Retinol during Winters ?

Retinols have many benefits like improving skin texture and fine lines , but usage during Winters become problematic as they may cause irritation and skin dryness . Here are a few ways to tackle it.. 1. Choose a retinol which is cream based or oil based that will cause no dryness or irritation . 2. Use it just two or three times in a week . It need not be used daily for it to be effective, can be used as often as one tolerates . 3 . Use a Sandwich technique Apply a layer of Moisturizer on damp skin . After 15 to 20 mins apply a thin layer of retinol and then apply a layer of Moisturizer over it . 4. Use a ceramide Moisturizer that soothes skin , repairs skin barrier and reduces irritation .