# Self-Activated Retinol Powders Exponent Beauty's Time Rewind Retinol Powder is Clinical-Grade By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2022-07-14 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinol-powder References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/exponent-beauty-self-activated-skincare-pioneer-unveils-new-active-powder-time-rewind-retinol-301568235.html) & [exponentbeauty](https://exponentbeauty.com/) Exponent Beauty's Time Rewind Retinol Powder is the newest clinical-grade skincare product to join the brand's line of self-activated, fresh skincare. This product, and others from the pioneering beauty brand, help to address and rectify the fact that [active skincare ingredients degrade rapidly](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/licorice-exosome-treatment-orb). Combining an Active Powder from Exponent Beauty with a [Quadruple Hyaluronic Acid Hydrator](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-action-firming-serum) creates a freshly whipped Superior Serum with a light gel-cream texture that delivers targeted results. This formula sets itself apart from other water-based solutions that "start degrading the moment they're manufactured" and instead offers a high-functioning formula that delivers on results. The Time Rewind Retinol powder was crafted to help people achieve [tighter, clearer and more youthful-looking skin](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retinoid-collection), all the while minimizing irritation. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 77% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 12% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Cosmetics](https://www.trendhunter.com/cosmetics) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Self-activated Skincare:** There is an opportunity for the skincare industry to develop more self-activated products that maintain their potency until ready to use. - **Clinical-grade Skincare Products:** The trend of developing clinical-grade skincare products can disrupt the traditional skincare industry and establish new standards of efficacy. - **Powdered Skincare Products:** There is an opportunity for the beauty industry to develop more powdered skincare products that provide a longer shelf life and allow for customizable formulations. ### Who This Affects Most - **Skincare Industry:** The skincare industry can explore the development of more innovative self-activated products to address the issue of ingredient degradation and enhance product efficacy. - **Beauty Industry:** The beauty industry can disrupt traditional skincare products by creating more clinical-grade products that deliver targeted results. - **Cosmetics Industry:** The cosmetics industry can create more powdered skincare products that offer a longer shelf life and customization, and expand their product offerings to include clinical-grade formulations. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-Part Calming Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/calming-serum.md) - [Edible Retinol Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amorepacific1.md) - [Fast-Acting Retinol Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-rewind-retinol-serum.md) - [Daily Retinol Supplements](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vitalbeutie-super-retinol.md) - [Potent Retinoid Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clinical-pro-retinaldehyde.md) - [Encapsulated Anti-Aging Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beginner-retinol.md) - [Time-Release Retinol Skincare](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/collagen-reactivate-pm.md) - [Highly Concentrated Anti-Aging Formulas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blair-skincare.md) - [Gentle Skin-Enhancing Serums](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/beauty-pies-youthbomb.md)