Retin-A products are good for fighting superficial...

Is Retin-a the most effective wrinkle cream?

Do anti-wrinkle creams that promise instant smoothing and noticeable reduction in fine lines really work?


Jennifer Walden, MD
24 months ago
By Jennifer Walden, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Retin-A products are good for fighting superficial rhytides, or wrinkles, and are applied topically as prescribed by your physician. The downside is they often cause redness and superficial peeling of the skin, and often take weeks to months to show any changes.

Antioxidant products like Prevage are nice and not as aggressive on the skin as Retin-A creams.

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