retinoid

noun

ret·​i·​noid ˈre-tə-ˌnȯid How to pronounce retinoid (audio)
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A

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Effective methods for collagen banking include at-home practices such as utilizing retinoid, Vitamin C, peptides, and hyaluronic acid. Cierra Black, Essence, 18 Apr. 2025 Then, just wait for your prescription-strength retinoid to be delivered straight to your door. Angela Trakoshis, Allure, 16 Apr. 2025 Tretinoin, also known as all-trans retinoic acid, is a type of retinoid, a group of vitamin A derivatives that includes retinol. Emily Orofino, Vogue, 5 Apr. 2025 The term retinoid mainly describes prescription-strength products.1 Retinol is a type of retinoid available over-the-counter (OTC). Jessica Swirble, Verywell Health, 19 Feb. 2025 See All Example Sentences for retinoid

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First Known Use

1976, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of retinoid was in 1976

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“Retinoid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/retinoid. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.

Medical Definition

retinoid

noun
ret·​i·​noid ˈret-ᵊn-ˌȯid How to pronounce retinoid (audio)
: any of various synthetic or naturally occurring analogs of vitamin A
retinoid adjective
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