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Write a review Do anti-wrinkle creams that promise instant smoothing and noticeable reduction in fine lines really work?
Will Retin-A really improve the appearance of acne scars and discoloration?
I am new to Retin-A Micro and have read a lot of reviews about it and understand that it takes time to see results and that your skin will often look...
I have been on Retin-A therapy for about one year, and I would like to begin microdermabrasion treatments, is this safe?
I was told that laser treatments won't help with the wrinkles I got from Retin-A. I visited a dermatologist, and he gave me an anti-inflammatory cream...
I am age 39. I have been on Retin-A micro gel O.1% for about 6 months, applied every other night. I just started minocyc. antibiotic for breakouts on...
I'm a young female who had a horrible experience with Retin-A. Others tell me it's not possible, but I assure you it is, because it happened to me. I...
How long after I stop using Retin-A can I tan in the sun or tanning bed?
Does Tretinoin skincare products like Renova and Retin-A help shrink facial pores?
I am using Retin A micro gel .04% on my face for the last two weeks. I have much sun damage on my face and neck as well from years of outdoor...
I am a 40 year old east Indian female. I was on birth control pills for about 10 years. I stopped taking them last year, and I lost quite a lot of my...
Had Fraxel Repair 3 weeks ago. Will Retin-A help with the collagen rebuilding process? Also how long after my treatment should I wait to start using...
I got stretch marks after my first child, on the sides of both breasts. Is there anything that can be done to remove them or treat them?
I have a fair complexion and just went in for my second Fraxel Laser treatment 4 days ago. I use the lowest dose of Retin A every other day, and had...
Can you use Retin A on your eyelids? Will it improve the texture of loose crepey eyelid skin? I use it on my face and tolerate it very well -- no...
I have fair skin with rosacea (pretty much under control with Metrogel). I am looking for something to reverse sun damage and make my skin look...
I am using an 0.05% solution also but It seems to have been making my lines around my eyes worsen. i have not gotten an answer yet but I am wondering...
Should I undergo Fraxel Repair if I'm still peeling from Retin-A?
I've had issues with tear trough dark circles for as long I can remember. But due to both smoking and tanned in the past, I'm seeing more issues now...
Recently, I have been using Retin-A 0.05% to treat blemishes and wrinkles. The wrinkles are mostly under my eyes. So far, I don't have any problems,...
I am 27 and smoke moderately.
Why does Retin-A make wrinkles around the eyes worse in the first few weeks of use? I have heard from a cosmetic surgery nurse that it is because it...
Where/how do I get Retin A?
My concern is that through the continued use of retinoids and the resulting stimulation of cell renewal, skin cells would eventually reach Hayflick's...
Does Retin-A have a Facelift effect if used long term? Does Retin-A improve skin collagen production?
I go to my dermatologist in 2 weeks. I have been using Tretinoin Cream (.05% Obagi) on my face to improve overall skin quality - texture, very fine...
I went to a dermatologist for the first time for something else, but when she noticed a few whiteheads on me, she recommended I use Retin A and gave...
Are there any brands of Retin-A better than others with regard to the effectiveness?
Do I have to quit Retin A before Thermage or IPL? Can I start using it immediately afterward?
Is it safe to use Retin A gel for at-home skin peeling? If so, how often should it be done ?
I had Rhinoplasty at the end of August this year and would like to start using Retin-A cream on my face, and also have Botox for upper face and crows...
Recent research on tretinoin suggests that it inhibits MMP production. Low MMP levels have also been associated with atrophic scarring. Is it...
Can Retin-A help minimize or get rid of crows feet?
Do plastic surgeons recommend the long term regular use of Retin-A for those who desire an anti-aging effect for facial skin?
I have been prescribed Retin-A 0.01% for acne, collagen and elastin production. I have also recently purchased the highly touted Bellaplex, plus...
Can I have IPL treatments while on Bactrim DS and Retin-A? I just started these meds a week ago and I am going in for my first IPL in a few days.
Can you use Retin-A and/or Hydroquinone on the eyelids? What should you do if you experience severe dryness?
I was started on Retin-A 0.1% cream for fine lines and have used it for four consecutive days. I am experiencing reddening and a burning, tightening...
I have enlarged pores from obsessively picking at blackheads. Do you think Retin-A would be able to help in my case?
I use 0.05% tetinoin cream which I'm told is the generic version of Retin-a. It works great on wrinkles and discoloration but I need something...
I am an African American, 45 years old, and have excessively oily and sensitive facial skin. I have researched Accutane, Retin-A and even Diane 35....
I have some spots on my bottom from pimples I usually get every month. Can I use Tretinoin cream to get rid of them?
I use Metrogel for my Rosacea in the morning, and before I go to bed, I use Retin-A Micro for my acne. Is it OK to be using these two treatments at...
I have freckles on my face and recently went to a dermatologist who recommended the following treatments: Aclaro PD morning and night, along with...
I used Retin-A (.05%) on my neck for about 2 1/2 months and then noticed under my chin is starting to "hang" and shrivels up into my neck...
Will Retin-A that was prescribed for my acne, also help with wrinkle?
I have been using it in 6 week periods, applying in the evenings, getting peeling of the skin, then when the pealing stops I will give it a rest for a...
What moisturizers (over-the-counter products) can be used in conjunction with Retin-A?
Hi, I just started using Retin-A 0.1% as an anti-aging treatment my skin feels fine--no burning, etc.
On other sites they say, 0.025% Retin-A is for...
How exactly in terms of benefits does Retin-A help as PRE-treatment for Fraxel Repair and what does it do as POST treatment?
What is the treatment...
Can I get a prescription for Retinoic Acid and if so what strength?What percentage is recommended for prematurely aged skin? I only have moderate fine...
Hello, I have shallow indents in my skin from pimples. Will Retin-A Micro help to soften them? If not, what OTC products should I try to use before I...
Hello I just started using retin-a 0.1%. My question is how long will the peeling, dryness, and burning last? Should I take a break from the cream...
I got injected with fillers 3 months ago, got an injury then left scar on my cheek .Although the scar has improved i has nt gone yet.A part of it is...
I'm using Renova and am looking to switch to higher strength/different brand. I am 41 and have been using Renova 0.2% for over a year.I am...
I am on birth control pills but my pimples still keep appearing. I want to try using Retin-A since when I used it before (without the pills), it...
My daughter walked into a tree branch and scraped her forehead. The scratch was not deep or wide. I put Mupirocin on it. My concern now is that she...
I have heard that you can mix Retin A with eldoquin and use it on daily basis as a chemical peel agent. Is this recommended? Are there any side effects?
I find that the Metrogel really helps my rosacea, but need Retin-A for acne so can I use both? On different times of course.
Can I use Retin-A to clear greenish burn caused by harsh cream? I reside in Nigeria. Are there any Retin-A distributors here?
I am using three-retinol treatment and want to became pregnant soon. I have purchased a retinol product with high concentration of it (retinol,...
If upper eyelid surgery is in my future, will starting to use Retin-A in that area affect the result in any way?
Hi. I have been using Retin-A for almost one year now, with the hope it would help with my uneven skin tone and blemishes. I heard Retin-A thins the...
Hello. I am bi-racial Black and White with a yellowish complexion. Up until this past year, I've never experienced anything more than a pimple here...
I have a (very expensive) tube of Retin-A that expired about two months ago. When I use it, I don't get any peeling or redness, but I haven't been...
I have been using a high potency retinoid cream called Green Cream for 3 years now. I am in my early weeks of pregnancy and am concerned that there is...
My doctor prescribed Retin-a, vitamin C cream and sunscreen. I'm 31 and my main issue is the crepey skin on my cheeks when I smile. The doctor says is...
I am scheduled for face, neck and eyelids surgery next Wednesday, February 10. Is it advisable to do the Obagi skin care program with Retin-A before...
If I have a tan and am using Retin-A. Will it make my tan fade away quicker than normal?
For sensitive, acne-prone skin? Thank you all!
I'll be doing a 12.5% TCA soon for acne/acne scarring. Web advice is to use Retin-A 2 weeks prior and restart 1 week post-peel.
I was always told to...
I've been using Renova for 4 months now and love my skin. My questions is: after 6 months (that's when full results are visible) is there a...
