Can I use retinol with glycolic acid?
Retinol or retinal (retinoid) + Glycolic or lactic acid (AHA)
Yes, but not in the same session
Use them on different nights: a retinoid and an exfoliating acid in the same session is a reliable way to get irritated.
Either one makes your skin more sensitive to the sun: wear sunscreen every morning. (H1)
A general answer for the two ingredients. Your own routine also depends on your skin and your answers, like pregnancy-safe or a reactive barrier, and Corneo checks those too.
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