Benefits Of The Combination Of Retinal And Cysteamine In Skin Care For Skin Health

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JAKARTA - Skin care products continue to develop and innovate by promising maximum results. One of them is a combination product of content that is very effective in overcoming various skin problems, such as a combination of retinal and cysteamine.

Retinal and cysteamine are a combination that can improve the skin significantly, because both are active ingredients that work synergically.

According to dermatologist, dr. Claudia Christin, MBBS, retinal is a derivation of vitamin A, which is excellent at regenerating the skin. Its use can protect the skin from signs of premature aging.

"Retinal is one of the derivatives of vitamin A which is often prescribed by doctors. Maybe friends are familiar with retinol, now this retinal is like a brother. It's just that the conversion process to active forms on the skin is faster because it only takes one step," said Doctor Claudia, in the Kota Kasablanka area, Jakarta, on Friday, July 25, 2025.

Meanwhile, cysteamine is called a safer alternative to hydroquinone, a material commonly used to deal with hyperpegmentation, but often causes irritation if used in the long term.

Cysteamine is naturally already on our skin. Many scientific journals prove its effectiveness to overcome hyperpegmentation. The way it works is targeting various melanin formation mechanisms, so it is very effective," he explained.

The skincare product with retinal and cysteamine has just been launched by Wardah, namely Retinal Radiant Resurfacing Serum. This product uses retinal liposome technology which is 40 times more effective than conventional retinal and cysteamine as a brightening agent that has been clinically tested.

In addition, there are also PDRN Lift Regenerating Serum, combining vegan exosome from cica plants, plant-based PDRN, and EGF. This combination helps optimal penetration for cell regeneration stimulation and collagen production, as well as elastin on the skin.

As a dermatologist, I see this as a big leap in skincare based on research and evidence. The 21.5 percent dark spot reduction data in 1 week is comparable to the light peeling in the clinic, "concluded Doctor Claudia.