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What is Hydroxypinacolone Retinoate?
Hydroxypinacolone retinoate, or HPR, is a vitamin A derivative – a type of retinoid. It is also commonly referred to by its trade name, Granactive Retinoid, which has a slightly...
08/11/2022
Vitamin A Stages of Conversion
Prescription* strength vitamin A is retinoic acid (also known as Tretinoin/Retin-A). This is the star of the show in terms of skin ‘care’. It has a long list of conditions/signs...
08/11/2022
What is Retinal and How is it Different to Retinol?
Retinal, also known as retinaldehyde, is a type of retinoid. Retinoids are vitamin A derivatives – some common examples are retinal, retinol and retinyl retinoate. Retinoids are widely known as...
08/11/2022
What Are Probiotics and How Do They Help the Skin?
You’ve probably heard of probiotics in skincare, but perhaps are unsure as to how they work and what it means for your skin. Here, Aurelia London’s Head of Brand and...
12/10/2022
The Science Behind NIOD’s Superoxide Dismutase Saccharide Mist
A key product in The Menopause Box 2.0, we asked NIOD to explain exactly how the ingredients in this intelligent mist work to protect and support the skin. This product...
06/10/2022
What is Azelaic Acid?
You’ve likely heard plenty about the radiance-boosting benefits of vitamin C but did you know that azelaic acid is another ingredient that can be effective at brightening the skin? Here,...
23/06/2022