At my high school, Chanel’s Vamp nail polish (released in 1994) was the buzzy beauty launch. Let’s put it this way: I’m well into the age bracket that should be using the best retinol serums and creams regularly—and I have been for quite some time. After all, most dermatologists recommend starting retinol use in one’s mid-20s or early 30s.
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“Retinol is a powerhouse when it comes to achieving visible results,” board-certified dermatologist Dr.