retinoid
noun
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Definition of retinoid
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
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Vitamin A: 18% of the RDI – contains retinols and retinoids that promote skin collagen and elastin, and also minimizes the appearance of pores. — Shalwah Evans, Essence, "Are Those Watermelon Infused Skincare Products Worth Your Coins?," 5 Aug. 2019 For the many serums, cleansers, retinoids, and assorted lotions that The Ordinary has launched over the years, the brand has never released a face mask. — Leah Prinzivalli, Allure, "The Ordinary Debuts Its First-Ever Face Mask — and It's $12," 17 May 2019 There are ways to manage the redness from cumulative sun damage, including a prescription retinoid cream, microdermabrasion, intense pulsed light, and laser treatments, the AAD says. — Vanessa Caceres, SELF, "I Really Wish People Would Stop Commenting on the Sun Damage on My Chest," 26 July 2019 To keep them young, apply the same retinoid from your face to your hands and add a layer of Vaseline, says New York dermatologist Heidi Waldorf. — Harper's Bazaar Staff, Harper's BAZAAR, "The 20 Best Instant Anti-Aging Beauty Secrets," 24 June 2019 For mild breakouts, Dr. Marchbein advises her patients to use an over-the-counter retinoid like Differin, and products with benzoyl peroxide. — Yerin Kim, Seventeen, "Should You Use Coconut Oil for Your Acne?," 3 June 2019 At night, apply topical retinoids to enhance cell turnover to shed pigment. — Kat Suico, Allure, "The 21 Best Skin-Care Tips of All Time, According to Dermatologists," 23 Mar. 2019 For some people, treating acne is enough of a benefit to push through the side effects of using a topical retinoid, for instance. — Sarah Jacoby, SELF, "Here’s How to Build Your Tolerance to Irritating Skin-Care Products," 26 Mar. 2019 Topical retinoids ramp up collagen production in fibroblasts. — Allure, "The Skin-Care Glossary: A Comprehensive Guide to Everything You Need to Know," 17 Aug. 2018These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'retinoid.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
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Medical Definition of retinoid
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A