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Retises CT — retinol — treatment at J'adore Instytut

Retises CT — retinol

Retises CT retinol peel — "exfoliation with a purpose": it stimulates skin renewal from within, smooths wrinkles, brightens hyperpigmentation and evens out skin tone. The characteristic yellow film clears after a few days of light flaking.

Retises CT — retinol — treatment at J'adore InstytutA treatment room at J'adore

MEDICAL PEELS

Renewal and smoothing
“with a purpose”

The first wrinkles. Skin that has "lost its bounce".

Uneven tone after years in the sun. Fine hyperpigmentation and post-acne marks. This is the classic moment when a serum alone stops being enough, and something stronger comes to mind. Retises CT (Mediderma) is a retinol peel — a treatment built on retinol, the "gold standard" of skin rejuvenation. It works differently to acid peels: instead of simply dissolving the epidermis, it penetrates deeper and stimulates accelerated skin renewal — it boosts collagen production, speeds up cell turnover, evens out skin tone and smooths the surface. Its signature is a distinctive yellow film (hence "Yellow Peel") and a few days of light flaking, after which the skin is noticeably smoother and more radiant. It's a peel with visible impact, but not an aggressive, maximum-intensity one — done well, it delivers a lot without drama or weeks of downtime. At J'adore Instytut, it is performed by an experienced cosmetologist. Below you'll find everything worth knowing before your first visit.

  • Wrinkles and early signs of ageing
  • Loss of firmness and skin tone
  • Hyperpigmentation
  • Scars and post-acne unevenness
  • Grey, tired skin lacking radiance
  • Photo-ageing
  • Skin with enlarged pores and uneven texture

Best results come from a series of 4–6 sessions every 2–4 weeks (outside the summer season), followed by seasonal maintenance.

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Duration
The application in the salon is short — a few dozen minutes including skin preparation. The product itself keeps working on the skin for several to a dozen or so hours afterwards, at home.
Result
Smoothing and radiance become visible once the flaking resolves. Wrinkle reduction, hyperpigmentation fading and firmness improve, and these effects build up and settle over the series.
Recovery
A few days of light, fine flaking follow. Most people go about their normal routine — the flaking is usually easy to conceal.
Sessions
Best results come from a series of 4–6 sessions every 2–4 weeks (outside the summer season), followed by seasonal maintenance.
Performed by
experienced cosmetologist

How it works

How it works

Retises CT is a retinol peel from the Mediderma line. Retinol is a pure, active derivative of vitamin A — the most extensively studied rejuvenating ingredient in cosmetology. Unlike classic acid peels, which mainly dissolve the stratum corneum, retinol works through "signalling": it penetrates deep into the skin and prompts cells into accelerated renewal. The result is faster epidermal turnover, more visible collagen and elastin synthesis, an evener skin tone and a smoother surface.

In practice it works like this: the product is applied in the salon and stays on the skin for several to a dozen or so hours (some protocols are "take-home" peels, which you wash off after a set time). The skin takes on a characteristic yellowish tint (hence the informal name "Yellow Peel"), and after 2–4 days fine flaking begins — this is when the old epidermis sheds, revealing smoother, brighter skin underneath. It's a controlled, planned process, not a complication.

In the salon, Retises falls into the category of peels for rejuvenation — wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and loss of firmness — with strong support for photo-ageing and post-acne marks. It's a peel with visible impact, but chosen with care: your cosmetologist determines its strength, variant and series after assessing your skin phototype and condition. The goal isn't "the strongest possible exfoliation" — it's the right dose of retinol for your skin.

Three levels of skin in cross-section: the epidermis at the surface, the upper dermis beneath it, and deepest of all the further reaches of the dermis. Retinol passes through the epidermis and acts on the cells of the upper dermis. The cosmetologist sets the strength of the protocol and the number of layers during the consultation.
  1. Epidermisthe layer the acid passes through
  2. Upper dermisthe level where remodelling starts
  3. Deeper dermisdeeper than this peel reaches

Ideal for

Ideal for

  1. Wrinkles and early signs of ageingretinol boosts collagen synthesis and speeds up renewal, smoothing fine and medium wrinkles. This is the main indication for Retises.
  2. Loss of firmness and skin tonethe retinol peel improves skin density and "bounce", working on ageing from within.
  3. Hyperpigmentationsun-induced, post-inflammatory and some hormonal marks; retinol evens out tone and speeds up the shedding of discoloured epidermis.
  4. Scars and post-acne unevennesssmoother texture and improved tone in acne-marked skin.
  5. Grey, tired skin lacking radianceepidermal renewal restores freshness and glow.
  6. Photo-ageingskin with visible sun damage: uneven tone, roughness, loss of freshness.
  7. Skin with enlarged pores and uneven textureretinol "refines" the skin's surface.

The female zone and the male zone

What's different

For her

Why women choose Retises

For women, the retinol peel is most often the answer to the first wrinkles, loss of firmness and hyperpigmentation — after 30, after summer, after pregnancy (hormonal pigmentation). Retises smooths, evens out tone and "densifies" the skin, and it usually covers not just the face but the neck and décolletage too — the zones that reveal age fastest. We usually run it as a series, in the cooler months.

The areas we support

  1. the first wrinkles, loss of firmness and skin "bounce";
  2. sun-induced and hormonal hyperpigmentation, uneven skin tone;
  3. the full face + neck + décolletage set — comprehensive rejuvenation;
  4. grey, tired skin — epidermal renewal and glow "for winter".
For him

Why men choose Retises — and what they're looking for

Men's skin is thicker and more prone to being oily, with larger pores, along with scars and unevenness from acne and, usually, no habit of using SPF — meaning faster photo-ageing. The retinol peel for men works wonders on this kind of skin: it evens out texture, smooths acne marks and refreshes tone, and thicker skin often tolerates retinol well. The goal: better skin quality without a "salon-fresh" look.

The areas we support

  1. oily, thicker skin with enlarged pores;
  2. scars and unevenness from acne — smoother texture and tone;
  3. photo-ageing in those active outdoors (sport, outdoor work), lack of SPF;
  4. renewal and "evening out" the skin without an aggressive, visible treatment.

Worth knowing: the yellow tint after Retises isn't "discolouration" or a side effect — it's the natural colour of retinol (a vitamin A derivative) settling on the skin. Hence the informal name "Yellow Peel". The film washes off and fades along with the flaking over the following days — and the skin turning yellow is actually a sign that the product has worked. Retinol is the only skincare ingredient with such strong scientific evidence for real skin rejuvenation that it's sometimes called the "gold standard" of anti-ageing.

Safety

What really determines the result

A retinol peel sounds simple — "apply retinol to the face" — and that's exactly why it's easy to get wrong. Three things determine the result and safety, and they're worth asking about at any salon:

  1. Who performs it, and whether there was a consultation

    This is a beauty treatment — at J'adore it's carried out by an experienced cosmetologist, who assesses your phototype, skin condition, previous treatments and contraindications, then gives you clear instructions on how to manage things at home while the product works and the skin flakes. A retinol peel "without a consultation and without a phototype assessment" is a straightforward path to irritation or hyperpigmentation — especially with darker skin tones.

  2. Whether the product is genuine

    We use only original Mediderma products (Retises CT) from legitimate supply channels. Retinol is sensitive to light and oxidation — a product "from an unknown source" or stored incorrectly may be inactive and ineffective, and its strength unpredictable.

  3. Choosing the right strength and series — not "stronger is better"

    Retises is meant to renew the skin, not "burn" the epidermis. What matters is matching the retinol concentration and frequency to your skin, and a sensible series plan in the right season — not maximum strength on your first visit.

Red flags with retinol peels ·

  • a peel without a consultation or phototype assessment — this is a basic mistake; with darker skin tones, the risk of hyperpigmentation is real;
  • "the stronger, the better" — a stronger retinol peel isn't automatically a better result — it's a bigger risk of irritation, stinging and excessive flaking;
  • no SPF after the treatment — retinol makes the skin sensitive to sun; a peel without daily sun protection can cause hyperpigmentation and undo the results;
  • a non-original product "of unknown origin" — oxidised retinol means unpredictable effects and risk;
  • a series "sold upfront" with no plan and no regard for the season — a good series is chosen and monitored, and retinol peels are usually done outside peak summer;
  • a retinol peel in full summer sun without disciplined SPF — combined with retinol and hyperpigmentation, this is asking for trouble.

MEDICAL PEELS

What to expect during your visit

  1. Consultation & skin assessmentthe cosmetologist assesses your phototype, skin condition and type, the nature of your wrinkles and pigmentation, your expectations, and rules out contraindications; they determine the Retises variant, strength, and whether to start with a gentler protocol (especially on your first visit).
  2. Makeup removal and skin degreasingthorough cleansing and degreasing with a preparatory product, to balance pH and ensure even retinol absorption. This is a crucial step in any peel.
  3. Application of Retises CTthe retinol peel is applied in controlled layers to the face (and to the neck and décolletage if needed); you'll usually feel gentle warmth or tingling. The skin takes on a characteristic yellowish tint.
  4. Duration / home instructionsin many protocols the product stays on the skin and keeps working for several to a dozen or so hours; the cosmetologist gives you clear instructions on when and how to wash it off, and how to care for your skin over the following days. What you do at home is part of the treatment.
  5. Care and SPF protectionwe start gentle, moisturising, barrier-repairing care straight away, and introduce a high SPF without exception for the flaking period and the whole series. This isn't an extra — it's a condition for both safety and results.

Contraindications

When to postpone the treatment

Some contraindications are permanent, others temporary — in which case we simply postpone the treatment until the situation passes. This is a chemical peel containing retinol, so skin condition, phototype, season and issues related to vitamin A and sun exposure are all key.

We don't perform it
  • Pregnancy and breastfeeding — retinol (a vitamin A derivative) is contraindicated during this period; we postpone the retinol peel.
  • Active herpes (cold sores) — even outside the treatment area (e.g. on the lips or in the nose); a chemical peel is a recognised trigger for reactivating the virus, so we postpone the treatment until it has healed.
  • Active inflammation, pustular breakouts, open wounds or irritation — in the treatment area.
  • Recent tanning / intense sun exposure — and a planned trip into full sun shortly after the treatment — retinol makes the skin more sensitive to UV; we wait and choose the right season.
  • Recent exfoliating treatments, laser, or a strong retinoid — shortly beforehand — the skin needs to be calm; concurrent use of retinoids (including oral ones, e.g. isotretinoin) requires assessment.
  • Darker phototype and a tendency towards hyperpigmentation — these don't rule out the treatment, but call for especially careful choice of strength, protocol and strict SPF use.
  • Skin conditions in an active flare-up — (e.g. psoriasis, atopic dermatitis) in the treatment area.
  • Allergy / hypersensitivity — to retinol, vitamin A or other ingredients in the product.

From the cosmetologist's chair

The most commonly underestimated factor with Retises is season and sun. Someone wants a retinol peel "right now", in the middle of summer or just before a holiday — and I advise against it and suggest a different time instead. This isn't fussiness: retinol makes the skin more sensitive to UV, and fresh tanning combined with full sun and no SPF is a straightforward route to hyperpigmentation — the opposite of what you want. That's why we prefer to run retinol peel series in autumn and winter.

This isn't a complete list — pregnancy, chronic conditions, medications you're taking (especially retinoids), phototype and previous treatments are all things we go through individually at consultation. With retinol peels, more than with most treatments, sensible choice of strength and season matters far more than "stronger and faster".

Herpes and peels — an important note

A chemical peel is a recognised trigger for reactivating herpes (cold sores). We don't peel over active herpes — we postpone the treatment until it has fully healed. If you deal with recurrent cold sores, be sure to mention this at consultation — with medium-depth peels, it's worth discussing antiviral prophylaxis beforehand to reduce the risk of a flare-up after the treatment.

What to expect

No surprises

The key point: the retinol peel keeps "working" after you leave the salon, and flaking only appears after 2–4 days. Right after the treatment, the skin may look slightly pink and take on a yellowish tint; the actual, fine flaking begins after a few days and usually lasts a few days. This is a planned renewal process — once the flaking resolves, the skin is noticeably smoother, brighter and more radiant. The anti-ageing effect builds over a series — one session is a good "reset" for the skin, not the final result.

  1. Faza 1.degreasingmakeup removal and skin preparation, so the retinol works evenly
  2. Faza 2.applicationRetises applied in layers; gentle warmth or tingling, skin turns yellow
  3. Faza 3.duration / removalthe product works on the skin for several to a dozen or so hours; washed off following the cosmetologist's instructions
  4. Faza 4.soothing care + SPFhydration, barrier repair and strict sun protection
  5. Faza 5.Day 1 (yellowing/pinkness)yellowish tint and mild redness — temporary
  6. Faza 6.Days 2–4 (flaking begins)fine flaking appears — the old epidermis sheds
  7. Faza 7.following days (flaking resolves)flaking subsides, revealing smoother, brighter skin
  8. Faza 8.series of 4–6 / every 2–4 weekssmoother wrinkles, more even tone and improved firmness build up
The most common surprise after a first session is: "I left the salon and nothing happened — then I started flaking on day three." That's completely normal, and exactly how a retinol peel is meant to work. Retinol doesn't "strip" the epidermis instantly like a strong acid — it penetrates first and stimulates the skin, and the flaking follows with a delay. So don't schedule this treatment "at the last minute" before an important event — leave yourself a few days for the flaking to resolve, so you go out glowing, not mid-process.
From the cosmetologist's chair

What's normal after the treatment

  • a temporary yellowish tint to the skin and slight pinkness in the first 24 hours (retinol's colour — it washes off along with the flaking);
  • fine flaking from day 2–4, usually lasting a few days — this is the old epidermis shedding;
  • temporary tightness and dryness — which is why we focus on intensive hydration and barrier repair after the treatment;
  • sometimes mild tingling or stinging while the product is active, which passes.

After the series, we maintain results with less frequent sessions and the right home care (including gentle retinol/retinoid, introduced gradually, under the cosmetologist's guidance). The most important "at home" condition for lasting results is daily SPF 50+ — retinol makes the skin more sensitive to sun, and skipping protection can quickly deepen hyperpigmentation and undo the rejuvenating effect.

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Retises and your lifestyle

What's fine, and when

With peels, most questions aren't about the treatment itself, but about what comes after: sun, makeup, sauna, home acids and retinol, exercise, holidays. The rule is simple — for a few days after a retinol peel, the skin is more sensitive to UV and irritation, and it's flaking, so we protect it, hydrate it and don't "add" anything extra to it. With retinol, sun is topic number one.

  1. Sun and SPF

    SPF 50+ is mandatory

    This is the single most important point with a retinol peel. Retinol makes the skin more sensitive to UV, and freshly renewed epidermis reacts to sun more strongly; without daily SPF 50+ you risk hyperpigmentation and losing your results. Skip intensive tanning and sunbeds for the duration of the series — this is why we usually run retinol peels outside peak summer.

  2. Makeup

    best from the following day

    Give your skin a rest from makeup on the day of the peel. During the flaking days, foundation can collect on the peeling skin — it's better to focus on hydration, care and SPF, and leave heavier makeup until the flaking has resolved.

  3. Sauna and swimming pool

    a few days' break

    High temperatures intensify redness, and chlorinated water irritates freshly flaked skin. It's best to hold off on saunas, hammams and swimming pools for a few days, until the flaking is over.

  4. Home retinol and acids

    pause for the flaking period

    After the peel, pause your home retinol, strong AHA/BHA acids and coarse scrubs. Applying actives to freshly flaked skin is the most common cause of irritation. We reintroduce your home retinol gradually, as agreed with your cosmetologist.

  5. Exercise and sweating

    wait until the day after

    Intense exercise and heavy sweating right after the peel can sting and intensify redness. Training before the treatment doesn't block anything — just give your skin a moment of calm afterwards.

  6. Holidays and sunbeds

    not right before a sunny trip

    A retinol peel right before a holiday in full sun (or a series in the middle of summer without disciplined SPF) risks hyperpigmentation. Planning a trip? Mention it at your consultation — we'll choose the right timing and strength, ideally in a cooler season.

Retises CT — retinol

Frequently asked questions

  1. QuestionDoes a retinol peel really work on wrinkles, or is it just "exfoliation"?
    AnswerIt works deeper than simple exfoliation. Retinol (a vitamin A derivative) doesn't just renew the epidermis — it "signals" the skin to produce collagen and regenerate faster, which is why it genuinely smooths wrinkles, improves firmness and evens out tone. It's the most scientifically documented anti-ageing ingredient there is. The effect builds over a series, not after a single session.
  2. QuestionWhy does the skin turn yellow after Retises?
    AnswerThe yellow tint is retinol's natural colour, settling on the skin (hence "Yellow Peel"). It's not discolouration or a side effect — quite the opposite, it's a sign the product has worked. The yellow tone washes off and fades along with the flaking over the following days.
  3. QuestionDoes a retinol peel hurt or sting badly?
    AnswerUsually not. During application you'll feel gentle warmth or tingling, sometimes mild stinging, which passes. Retises works "with a delay" and through deep skin stimulation rather than sharp, stinging exfoliation — the cosmetologist chooses the strength so the treatment stays comfortable.
  4. QuestionWill I flake, and for how many days?
    AnswerYes — flaking is part of how a retinol peel works, but it's fine and predictable. It usually starts after 2–4 days and lasts a few days. Most people go about their normal routine, and the flaking can be concealed with hydration. It's worth planning the treatment with a few days' buffer before an important event.
  5. QuestionWhen will I see results, and how many sessions does the series need?
    AnswerThe first smoothing and radiance become visible once the flaking resolves, after a few days. Full results — wrinkle reduction, improved firmness, more even tone — build up over a series, usually 4–6 sessions every 2–4 weeks, run outside peak summer. The cosmetologist tailors the plan to your skin and goal; a single session refreshes the skin beautifully, but work on wrinkles builds over the series.
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The result lastsSmoothing and radiance become visible once the flaking resolves. Wrinkle reduction, hyperpigmentation fading and firmness improve, and these effects build up and settle over the series.J’adore Instytut

This text is for information only and does not replace a consultation. Retises CT is a beauty treatment (a Mediderma retinol peel) — the term "medical-grade peel" refers to the class of product, not to the treatment being performed by a doctor. The choice of peel, its strength, the series and any contraindications are determined by a cosmetologist/specialist during an individual consultation, based on an assessment of your skin phototype and condition, among other factors.