1. YOU SHOULD ONLY USE RETINOL AT NIGHT AND IN FALL/WINTER.
No, you can use retinol year-round! Retinol is one of the most researched active ingredients and irreplaceable. It can make skin more sensitive to light because it stimulates skin renewal and exfoliates dead skin cells. Real results from retinol are visible after about eight to twelve weeks of consistent daily use, and the results continue to improve with long-term use! Therefore, you shouldn’t stop using retinol or take a break from it in phases. For beginners: Retinol should be introduced gradually. Start with a low concentration or use it two to three times a week and slowly increase the application to twice a day.
By the way: It’s also a myth that retinol can only be used at night. It can be used both in the morning and in the evening, as long as you apply sunscreen with at least SPF 50 during the day.
2. DOES RETINOL THINN SKIN?
Retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, accelerates cell renewal, exfoliates dead skin cells, stimulates collagen production, and improves skin texture. Initially, dryness, flaking, or irritation may occur—depending on the form and concentration of retinol. This can create the appearance of thinner skin. However, in the long term, retinol increases skin density by promoting collagen production. This makes the skin firmer, thicker, and more resilient.
Melumé Skinscience’s highly effective retinol collection uses continuous-action, encapsulated retinol microspheres (for gradual release and reduced irritation), Granactive Retinoid, and retinal.
3. ONLY USE EYE CREAM FOR WRINKLES
No, that’s a myth! Eye creams don’t just fight wrinkles, they also play an important role in preventing fine lines and wrinkles, dark circles, puffiness, and dryness. The skin around the eyes is thinner and more sensitive than the rest of the face and therefore more susceptible to the first signs of aging. Using an eye cream keeps the skin elastic and hydrated, stimulates collagen production, and protects the skin from environmental damage – all of which delays the appearance of wrinkles. Eye cream is beneficial at any age to maintain a smooth, youthful eye area.
4. PORES CAN BE REDUCE
No! It’s a myth that you can permanently reduce the size of your pores. Pore size is largely determined by your genes. While you can’t physically make them smaller, you can make them appear less noticeable, tighter, and smoother by keeping your pores „clean,“ exfoliating with AHAs/BHAs, or using ingredients like retinol or niacinamide.
5. I DON’T NEED AN EXTRA SERUM
That’s a myth, because no one has flawless skin from the start or throughout their life. A serum is a product that contains the highest possible concentration of active ingredients and specifically combats skin problems such as wrinkles, hyperpigmentation, and dryness with active ingredients like vitamin C, retinol, niacinamide, and hyaluronic acid. The Hydrating Serum 8HA contains eight different molecular weights of hyaluronic acid, which improve moisture retention, deliver their hydrating effect across multiple skin layers, and ensure smoother, plumper, and wrinkle-free skin.
6. USING AN ESSENCE IS SUPERFLUOUS
That’s not true! An essence is a watery, moisturizing fluid that is applied directly after cleansing. It is the first step in any skincare routine, instantly hydrating the skin and improving the absorption and effectiveness of subsequent care products. The Daily Hydra Lock Resurface Essence also refines the skin’s texture and reduces pores, dark spots, fine wrinkles, and lines.
