By now, you may have your skincare routine perfectly planned, with carefully selected products and steps calculated down to the last detail. But there's one trick that's revolutionizing application steps that you're probably not doing: applying retinol to your hairline, too.
Yes, you read that right. Although it may seem like a minor area, the hairline is one of the areas that shows the most signs of aging when not properly cared for. We often leave it out of our routine for fear of staining our hair or simply because we forget, but by not treating it, the contrast with the rest of our face can reveal signs of aging more noticeably.
Why is this area so important?
The edges of the face—including the hairline—are one of the areas most affected by the sun and pollution, especially if not protected with the right active ingredients. This can lead to dark spots, uneven texture, and loss of firmness, right where the hairline begins. Over the long term, this creates an older facial contour that disrupts the harmony of well-cared-for skin.
What does applying retinoids to this area provide?
Retinoids (such as retinol or retinal) stimulate cell renewal, smooth wrinkles, and improve skin texture. If you apply them to the hairline:
You prevent sun spots in one of the most exposed and forgotten areas.
You maintain a uniform texture from the center of the face to its edge.
You avoid the “cropped face” effect, that duller halo that can surround the face due to lack of treatment.
You may even notice benefits on the hair follicle, thanks to its cell regenerative action.
How to apply retinol to your hairline
The trick is to apply a small amount of product, gently massaging it from your forehead toward your hairline. You don't need much, just consistency. And the next day, always apply sunscreen: this area also needs its SPF.
The ideal product: Retin-A Night by Byoode
To effectively incorporate this into your routine, you need a good product. Byoode's Retin-A Night is a nighttime serum that combines two powerful retinoids (retinal and retin-A), peptides, vitamins C and E, niacinamide, and superfoods like okra and radish root. This formula not only combats visible aging, but does so without irritation, firming and plumping the skin with clinically proven results.
Its high efficacy, along with its lightweight texture and well-thought-out formula, make it the perfect candidate for applying to your hairline without fear of greasing or making a mess.
Of course, don't forget to complete your skincare routine with the best anti-aging ingredients: vitamin C, hydroxy acids, hyaluronic acid... which you can find on the Byoode website.