How To Start Retin-A Without Irritation

The key to success when using Retin-A and my entire anti-aging skincare routine is to start slowly to avoid irritation.

If your skin is red, itchy, flakey, and more wrinkly than when you started you won’t stick with it and will never get to see the results of younger-looking skin that using Retin-A will give you over time.

In today’s video I’ll tell you how to start and explain why the “ugly” phase is unnecessary. I’ll also give you my best tips & tricks to using Retin-A the right way so you’ll stick with it for the long haul!

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Laura Mercier Foundation Primer: http://bit.ly/1lr5pzp (Sephora), http://amzn.to/2cgKrnF (Amazon), http://bit.ly/2cnhjYZ (Nordstrom)

CHANEL Perfection Lumiere Velvet Smooth Effect Foundation in Beige 30: http://bit.ly/1PicSYW (Nordstrom), http://bit.ly/2cgKhwV (Macy’s)

Lancome Effacernes Waterproof Undereye Concealer in “250 Light Bisque: http://bit.ly/2dQxiTs (Ulta), http://bit.ly/2dQwON7 (Nordstrom)

IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Pores HD Powder: http://bit.ly/1YqtToC (Ulta), http://bit.ly/2etgkEG (Sephora)

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Dior Backstage Eyeshadow Palette: http://bit.ly/2MiO6Ow (Sephora)

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How To Apply Foundation to Dry, Flakey, Mature Skin: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQ0zkTUIPuo&t=499s

5-Year Retin-A Update ~ Before & After for Wrinkles & Anti-Aging!: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6pY4kXrTtSs&t=2s

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