SKINCARE TOPIC: K-MOM'S SECRET TO PREVENTING DEEP WRINKLES 1️⃣She waits at least 10 minutes to put on her retinol after cleansing. Retinol should be placed on dry skin only...damp skin can increase absorption and result in damage to the skin barrier which leads to irritation, redness, dryness, flaking, etc. 2️⃣Mom uses products that provide maximum concentration with minimal stimulation...meaning she looks for highly potent products with a low risk of adverse effects...Koreans prioritize hydration and boosting the skin barrier over anything else. To this day, my mom refuses to use a prescription strength retinoid. Been loving @COSRX retinol products: The Retinol 0.1 Cream contains 0.1% pure, stable retinol to prevent and correct emerging fine lines before they deepen and blended with synergistic ingredients such as panthenol, allantoin and hyaluronic acid to deliver hydration + tocotrienol (the more potent derivative of vitamin E) vs. The Retinol 0.5 Oil contains 0.5% pure retinol which also contains the potent Vit E...but also has squalene, a natural moisturizer that provides that "Triple Elasticity Care." ***The cream is a great place to start for my retinol virgins who want to prevent and correct emerging fine lines before they deepen whereas this oil is better suited for my intermediate users experiencing progressive signs of aging & loss of elasticity. Both are going to be great at increasing skin elasticity, skin texture, & acne and related scarring. 3️⃣Layer correctly: If it's cream based - you can use it before your moisturizer or use the "sandwich method" vs. the oil, which would go on last AFTER moisturizer as the last step in your routine. 4️⃣Never use retinol as a spot treatment... 5️⃣Bring it down below the face! Mom never forgets her neck, décolletage and top of her hands -- all the places you show signs of aging including wrinkles and sun spots. If you have retinol questions, drop them 👇🏽 Available on Amazon and I have a discount code "20COSRXDRKO" for 20% off, expires September 21st https://www.amazon.com/cosrx #cosrxpartner #COSRX #COSRXDermSkincare #RetinolDermCream #RetinolDermOil #skincaretips #motherdaughter #skincareroutine