Why the Future of Retinol Is a Liquid—Not a Cream

For years, skincare brands have made millions from topical retinol creams, serums, and gels—often accompanied by warnings of peeling, redness, and sun sensitivity. But what if we told you there’s a smarter, more powerful way to experience retinol’s anti-ageing benefits—without irritating your skin?

Enter: ingestible retinol.

Unlike traditional retinol creams, which only work on the upper layers of skin, ingestible retinol—also known as vitamin A in its active form—travels through your bloodstream to nourish all layers of the skin from within. This approach is gaining traction among researchers, dermatologists, and functional medicine experts alike.

A study published in Dermato-Endocrinology concluded that oral vitamin A can increase skin cell turnover, reduce collagen degradation, and improve elasticity from the inside out.

🔗 Read the study: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2835894

“Ingestible retinol offers a system-wide delivery that topical products simply can’t match,” says Dr. Stefanie Williams, a London-based dermatologist and author of Future Proof Your Skin. “It’s particularly valuable for women over 35, when collagen breakdown accelerates and the skin needs deeper cellular support.”

It’s also ideal for people with sensitive skin who can’t tolerate topical retinoids. By delivering vitamin A through a daily supplement, you bypass the harsh surface reactions—and instead promote skin renewal, improved tone, and fewer fine lines gently over time.

What’s more, when retinol is combined with collagen peptides, MSM, hyaluronic acid and vitamin C—as it is in advanced formulas like CollaLuxe Pro Collagen+—the synergistic effect is powerful. Collagen strengthens the skin’s structure, while retinol increases cell turnover, helping to reveal fresher, firmer skin.

Ingestible retinol also supports eye health, immune function, and hormonal balance, offering benefits far beyond aesthetics. But here’s the twist: the beauty industry doesn’t want you to know this. Why? Because switching to internal skincare means you might not need to re-buy those pricey creams every few weeks.

So next time you reach for your serum, ask yourself: what if the most effective anti-ageing secret isn’t in your bathroom cabinet—but in your kitchen?