How long should I stay on Retin-A (tretinoin)

[dark_eyes 0]

So I began Retina A back in the end of November. I had a massive outbreak of cystic acne (not sure if I would've had it with or without the Retin-A.) Well, I am now clear, BUT i have bad red marks left. I had a microdermabrasion and gentle chemical peel today. They told me to stay on the retin-a because it helps fade the marks quicker. Does it really help speed up the fading of the red marks at all? Anyone got any advice on this?

[Lady Odd Duck 1]

It's supposed to. I haven't really noticed retinoids doing that for me. But your acne might come back if you stop it anyway.

[Jane_Eyre 0]

My red marks have noticeably faded. I've been using tretinoin for 3.5 months, but I also started using philosophy's microdelivery peel, so maybe that helps too. I've been doing lots of very scientific internet research (j/k) and all the websites pretty much say the same thing- that retinols will increase cell turnover and decrease scars, wrinkles and hyperpigmentation over time, but they also say it takes at least 6 months of use to see noticeable results. I am acne-free now, but I'm going to keep using tretinoin because want these red marks to go away quicker.

[dark_eyes 0]

thanks for the help. i haven't gotten back on it yet since my microdermabrasion and chemical peel 2 days ago. they told me i should probably wait a few days, but didn't specify how long. I actually have noticed fading. Especially since having the microderm and peel. I'm scheduled for another one in two weeks. whatever it takes to fade these ugly red marks!