Tretinoin is a vitamin A derivative called a topical retinoid. It helps clear acne by promoting skin cell turnover.
Tretinoin is usually applied once a day around bedtime.
dry skin (sometimes)
Sunburns ):
clears face :)
you get flakes
redness
takes time
dries out zits fast
reduces fine lines
shrinks pores
prevents new zits
initial breakout
waxing ripped off skin
Works!! Smooths Skin; Easy Regimen Addition;
So many compliments on my improved skin appearance'
1 Month IB Period; Must use with other products for full effects; Worried about loss of effectiveness??
Prevented breakouts. At least I hope it prevented my breakouts.
Didn't do much at all for my spots.
Worked ridiculously slowly.
Initial Breakout, although it wasn't that much for me.
Made my face very red.
none
Made my skin peel very badly.
Very irritating.
Did not clear skin.
Made skin break out.
Easy to use
Also prevents wrinkles
In expensive (with co-pay)
IT REALLY WORKS!
Can be expensive (without insurance)
Can only be applied at nighttime
6-8 weeks before results
works for some people
makes skin extremely dry, red, painful, increases sensitivity
makes you break out
- promotes cell turnover, leading to smoother skin overall
- really purges out your pores
- clears skin over time
- breakouts that form take less time to heal
- dries out skin + makes it extremely oily
- I experienced all the side effects! (itching, redness, flaking, stinging, etc.)
- takes a long time (in the meantime, you have tons of breakouts and raised bumps)
- initial breakout phase
Seems to work
takes a few months
The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:
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Pros:
CLEARS ACNE
eventually fades scars
nice texture