Retinol v RetinART

If you’ve been searching for the best retinol serum, retinol for anti-ageing, or retinol alternatives in the UK, you’re not alone. Retinol has long been hailed as the gold standard for smoother, brighter, younger-looking skin — but it also comes with well-known drawbacks. This has initiated a major shift in the regulatory landscape for skincare actives in the EU containing retinol - which is now capped at a maximum of 0.3% for leave-on products for face.

Enter RetinART: a next-generation vitamin A derivative that delivers clinically proven results without the irritation, downtime, or restrictions of traditional retinol.

What Is Retinol (and Why Is It So Popular)?

Retinol is a form of vitamin A commonly used in skincare to:

Reduce fine lines and wrinkles
Improve skin texture
Boost collagen production
Help with acne and pigmentation

However, retinol must first convert into retinoic acid within the skin to work. This conversion process is inefficient, unpredictable, and irritating for many skin types

Common Problems With Retinol Products

Despite its popularity, retinol is also one of the most problematic skincare ingredients.

Known issues with retinol

Redness, peeling, burning, and dryness
Skin barrier damage
Sensitivity to sunlight
Long “retinisation” periods
Not suitable for sensitive skin
Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding

Many people abandon retinol altogether because their skin simply can’t tolerate it — even at low strengths

What Is RetinART?

Inspired by the latest generation retinoids
All the benefits of Retinol – and more – but none of the irritation
Marine bio-retinoid derived from Mediterranean microalgae
Clinically proven repairing and balancing performance

RetinART delivers outstanding anti-ageing and anti-acne performance, all whilst suiting sensitive skin to where irritation is familiar. Get the skin you want without concern.

Clinically Proven to Perform Better

Clinical testing has shown that retinART delivers superior skin-renewal benefits compared to traditional retinol, without triggering inflammation or skin stress.

Pregnancy-Safe Skincare That Actually Works

One of the biggest frustrations for expectant and new mothers is being told to stop using retinol — often without a safe alternative that delivers real results.

RetinART is pregnancy-safe, meaning you can: