Concierge Aesthetics

✨ “Do I really need a retinol?”

It’s one of the most common skincare questions we get—and the answer is yes for many people.

Here’s why:
🧬 Retinoids and retinol help stimulate collagen production.
✨ They encourage skin cell turnover.
💛 They improve texture, smooth the look of fine lines, and help brighten dull skin over time.

So what’s the difference?
• Retinol is available without a prescription and must go through several conversion steps in the skin before it becomes active.
• Prescription retinoids are already in an active or more readily available form, making them more potent and typically faster-acting.

The most important thing to remember...

Retinoids are a marathon, not a sprint.

You won’t see dramatic changes overnight, but with consistent use over several months, your skin can become smoother, healthier, and more resilient.

👇 Are you currently using a retinol or prescription retinoid? Tell us which one!