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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.
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August 28, 2008
Cons:
Broke out the rest of my face. Worst acne ever on cheeks, chin, jaw-line. Horrible peeling around mouth, flaking off when I smiled. Incredible sensitivity to sunlight and even some gentle lotions.
I used Retin-A Mirco for about 2 months. For my forehead, it did exactly what it was supposed to do: it cleared up the bumps that had started forming on it. No irritation on my forehead, but MY FOREHEAD IS MUCH MORE OILY THAN THE REST OF MY FACE!
If you have oily skin, I say give this a try. But, if you're like me and have normal to dry skin on the majority of your face, then be cautious. I have had acne since I was 14--I'm 27 now--and this stuff has caused the worst acne I have ever had.
I hardly ever had acne on my right cheek and none of my jaw-line; now, it's like I opened a flood gate. It feels like I mildly burned my face, and it's still recovering.
I went back to ProActive after the Retin-A, and the first few times I used it, it burned on my face for 20 minutes because my skin was ultra-sensitive due to the Retin-A.
I still use Retin-A Micro on my forehead, but only every other day. Be careful!
August 27, 2008
Pros:
has cleared my face of blackheads, any pimples, whiteheads, etc
Cons:
some peeling when using the product constantly
this medicine takes a few months 2 kick in but it does work. there is some peeling but i found out tht for me to use the medicine every other night instead of every night will stop the peeling or by putting a dab of moisturizer on ur skin in the morning. i really reccommend this medicine although there is some peeling. it is much much much better than ANYTHING u wld find over the counter (proactiv, facewash, etc.)
give it a try, ull be very pleased
August 13, 2008
Pros:
Works
Cons:
Takes forever to work and its not cheap
Stick wit it
August 7, 2008
Pros:
clears acne within 3-5 months it takes patience.
Cons:
causes redness and peeling in the first 2-3 weeks of using it.
USE IT
July 28, 2008
Pros:
it worked for a week
Cons:
Didn't do anything to get rid of acne after a week
I have been on pretty much everything you can have and this was by far the least effective didn't cause brake out but didn't get rid of acne after a week maybe my skin got use to it?? it did however slightly!! flatten scars but not a dramatic difference
July 21, 2008
Pros:
it gets rid of pimples and gives you smoother skin
Cons:
it gets worse for about a week or two before it gets better. also i've been using it for about a year and a half and its begging to stop working as if i'm becoming amune to it.
it works really well for a long time but i dont think any kind of medication lasts forever.
July 10, 2008
Pros:
Less fine lines and wrinkles, collagen production, normalization of the skin, less acne, improved texture
Cons:
Redness, peeling, flaking, irritation, increased acne for a period of time, it takes time to really start working it's magic
The stuff works. But with any product, it needs time to normalize the skin. This could take up to 40 days. But once you are there, you will notice all of the Pros listed above. It is a tried and true product. That is why it is still on the market and so widely used. with continued use your skin will normalize. That means it will create it's own moisture and decrease excess oily. Bottom Line: give it a chance and you will see improvements.
July 5, 2008
Pros:
Clears skin, shrinks pores, fades post-acne marks
Cons:
Takes a lot of time to work, skin breaks out A LOT in the beginning, may make skin oily if using the cream, increases sun sensitivity
You need to be patient if you want this to work. It took about 5 months before my skin was clear, but after a year, i almost never get a pimple and my red marks are starting to fade. However, in the beginning my skin broke out like crazy, which is how it's supposed to work. Retin A pushes all of the comedones under your skin's surface up through your pores to clean them out.
Please don't write a review on this product if you've only been using it for a few weeks or a month or so. You're just misleading others about a product that can actually help heal acne if used correctly and with patience. Everyone should talk with a doctor to see if Retin A will be best for them.
April 23, 2008
Pros:
Skin feels smooth and soft after initial peeling. Noticable reduction in spots and pimples.
Cons:
Dry, itchy, flakey, burning sking. For the first week, the meds burned when applying moisterizer.
My mom recommended I use retin-A after it cleared her acne over 30 years ago. She has beautiful skin since. I have been battling acne for the past 12 years and this is the second product that have shown some results. The first product where I found results was created by a dermo that passed away. He was fantastic and a leader in the dermo field with over 60 years in practice. Once the initial peeling subsides and skin gets adjusted to the meds the results are fantastic. I just gently exfoliated the dry skin. The skin that is left is feeling baby smooth and clear. I use duac in the am and retin-a in the pm. I still get a few pimples however, they dissapear by the next morning without scaring or pain. I hope these results continue!
April 4, 2008
Pros:
It will EVENTUALLY work takes btween 1-2 months to notice initial results
Cons:
Worsening of breakout period was pretty hardcore
I'm 22 yrs old and is set to graduate in June. I was fortunate enough to never had skin problems during my teen years, But about 5-6 months ago, I've experienced a never ending whitehead outbreak on my cheek bone areas. I tried diff. washes and OTC and non would work. I went to a derm and he prescribed me retin-a 0.1% at night and benzaclin in morning. The first 2-3 weeks, I didn't notice anything except for peeling, redness, and excessive dryness. Around weeks 4-7, your breakout will inevitably worsen. But towards the end of week 7 and onward, your skin will gradually get better and a difference will be noticed to the touch and sight. So like everyone else saids, justs tick with it. It's taking me almost 2 months to see satisfied results and I only had very mild acne, so the time table is different for everyone, but the process is the same.
Pros:
Cleared up my forehead.
Makes skin smoother.