Retinol for Beginners (Without the Purge Panic)

Retinol is transformative and irritating in equal measure if you rush. Think months, not weekends.

1. Week 1–2: once weekly
2. Week 3–4: twice weekly
3. Then every other night if calm

Pause acids on retinol nights. If you peel heavily, drop frequency — do not add more cream as a fix for overuse.