Retinol for sensitive skins: Meet the new generation of encapsulation

By Julia Wray 23-Nov-2022

Clariant’s Retinol VitiSpheres R8 is the latest new ingredient allowing for higher-efficacy products suited to a broad range of skin types

<i>Retinol is notorious for its skin irritation potential</i>

Retinol is notorious for its skin irritation potential

Retinol is the gold-standard ingredient for wrinkles, stretch marks, skin blemishes and scars.

But it is equally notorious for its skin irritation potential and chemical instability.

These negative side effects have resulted in brands seeking ‘kinder’ and easier-to-work-with alternatives to the famous vitamin A derivative.

Others have innovated ways of delivering retinol to the skin which circumvent its well-known pain points.  

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For skin care players taking the second approach, the supply side of the industry is here to help with two exciting new launches in this area.
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