Today’s episode is part two of the vitamin A mini-series. Last week we talked about retinoids, what they do, how they interact with the skin, and why they can be so destabilizing from a corneotherapy and vitalist perspective.

This week, we’re shifting into something more exciting:

retinoid alternatives that actually support the skin, not override it.

If you've ever wondered:

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  “What should I use if I don’t want to thin my barrier?”

  
  


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  "Is bakuchiol actually a natural retinol?”

  
  


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  “What ingredients mimic the benefits of retinoids without the irritation?”

  
  


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  “Is tallow really ‘nature’s retinol’?”

  
  

…this episode is for you.

 

🛒 Products Mentioned in Today’s Episode (From My Shop)

Here’s everything discussed that you can find at stratumaesthetics.com:

Laurel Skin

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  Unburden Serum (Product of the Month)

  
  

Live Botanicals

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  Solar Return Serum (moth bean extract, plant peptides, antioxidants)

  
  


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  Oasis Enzyme Mask (papaya + cranberry enzymes)

  
  

Blissoma

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  • Smooth A+ Serum (niacinamide, carrot juice / provitamin A)
  
  
  
  

 

✨ If you want personalized support

You can browse all curated products + learn more about my holistic skincare philosophy at:

 

👉 stratumaesthetics.com

 

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