A313 Vitamin A Pommade (Closest Version to Avibon Available)

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My confusion increased. Vitamin A, any form, regardless of strength takes time to work. It will be a while before you start to notice the benefits. Therefore, why on earth was the A313 giving me amazing, immediate benefits based on such a low-strength vitamin A content? To answer all of your burning retinol questions, we looked to the experts to decode the ingredient in the simplest terms. Ahead, we broke down the need-to-know info to add retinol into your routine, including the shopping tips and our favorite retinol creams and serums to date. What Is Retinol?

Ointment A313 concentrated in Vitamin A Tube 50G is a non-prescription drug indicated in the adjunct treatment of irritative dermatitis. I tried it again a few nights later, still unable to believe the A313 with its very limited Vitamin A content could provide such results, and awoke to the same soft and plump skin. I looked so healthy and youthful.

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In addition, we have Macrogol, and this is the ingredient that has solved the mystery. Macrogol is an ingredient used in laxatives. Yes, you read that right. Laxatives! When used in a laxative formula, Macrogol draws water from the rest of the body, into your bowel to help loosen things up. Therefore, if you are applying this ingredient, topically to your skin, theoretically Macrogol could draw water to the surface of the skin to create a plump appearance. This would indeed explain the immediate plumping effects both myself, and my friend, experienced. To Conclude. Apply a thin layer of the cream onto the skin and massage gently. Use 2-3 times a day. Keep out of reach of children. Store below 25C Do not apply to the breasts during breastfeeding because of the risk of ingestion of the product by the newborn. A313 ointment cream is in the form of a 50 g tube. It is sold exclusively in pharmacies in France, the price is freely set by the pharmacist. Warnings on Medication for Skin Problems Vitamin A (or Retinol) is essential for vision, involved in triggering nerve impulses to the optic nerves. It is found as an active healing principle in certain eye drops or ophthalmic ointments prescribed by emergency physicians in the hospital in case of irritation of the cornea.

Risk of hypervitaminosis A: Be careful, as there is a risk that vitamin A passes into the blood, this cream should not be applied to a large area of skin, under a closed bandage, on damaged skin, in particular burnt, on a mucous membrane, in premature babies and very young children or during prolonged treatment. The A313 ointment form is more oily, therefore more suitable for very dry and localized skin damage such as irritant dermatitis. I had a chat with Dr. Marine Vincent, founder of The French Pharmacy (a lovely brand which I will be talking about next week). Dr. Marine also found A313 equally confusing but did understand the ingredients list a little better than I. She suggested that it was in fact the additional ingredients (other than the vitamin A) that helped the skin absorb the vitamin A more effectively. She also claimed one specific ingredient, Macrogol, was an effective moisture magnet drawing water to the surface of the skin which would contribute to a plumping effect. It’s also a great ingredient for skin penetration. The cream form, with its more fluid texture, is better suited to skin irritations with a larger surface area and is more easily absorbed by the skin. Therefore, the use of this medication should only be considered during pregnancy if necessary, avoiding simultaneously taking another medication containing vitamin A.

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While making sure your skin is dry, you will probably notice some irritation during the first few applications. Try to ride it out if you can, because this eventually goes away once your skin gets used to it. if too much irritation occur, then stop and leave a few days before reapplying. This is a cult product for a reason. A product that provides phenomenal results. But why? Based on the vitamin A content, we shouldn’t really be noticing much of a difference. Research. When it comes to retinol, slow and steady truly wins the race. Zaborowski recommends starting with a retinol product one to two times per week, then working your way up to three to four times a week, and applying it at night. "When you apply it at night this allows your skin to repair itself overnight and avoids direct sun exposure which can cause increased irritation," she explains. Most importantly, don't skip out on SPF during the day. "Always wear SPF during the day and don't forget to reapply," Zaborowski warns. "Retinol, especially at the beginning, can make your skin more sensitive and likely to burn."

For warnings, precautions for use and contraindications, please consult the instructions for use of Ointment A 313 with Vitamin A. As we mentioned before, there are a ton of different formulas out there when it comes to retinol. For example, many retinol products come in a cream or moisturizer form, which can be great for an added dose of moisture, however, they have their downsides. "To avoid acne flares, a light formulation, not a heavy cream is the way to go," says Dr. Wexler. Meanwhile, Zaborowski prefers serums as they tend to be less irritating and have great absorption. All in all, it's best to consider your skin needs when choosing a formula. If redness or irritation occurs, consult your dermatologist and re-evaluate the concentration, frequency, and formulation. The Best Retinol Creams The difference between two drugs indicated for the treatment of skin irritations is their dosage. The ointment is by definition a water- in- oil emulsion while the cream is an oil- in- water emulsion. Vitamin A is present in many medicines, some of which are available for self-medication : avoid combining them with this medicine because an overdose of vitamin A is likely to cause serious side effects. Take the dosage and duration of treatment prescribed by your doctor.Ointment A313 without prescription is exclusively reserved for the cutaneous use. We recommend that you apply this repairing ointment locally once or twice a day.