Retin-A (Renova)

Tretinion (sold as Retin-A and Avita for acne, and Renova for wrinkle reduction) is a derivative of Vitamin A that treats acne whiteheads or blackheads (comedones) by increasing skin cell turnover.  Retin-A reduces the number of blocked pores by increasing skin cell turnover.

Retin-A: 10 reviews

Avg reported cost: $19650% said Retin-A was worth it
$104

Moisturizer to use with retin a 0.1%

Denver, CO — I'm 55 years old. I have previously used Retin A .05% cream with no problems at all, but it was a few years ago....
$150

Problems with retinol treatment (age 51, fair skin)

Australia — Retinol treatment on very fine and sensitive skin improved spots and skin texture overall but created other problems,such...
$100

Retin a for acne scars: causing new pits

India — Cons: Scars looking deeper. Some open pores have now developed into shallow pits. Why I did it: To get rid of my shallow...
$500

Review of obagi system (including retin-a)

Oviedo, FL — Well, I actually used the Obagi System (including retin-a) and LOVED it! The only cons were about 2 weeks of painful,...
$500

Using retin-a for 15 years. it helps over time.

USA — I've used Retin-A for over fifteen years. I buy it when I go to Mexico because it's so much cheaper. Even after using it...
$100

4 months using retin-a = smoother skin and smaller pores

Wisconsin — I use retin-a .05% and will say its the best thing in my regime and I will never go without. You will experience peeling...
$110

No facial oil

Omak, Washington — I cleansed my face with baking soda water for three days then Retin A 0.5% fir two days. There was a lot of peel off. Now...
$150

No pros yet

Port Arthur, TX — No pros yet. Cons include the reddening and burning. I sought treatment because I've read that at my age (28) it may be...
$100

Love my retin-a (tretinoin) 0.05% cream

Champaign, Illinois — I've been using the generic tretinoin 0.05% cream since February and I LOVE it. My perscription insurance covered most...
$150

Retin-a is the only topical treatment that has worked for me

Sacramento, CA — I've been using Retin-A on and off for about 15 years.  I'm 41 and used Retin-A for acne when I was younger, but now...
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