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[theque]

Hi all!

My acne is very mild, but my doctor recently prescribed me Tretinoin 0.5% to combat breakouts that I’ve been having when I take Biotin for a hair condition. I’ve only used it three days so far, but I’ve already seen an awesome difference. I’m terrified of the initial breakout though. I mean, seriously. Terrified.

Anyways, my question is: is tretinoin one of those things that you have to use forever or your acne comes back? Or can I wean myself off of it after 1-2 years and still keep the clear (hopefully) skin? Anyone have any experience?

Thanks!

[unlovely2011]

my dermatologist said to stay on the aczone/atralin regimen he prescribed me indefinitely. he even said it happens to be the same regimen he's been using for years. i say keep using what's working until it stops working. of course, some of us may also simply grow out of the acne phase. and some people may have to treat it for life. it's up to you if you want to risk going off of it... but i'd say talk to the derm before changing anything, maybe they can prescribe or recommend something else for upkeep.

[May853]

I have not asked about this, but do not plan to stop using Atralin unless I have to for some reason. There are too many other benefits to using a retinoid.