What is phloretin?
Phloretin is an ingredient found in apple tree leaves. Phloretin in skincare helps to improve skin cell regeneration to improve the appearance of skin discoloration and uneven skin tone.
What does phloretin do for skin?
Phloretin skin benefits include correcting hyperpigmentation and diminishing dullness by neutralizing free radicals and increasing cell turnover. The natural antioxidants in phloretin protect against environmental free radicals that cause discoloration. Phloretin in skincare increases cellular turnover and helps to improve the skin’s natural ability to heal and reduces the appearance of skin discoloration.
Is phloretin a natural ingredient?
Yes, phloretin is a natural ingredient that is found from compounds found in apple tree leaves.
Can phloretin be used with retinol?
Formulas containing phloretin for skin can be used with retinol. It is recommended that formulas with phloretin are applied in the morning to combat environmental radicals during the day, then retinol formulas should be applied in the evening.
Can phloretin be used with vitamin C?
Yes, phloretin can be used with vitamin C. Phloretin CF with Ferulic Acid is a best-selling SkinCeuticals formula that contains vitamin C and phoretin.
Can phloretin be used with niacinamide?
Phloretin in skincare can be used with niacinamide. Niacinamide can be found in Discoloration Defense, which works synergistically with Phloretin CF to improve the appearance of uneven skin tone.