Debating whether you need retinol in your skincare routine? We’ll cut to the chase: If you want to diminish signs of aging and encourage surface cell renewal, then yes. Yes, you do. However, it’s not as simple as purchasing the first tube of retinol cream you see at the drugstore, slathering it on and calling it a day. So, we partnered with Mary Kay to break it all down. Here, your 8-week guide to best results, featuring Mary Kay’s brand new Clinical Solutions™ Retinol 0.5 Set.

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Your Most Common Retinol Q’s Answered
Your Most Common Retinol Q’s Answered
How Exactly Should You Apply Retinol?
How Exactly Should You Apply Retinol?
What Skincare Products Should I Pair with Retinol?
What Skincare Products Should I Pair with Retinol?
A Peek at Influencer, Keyma Oliver’s Glowing Results
A Peek at Influencer, Keyma Oliver’s Glowing Results
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