retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈre-tə-ˌnȯid 
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
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People who are taking medications that can cause light sensitivity — including some retinoids, antibiotics and antidepressants — may be at higher risk for side-effects like redness and burning.
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Using topical retinoids, spot treatments, and other products can reduce acne.
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This retinol kit perfectly safeguards your skin when introducing a retinoid into your routine.
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Retinol is a vitamin A derivative and only one of several types of retinoids.
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Melinda Wenner Moyer, New York Times, 20 Jan. 2025
Using topical retinoids, spot treatments, and other products can reduce acne.
—Amanda Svachula, Health, 13 Jan. 2025
This retinol kit perfectly safeguards your skin when introducing a retinoid into your routine.
—Claire Rutter, Rolling Stone, 12 Dec. 2024
Retinol is a vitamin A derivative and only one of several types of retinoids.
—Sarah Han, Allure, 7 Jan. 2025
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retinoid
noun
ret·i·noid
ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯid
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
retinoid
adjective
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