Dr. Sugai Reviews: Top Moisturizers to Pair with Your Retinol!

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If you’re starting on a topical retinoid or if you’re having trouble tolerating one, here are a few picks to help you tolerate your retinoid. I like key ingredients in my moisturizers including niacinamide, ceramides, Hyaluronic acid and squalane.
Hope this video helps!
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Dr. Daniel Sugai
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[@s.l.7982]

Glad you mentioned Vanicream. I had a severe reaction to the retinol. So the doctor prescribed a one pound tub of vanicream. It pretty much worked overnight - after 3 days of dry, peeling, burnt skin.

[@dandx67895]

Perfect video for what I need. Please release a different video about full skincare products to pair with Retinol (from cleansers to sunscreen) for Dry-Combination-Oily skin. Thanks !

[@officialvanicream4013]

So great! We appreciate you highlighting our Vanicream™ Daily Facial Moisturizer!

[@brenco7325]

Completely unexpected. I love your daily moisturizer!!! ❤️ dont change it

[@John-qe4lr]

hope you expand out in asia

[@eheheh3263]

Love the cleanser and I just got the moisturizer with hyaluronic which I also love... they are keepers

[@tokitaohmasboobies726]

philippines when

[@tristank275]

Your products are the best!

[@imagebearersacademy]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge and expertise with the general public. I appreciate the way you explain the science in a very easy to understand way. I was wondering if you have already addressed eye serums. Thanks!

[@db-gb5xi]

Thanks for pointing out the clean/natural thing. The truth is that terms like medical-grade/clean/natural are not regulated terms. And yes, a lot of the clean/natural brands like to call their products "fragrance free" but that's only because they don't use synthetic fragrance but still insert essential oils, flower/fruit extracts, flower/fruit flowers or hydrosols.

[@danielsugaimd]

The essential oils in “all natural, no Fragrance” gets to me. Thank you for your comment!!💪🙌

[@ReigneOrShine]

Thank you Dr. Daniel! I am very new to my retinol journey. I just bought the Olay Retinol 24 night cream because I watched two of your videos discussing about it. And then this!! I was actually planning to buy the Cerave facial moisturizing lotion. Hopefully, I will see good results soon. 🙏🏽

[@user-jy7mc2gp2y]

Still enjoy every video you do! Thank you for taking the time to provide us with your knowledge! I have used many products that you have recommended.

[@roberta9622]

Thank you sos much for taking the time to share your knowledge with us!❤️

[@jangreig6206]

Such a useful, no nonsense approach to disseminating helpful information.

[@rosypink1206]

Man I’m in my late 20s and I just never gave a damn about making my skin look better cuz I honestly never felt insecure about my skin problems. I just cleansed and moisturized and that’s it. I let my body do its thing. Plus I didn’t want to invest in a ton of skincare products because I just didn’t think it was worth it. But when I realized I’m almost 29, I had a change of heart. I decided that I needed to care more if I wanted to age gracefully. I needed to educate myself on skincare. I found this channel to be so informative and easy to comprehend. So I took the advice of Dr. Sugai and got on the retinol and Vitamin C and sunscreen bandwagon mostly from the CeraVe line. In just two weeks I noticed a difference for the better. I can’t believe it was so easy and I spent all my 20s with blackheads 😆 man I regret not starting sooner. I regret not investing in myself sooner. Teens, if you’re watching this channel, listen to Dr. Sugai! Start early and get into good habits. Your older selves will thank you!

[@louel83]

I really appreciate your content. I just bought my first retinol products today, and I'm excited 😁 It's such a shame so many things contain niacinamide. My skin burns and stings when I use anything with niacinamide in it. It's the only ingredient I have been sensitive to so far 🥴 Thank you so much for the niacinamide free options. I'm going to order kiehl

[@MP-fk9em]

Your videos are so well done and easy to understand. I appreciate you taking the time to put content out that is so useful🌟⚘

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so so much for saying that!🙏🏼❤️

[@terrigarrison22]

Another great video! Thank you. I'm in a dry climate and I need a good hydrating mositurizer for older women. Thanks for these ideas.

[@NormaPGarcia-fv6kj]

Thank you, thank you, you answered all my questions about retinoids & moisturizers, great info & recommendations!!

[@volcanisty]

This is exactly the video I was looking for. I was (still am) using a Trader Joe’s antioxidant moisturizer, I love it but I didn’t realize it has retinol in it and I don’t think it’s a good idea to be “doubling up” on retinol. I also use Differin gel. I will be trying on of the moisturizer you’ve recommended in this video, thank you so much!

[@lindaallen1947]

Thank you so much for your honesty! and making things so simple!❤❤❤

[@bleighwal]

I use the CereVe PM lotion and Aveeno Calm and Restore Gel moisturizer - those are perfect for oily skin (lightweight, non greasy) and both work well all year round. Love them!!

[@appleshih3657]

Thank you Dr. Daniel for this great video! I was wondering if I can use CERAVE PM Faial Moisturizer in the morning as well.

[@70sladyalways25]

I use the Vanicream and the CereVe PM. Both work really well. Thanks for the information!

[@cherylbustamante3565]

Thank you for this video Dr Sugai. Very informative. Watching from Toronto, Canada.

[@Marlene-ii9zw]

Love your channel! I have been on Retinol for years and pretty familiar with do's and dont's, but thanks to your advice have had an eye opener on correct products to pair it with

[@Johnny-hn9ts]

Is it okay to rub the retinol on pimples? Or should I try avoiding contact?

[@missann0906]

I look forward to your reviews,Thanks for sharing 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@tqhnlg]

I'm using the cicaplast baume B5 from La roche possay after applying retinol, so far no irritation or peeling at all, the price is affordable too.

[@sansang.6774]

This is what i am currently using too on top of la roche posay soothing moisturizer. So far no crazy peeling or burning.

[@mgranger5637]

You’re so right Dr. Listening to you and your common sense and rational approach to skin care makes for basic skin knowledge. I appreciate that especially in times when there is so much on the market it can be confusing. Ty & Mahalo nui.

[@Natalietran1012]

Thank you Doctor. These are I am looking for more information and here you are. I found your channel. Thanks

[@iamsoborrred]

I love Vanicream Daily Facial Moisturizer!!!!! It's so underrated. Thanks for your videos!!!

[@clalawmpuii506]

Can i use oily acne skin type and mature skin

[@wydmatt7294]

@@clalawmpuii506 did u ever try out the vanicream moisturizer?

[@shirley-ann7164]

I love the cerave i have the pm and am cream. Yesterday i orderd the retinol serum from cerave. The one with that you advice. I can’t wait to use it and i will start to build up. I also wanted to say that you’re video’s are great. You give such good advice and tips. And also you don’t advice like a 10 step skincare. Thank you so much ❤

[@guptachronic]

I really enjoy your no nonsense and fuss free videos. Thank you Dr sugai :)

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you for saying that- appreciate you!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@Joyce.671]

Great reviews, thank you Dr. Sugai

[@bessyescobar2453]

I enjoy watching your videos. You always give precise information. It’s good to know I don’t have to break the bank to have a good skincare.

[@Karendisima]

Love this! Very informative.

[@adrianadumitru1]

I love the Cerave PM lotion. I’m on my 3rd bottle and it feels so good on the skin.

[@bevmilligan8496]

Glad to see this. I carry it with me in the car and near my bed. Doesn't bother my eyes and soothng.

[@eddiehom7540]

1st! Thank you Dr. Sugai!!! Love the reviews they’re very helpful! Keep em coming!!!!

[@seanstoutgamer]

Same!!! He's helped me!!!

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much! Will keep it up! Cheers to more fun 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙🤙

[@steviesughrue5218]

Love this video and needed it!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@frankdewtie9949]

Hi 👋 Just wanted to say how much I love your videos. The content you provide is very informative and explained so well forr those of us still leanring about skincare. May I ask, what are your thoughts or opinions on the Biothern Homme Supreme Force line or Biotherm Homme in general. Again, thanks for all the great content. 👍

[@ayamenaka3430]

Aloha Doc! Cera Ve is perfect for Hawaii weather! As winter approaches us I am interested in trying different brands, appreciate your tips! Mahalo and have a great weekend🤙🤙🤙🤙🤙🌴🌈

[@danielsugaimd]

Mahalo for watching and have a great weekend 🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙🤙🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@ysabellecariaga]

Thank you for this video. It’s was super helpful. Can you please do one for cleansers with retinol?

[@giulitorelli]

I work at a store where i get “hooked up” w Kielh’s samples forever! I use it when it’s cold and dry and it is the best! CeraVe in humid days! I vary my routine according to the weather! 🥰this video is the best! Thanks!!!!

[@noralehman-kz7wy]

I didn’t know you did your training in Boston! I worked at BWH for 7 years. Love your videos!

[@iritlevy37]

Thank you so much for the great info and all your effort. Allways looking forward for your videos :)

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you!!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@beanmehula]

Thank you for saying ‘peel around the mouth’, that happened to me. I recently jumped on the retinoids bandwagon starting off at every other night. After about a week I changed to every night. I almost freaked out and went back to every other night. I do moisturize and used a little Aquaphor because the dry feeling bothered me. It only lasted a couple days. I’m hoping to try every night again and use the Retinoids sandwich. So cool!

[@mimimoon6082]

Great video Dr. Sugai! Thank you for the review and recommendations. I'm definitely adding the Vanicream and Elta PM creams to my wishlist. Please consider reviewing the Skinfix Barrier Triple Lipid-Peptide Cream? It's pricey but so, so good. Thank you so much for educating us and for all your hard work! Have an awesome weekend!

[@danielsugaimd]

Have a great week, Mimi and will def add that to the list. I have tried that one and spoiler alert: I like it a lot!

[@katydid5088]

The simple face quench moisturizing night cream is great, a hood price but the Amazon store has a ton of negative reviews, especially more recently. I would try Target or Walmart if you want to give it a try.

[@tiffn4208]

Yes, I'm interested in your thoughts about Skinfix and retinols.. I feel the triple barrier causes acne, but I love the moisturizer!

[@tessaambler8715]

Hello Dr. Sugai and everyone, here I am again watching your video as always you shared very informative reviews. People are already making compliments on my skin and won’t believe how old I am, I just laugh and says, “it’s the Filipino bloodline combine with Spanish, American, Asian of all sorts” lol 😂 All the products in your shows I have tried and used but my most favorites are Oil of Olay 24 night moisturizer, CeraVe hydrating facial wash and all the serums you recommend. Thank so much Doc, love and hugs! 🙏❤️🤗

[@danielsugaimd]

Amazing!!! Sounds like you got it down. Keep up the good work and thank you for watching!🙏🏼🙌

[@lynnhom6915]

Thank you for sharing your credentials.

[@algernon2005]

Thank you Doc,very informative as always. Thanks from Canada.

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you!! 🙏🏼🤙

[@lisaw7633]

I love your videos. Thank you for the informative videos. Did you do one on Vitamin C brands? 🤔

[@kimseiberling5263]

Thank you, I enjoyed the video. I’m glad to know I picked out the right moisturizer to use with my retinol.

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you for watching and glad it helps!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@mahdia4289]

​@@danielsugaimdThank you Dr. Daniel According to the ingredient list of Kiehl's ultra facial moisturizer, it contains salicylic acid. I wonder the percentage used in this cream has exfoliating properties or it's use for other purposes like perservitive?

[@Theresa914]

I found you today and your videos are now my favorite for skin care. I’m 68 and just now starting a serious routine. Which moisturizer would you recommend for people that sweat a lot, like me, for daytime.

[@linzisanders1379]

Fabulous. Love your shop really helps thank you 😊

[@patriciaenglish1027]

I needed to see this! I bought CeraVe nighttime cream just this afternoon!

[@danielsugaimd]

Awesome choice!! Thanks for watching 🙏🏼🤙😁

[@tnt8106]

I would love a review on Paula's choice products!

[@JenLuvs2Jazz]

I use OTC retinol and learned about using the right moisturizer the hard way. One night I used Eucerin after my retinol and immediately felt the burn. Sure enough, I checked out the ingredients and that particular moisturizer had AHA in it. Lesson learned. Thank you for all you do..

[@barbarafairbanks4578]

Oh, yah...AHA will definitely bring on major burn, anywhere near a retinoid. I guess we have to read the labels on everything now🧐

[@JenLuvs2Jazz]

@@barbarafairbanks4578 Most definitely 😀

[@our2pumpkins]

LaRoche posey Tol. Sensitive (oil-free) is excellent for acne skin . Mild, light, and had niacinimide too.

[@Sarah-bm2vj]

Thank you for sharing this highly valuable information

[@sb2333]

👍Thanks Dr. Sugai for giving a heads up on good products to use, as I do have sensitive skin. This video saves me time in searching and testing out different products on my skin, and helps to learn the key ingredients to look for in a good moisturizer.

[@k.p.6444]

Thank you so much, great help 😊🙏. Could I also extra use Aloe Vera Gel or Arnica Cream or even Vaseline to calm down the skin?

[@albertlan1464]

Thank you for recommending Kiehl's. GREAT PRODUCT!

[@karend4016]

Thank you for the very helpful information!

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much for saying that!

[@odapty]

Thank you !!!! Very good information 🤗

[@helenellsworth9556]

I did a aloe Shea butter sweet almond oil and glyserin, after dermplaning vit c hydralonic acid, so good it my skin takes it up better 😊

[@sup-vv3vz]

I was trying to find reviews on aveeno's calm and restore on KZbin to use with retinol. Couldn't find much . I have sensitive skin and was wondering if aveeno would be a good option to use with vitamins c serum and retinol. Bought vitamin c serum and olay retinol moisturizer after watching your videos lol .maybe in the future you could give your thoughts about aveeno products. I did order the calm and restore as well as the sunscreen with soy to help with age spots . Appreciate your honesty and help with affordable solutions for skin care .I'm 37 and just starting a skincare routine so your videos have been very helpful.

[@candytao5151]

Thanks Doc I appreciate you so much!!!

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you!! I appreciate you!

[@carolquezada30609]

Thank you Dr. Sugai! 😊

[@danielsugaimd]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙🤙🤙

[@lindasteele6323]

I use RoC retin a which causes some irritation. I was using CeraVe until it started stinging. I started using Aveeno calm and restore. Just wondering what you think of Aveeno.

[@wrmlm37]

You only had to say, "If you don't know me by now, I am an insanely handsome doctor who just showed up in your YT feed." Doc, I needed this exact video, went to Dr. Drays, and watched a few of hers, but she didn't really cover this in quite this way. Plus, she talks...a LOT:) Nice to meet you, Doc. P.S. no shade to Doc Dray, she is wicked smart.

[@CrisCY]

Love your videos!!! So informative and helpful. I am pairing my Kiehl's microdose retinol with their ultra facial cream, it stings quite a bit when the cream goes on.. Is it the alcohol in the cream? Or should I dial back in the retinol? Im on week 3 of using the retinol, from using it once every three days to every other day. This week I tried every night, and it stings a bit esp after putting on the kiehl's cream. Sorry abt the super long message!

[@jakecurtis]

Solid recs as always 🤙🏼🤙🏼

[@sheli1486]

Hello Dr.. can I use both Olay retinol serum and Olay retinol moisturizer at the same time? If not, what do you recommend?

[@michelletidler6773]

My daughter and I LOVE everything Vanicream. The only thing that is helping my issue on my legs.

[@danielsugaimd]

👍👍🙌🙌

[@bodybalancer]

Ok I have a question. I actually have battled a form of ocd most of my life, dermatillomania, aka CSP aka excoriation disorder.... There really is NOT enough help out there for it, or products or product recommendations specifically targeted to EXTRA sensitive, raw, or broken* skin, that really needs extra TLC to help heal up and beat the odds when sometimes we’re unable to avoid re-damaging the skin. Anything to help speed skin healing... also things to help guard against or treat infection (just plain antibac ointment i guess?) Things to help prevent & treat scarring as well. All of this would be helpful. 🙏✌️ (ps. for me personally i live in Cali & its extremely arid here so... there’s that too. Almost? Maybe? too dry to use hyaluronic bc it might pull moisture out of the skin bc there really is no moisture in the air here 🏜😕 I’m not 100% sure if it helps me here or not 😕)

[@Lizzy43645]

Shout out to the sunscreen still on the side of your face from the summer time sunscreen video!

[@mylene3370]

Hi! Watching from Abu Dhabi .Can you please recommend the best body moisturizer. Thank you so much

[@evaemery8916]

I m so glad i found your channel. Thank you

[@danielsugaimd]

Thank you so much for watching!🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🤙

[@jonah9516]

Hey Doc 😊 can you please do a video on how to use adapalene on the body 🙏 thanks so much. Love from the Philippines🇵🇭💖

[@zvi91]

I love your smooth voice 🥰 so calming

[@danielsugaimd]

🙏🏼🙏🏼☺️thank you so much for watching

[@becreb]

I just ordered the kiehl's moisturizer to try since colder months are coming. Hopefully I like it!

[@danielsugaimd]

Enjoy!! That one sells out quick where I live and so it’s great you got one!🙌

[@varsharathnam9844]

Hi Dr.Sugai! Can you make a video on postpartum hairfall?

[@kjohnsonshelton0923]

I'd like to try to vanicream, but concerned about no niacinamides; I currently use cerave. What will I be missing out on without niacinamides in vanicream?

[@deutschemama911]

Love your videos!!!!! Why do you wait an hour after washing your face in the evening before you apply the tretinoin?

[@laurasoftheart]

Can you do a video on moisturizer for senior dry skin?

[@justinbaysic1868]

I just bought CeraVe PM Moisturizer before this video came out. Love from Philippines 🇵🇭

[@danielsugaimd]

🙌🙌🙏🏼🙏🏼amazing!!

[@galato4234]

Thank you for this video. Could you please help me decide if Cerave Renewing Night Cream is non-comadogenic and suitable for combination skin? Thanks.

[@flaviaakello]

I’ve been using the Olay Retinol for a week and I’ve never seen my skin in such distress. I’m peeling and sensitive. I don’t see how this is an everyday product, it feel like a chemical peel. If I used this product everyday I won’t be able to use anything else. I feel it’s better as a treatment rather than an everyday product. As soon as I get my results I’m going right back to my hyaluronic acid, where the moistures at!

[@yurimendez8141]

He is just great! 🤩

[@daisyrosario3438]

Love CeraVe and Vanicream!✔

[@danielsugaimd]

🙌🙌👍👍

[@helenihuoma5207]

Thanks for yr video. It alll be nice if you can a full photo of very reviewed product. It's hard to pick the name

[@cherylcall4971]

I'd love to find a dermatologist like you where I live.

[@daisy3434]

Hello, Dr. Sugai, is it safe for skin prone to redness to use Kiehl's Ultra Facial Cream with retinol as it contains salicylic acid? Thank you 🙂

[@TT-gz2mj]

What about Cetaphil moisturizer? I find that one doesnt sting as I'm doing my retinoid treatments

[@ohmyhellx]

Vanicream has petrolatum. No Bueno. The label touts being free of all stuff bad, then you check the ingredients and up pops petrolatum. CeraVe has parabens. I'm still in search of something simple. What do you think of the Derma E line?

[@jonathanmatthew5631]

If you would choose among the 4 that you've mentioned, which would you get to pair with your retinol at night?

[@sturrrdy]

Outstanding video. I’ve been watching your channel a ton lately to fine tune my skin care routine. I currently use -cerave hydrating cleanser - cerave retinol resurfacing (at night) - L’Oréal age perfect eye cream (for dark circles) Occasional face moisturizer (bravo sierra) I’m looking to purchase a face moisturizer because I feel like bravo sierra isn’t necessarily a ‘good brand’ as far as dermatology grade at least. Who knows I may be wrong. Anyways, I work with paint and chemicals so I wear a respirator all day at work. I clean my mask with paper towel and hand soap every few hours and wash my face with cerave 2x per shift. I wore a hat to work for over half a year so my temples have slight scars/acne Even tho ‘the boys’ will smile and look at me funny sometimes when they see me with my face products, cuz there’s a stigma in society with men and personal hygiene, I’ve been really upping my hygiene game for a better, more confident life. All in All I just wanted to share my appreciation for you and the work you put out in ur channel, thanks for listenin

[@jacquelyneyawa5800]

I like this. You do not need to break the bank to maintain your skin

[@DS-tw9ls]

Can you pls review the Bio Oil gel? ☺️ I wasn’t aware it even existed

[@annap8328]

Vanicream is fabulous!

[@profmj7630]

Vanicream facial moisturizer is the best for my seborrheic dermatitis on my face...its healing my damaged skin barrier

[@jackiem.259]

Do you also recommend 1st aid beauty ultra repair cream or skinfix?

[@SuperDrLisa]

Wow, you spent a lot of time in Massachusetts! Wish you had stayed I'm within 45 miles of Boston

[@frankieletsgo7431]

Hi Dr. Daniel, do you have any video about the EltaMd AM Therapy Moisturizer?

[@raeanndeegan2910]

So does hyaluronic acid not cause extra sensitivity while paired with Differin gel? I was using the neutrogena hydro boost (with HA) while doing the retinol sandwich. Now my face hurts.. Red, irritated, and soo sensitive. And that moisturizer is burning my skin everytime I used it! Maybe it’s the fragrance & dye in it that is causing this pain. But I was told hyaluronic acid can cause extra dryness?