The skincare benefits of retinol are well established, but the skin irritation sometimes associated with its use can make it challenging to introduce or continue using retinol products. ZO Skin Health has launched three new retinol products that combine highly effective retinol with innovative ZO-RDS™ technology. The result is a retinol formulation that delivers targeted, controlled efficacy with improved skin tolerance.
Effective retinol with improved skin tolerance
The new products contain 0.3% retinol, which is released into the skin in a controlled and targeted manner using the unique ZO-RDS™ encapsulation technology.
ZO-RDS™ is a unique encapsulation technology that enables the controlled and targeted release of retinol. It delivers effective retinol benefits with improved skin tolerance while helping to reduce redness, stinging and irritation compared to non-encapsulated retinol.
The products have been developed to support more clients in starting or resuming retinol use – including those who have previously experienced skin irritation from retinol or whose skin is otherwise sensitive.
Three products for different skin concerns
The new range includes three options, each designed to address specific skin concerns.
- Wrinkle + Texture (€176) is designed for skin showing visible signs of ageing. The product helps smooth skin texture and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. The result is smoother, more even-looking skin.
- Retinol Skin Brightener (€176) is designed for skin affected by uneven skin tone and visible pigmentation. The product helps diminish the appearance of pigmentation, leaving the complexion brighter, more even and more radiant.
- Clear Renewal (€176) has been developed for blemish-prone skin. It helps clear pores and refine skin texture while also helping to reduce the visible marks left behind by blemishes and inflammation.
Why is the retinol concentration in these products now 0.3%?
This is due to a regulation published by the European Commission that restricts the maximum concentrations of vitamin A (retinol) permitted in cosmetic products. Going forward, the maximum permitted retinol concentration in leave-on facial cosmetic products will be 0.3%.
You can read more about the regulation on the Finnish Safety and Chemicals Agency (Tukes) website.