Retinol and retinal are both forms of vitamin A. The key difference is how fast your skin can use them.
• Retinol needs several conversion steps before it becomes retinoic acid, the active form your skin responds to.
• Retinal is just one step away from that active form, which means your skin can use it more directly and more efficiently at the same strength.
Because it works closer to the active form, retinal tends to show visible improvements sooner than classic retinol, especially in texture, fine lines and early discoloration.
This is why we use retinal. It works closer to the active form your skin actually responds to, so your skin uses it more directly and efficiently. You get a powerful yet straightforward solution that targets fine lines, texture and early discoloration with real precision.
Retinol remains a great choice too. It is gentler, ideal for beginners or anyone with easily irritated skin, and still delivers steady improvement over time. Retinal simply offers a more advanced option for customers who want stronger results and are ready for the next step in vitamin A skincare.
Both work. You just choose the strength and speed that fit your skin.