Why 10 Days?
Your skin is naturally moving through a cell renewal cycle every 30 days, on average, but you do not need to wait the full month to witness visible or functional changes in the skin. Key regenerative processes are initiated early in this cycle, and that is what this booster is designed to leverage.
For the first 10 days after introducing a retinoid into your routine, skin starts to acclimate. This adjustment period and phase of heightened response is otherwise known as the ‘retinization window’. Strong visible and textural improvements start to develop here.
You might be able to map your journey as follows:
DAY 1
Upregulation: Retinoid receptors are triggered with the first application, sending signals within the skin to respond to active ingredients.
DAYS 2-4
Acceleration: Cell turnover increases, pushing new cells to the surface and quickly shedding those that are dead.
DAYS 4-6
Disruption: This is where the skin barrier may start to shift, appearing dry and often feeling sensitized. Redness, tightness, or mild inflammation is not uncommon with regular retinoid use that isn’t protected by OSMV™ Technology.
DAYS 7-10
Normalization: You’ll notice early signs of product efficacy including sebum normalization, smoother skin texture, and finer pores, as your skin nears the end of the retinization.
How Will My Skin React?
OSMV™ Technology (our patented delivery and encapsulation system) ensures an exceptional level of skin tolerance for ingredients that are typically viewed as harsh or aggressive. We’re able to control the dosage and the program the sequence of ingredient release so that sensitive skin can still benefit from this powerful treatment.
After application, the formula will be released as follows: