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.
EXTREMELY DRYING, skin peeling, bleaching of pillowcase
Gets rid of scars, Brings pimple pus to the surface
Brings pimple pus to the surface, causes sun sensitivity.
Helps acne, fading post acne scars too.
Makes skin blushy.
This is my second report on tretinoin 0.01% gel. My acne, blackheads and whiteheads are improved but I plan to ask for a stronger strength at my next Dr. appointment. Brown spots are definitely lighter.
Takes several months for skin to adjust, during which time there is sensitivity, flakiness, irritation and initially worsening of blemishes. This product takes patience but pays off eventually.
acne scars, dark spots, clears and tightens pores
eventually shows 'some' results
takes a LONG time to start showng any sign of improvement
doesn't work for very long
works (eventually), smoother skin
redness initially, peeling, dryness, minor initial breakout.
Works! Made all my pimples go away.
The first 4 months were horrible, had light to moderate acne, but this turned it into severe with huge cystic pimples that I had never had before. My skin got a lot worse during this initial period and had a lot of breakouts with huge pimples.
makes skin quality beeter in every way
initial breakout period
Smoother skin
Started out with .1%, face peeled very badly and was red. It hurt to open my mouth to eat food, I could only drink liquids. After about 2 weeks all hell broke loose on my face, cystic bumps and whiteheads EVERYWHERE. Discontinued use.
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Pros:
This medicine helps to improve breakouts, blackheads, whiteheads, and cystic acne. Clearing of the face happens nearly immediately and is truly noticeable in those with more severe acne.