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Resin: Substance made from the secretions of plants.

Resorcinol: In mild solutions, used as an antiseptic and as a soothing preparation for irritated or itchy skin.

Retin-A: Derived from vitamin A, this drug is used in the treatment of acne.

Retinol: An acid from Vitamin A. It is the main ingredient in Retin-A and Renova. These products are used to treat fine wrinkles and acne.

Retinyl Palmitate: is vitamin A, a skin normalizer help to balance all skin types by penetrating the skin. It is a powerful anti-oxidant that increases skin suppleness, yielding younger looking skin.

Rosacea: A skin circumstance characterized by red, inflammed, oily, acne-prone areas.

Rose Hips: Extract of different species of wild roses, it is rich in vitamin C.

Rosemary: A common effect attributed to this herb is the promotion of wound curing. Has stimulating, rejuvenating and antiseptic properties.

Royal Gelly: It stimulates the renewal of healthier skin.