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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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April 27, 2009
Cons:
Makes me oilier than I have ever been in my life!!!
Still get a few, minor breakouts - initial breakout AWFUL
Haven't really noticed a change in skin texture
Eh....it's just ok in my book. I've been using this fro 4 months now. The initial breakout was awful (~3 months of use for me), but I was expecting it and stuck with it. I started noticing less pimples around the time of my cycle when I get the most cystic acne which was a huge plus. However, I don't see a change in getting rid of the brown and red spots that I have now due to that really nasty breakout. The other odd thing is.....everyone claims that this makes them so dry. Not me. I have never been oilier in my life. I am oil slick. I wear all matte make-up with a primer and I still am oily within minutes! I have tried to go down to using Retin-A every other night, but still the oiliness is just awful. I am struggling with continuing this product or not.
April 26, 2009
Pros:
None
Cons:
Itching, redness, peeling for a week, causes more break up. Itching leads to scratching when i sleep. I've crusts all over my face now.
I'm using the 0.05% This is my second week and my acne worsened at least 10 times, spreading to other areas. My face is like a red mess now. I can't even look at the mirror. :(
April 24, 2009
Pros:
felt like it may have gotten rid of some pimples
Cons:
made face very red and waaaayyy too sensitive to the sun. being in the sun for a while gave me a sunburn and i had sunblock on too!
I feel like my pimples got worse when I was taking tretinoin. I did not like this at all. The smell is unpleasant and it doesnt have a positive effect on the skin. It gave me a whole bunch of bumps all over my face, made me break out way worse than before. If you are going to take this make sure it is what you really want to do and dont let your doctor pressure you into doing it. I'm glad I stopped using it and i feel that my skin is in much better condition now then when it was when I was taking tretinoin. I used to tretinoin gel .01 for about 8 weeks. It didnt get better just made my skin condition worse. It did not work for me and it wasnt worth it to put myself through it.
April 20, 2009
Pros:
Cleared up acne and scars, prevented breakouts (I have really greasy skin that pimples just love, good thing i managed to decrease it to mild before I used this product), I can actually rub my cheeks and barely feel any bumps, whereas before I could.
Cons:
None. However, I did get a slight dryness in it. I dont really understand why people could have cons about this product, however I am only on my second week.
Anyways, in order to get something perfect, you have to make some sacrifices.
Great product.
April 1, 2009
Pros:
Greatly improves acne, treats everything from shine, whiteheads, backheads, scars, cysts, as well as skin tone and fine lines, tightens and evens skin tone. Reduces pore size. Has helped prevent new acne and speed up healing of occuring acne.
Cons:
It makes your skin sensitive to sunlight and wind. Breakouts surface during the first 2/3 weeks but heal more easily and overall no real dryness, using a daily mositurzer (acne soultions) by clinique has worked well with Tretinoin.
Using 0.01% for moderate acne, with a few cystic spots. Apply every night before bed, whole face. It has really helped heal my skin and the new skin coming through is even smoother, even in tone and softer than ever.
March 25, 2009
Pros:
its ok, it helps minimizes acne growth
Cons:
though it minimizes acne formation it brings with it severe itchiness leaving scars.
since I am living in a tropical country I think this is not the product for me, the medication sure is sensitive to heat leaving you compications
March 3, 2009
Pros:
Reduces fine lines. Evens skin tone. Clogged pores kept to a minimum.
Cons:
Lengthy skin adjusting period. Can cause irritation if too much is used.
I've been using Retin-a Micro 0.04% for over a year and I'm 31. This stuff has been amazing for my skin. Fine lines around my eyes have vanished. My skin is mostly smooth and very soft. It did take awhile for my skin to adjust to it though, but I stuck it out and am so glad I did.
February 28, 2009
Pros:
My skin is smooth and nearly perfect when I use Retin A Micro without fail. There are very few hormonal breakouts and even those are insignificant.
Cons:
The initial few weeks are uncomfortable. Read the information provided. Do not use it near the corners of your nose, mouth or near the eyes. Sunblock is crucial.
Great product for those with a light hand and a bit of patience.
February 20, 2009
Pros:
very possibly helping
Cons:
some flakes & sensitivity
My neice was using retin a for about a month and half with not the greatest results, but then, decided to use a great vaporizer (puts out a lot of steam) in her room at night and am wondering if it has helped the retin a absorb better into the skin - as she lives in a cold dry winter climate- and her skin is doing much better. Less breakouts, more clear less red areas etc. Also, recently started using blue/red light (2 weeks now) about 2 minutes under each light daily. Her skin looks much better so far. We are also trying fresh aloe (the gel inside a broken leaf)as an anti inflammatory/moisturizer.
February 18, 2009
Pros:
Definately made an improvement in my skin
Made skin really soft
Zits dont stay up as long
Cons:
My face is really oily
I still break out
Peeling skin
I think this is a really good acne medication. My skin has shown dramatic improvment for the 4 months ive been on it. However, it didnt make all of my acne go away, and it leaves red marks sometimes, but those go away within a week. Sometimes i break out pretty bad even tho i continue to go on it, but i think its just a cycle. Give it time, it will help
Pros:
Helps clear up moderate acne