Retinaldehyde containing compositions and methods of use

Abstract

This disclosure is directed to compositions comprised of retinaldehyde, one or more skin conditioning agents, and, optionally, one or more additional retinoids. This disclosure is directed. Embodiments are also directed to compositions comprised of retinaldehyde, one or more peptides, one or more skin conditioning agents, one or more calcium containing agents, and, optionally, one or more additional retinoids. Embodiments are also directed to compositions comprised of retinaldehyde, one or more peptides, one or more skin conditioning agents, one or more calcium containing agents, and, optionally, one or more additional retinoids. Additional embodiments disclose methods for treating the skin wherein a characteristic of the skin is improved, the characteristics include firmness, elasticity, fine lines and wrinkles, skin texture, dullness, dyschromia, skin tone, reduction or elimination of acne, and any combination thereof. This disclosure is also directed to kits used for treating the skin with the compositions described herein.

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