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What is the Most Effective Strength for Topical Retin-a?
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 that is moisturizing for daytime...any recommendations?
Asked 30 months ago by
L in Maine in Maine, USA
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Moisturizers pair well with Retin-A
Most patients who use tretinoin (Retin-A) find that a moisturizer is necessary to combat the anticipated side effect of dry skin. A facial moisturizer with a sunscreen in it works great for the daytime to help combat the sun and work synergistically with the tretinoin to reverse sun damage and prevent fine wrinkling. Some of my favorites are Elta Daily, Neutrogena Healthy Defense, or Olay Complete Defense. Apply these every morning.
You can also use a moisturizer without sunscreen in the...
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Baton Rouge Dermatologist
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Depends on how much money you want to spend
There are a number of great moistutizers out there for daytime use. I think it would be most important to find one with a sunscreen in it. If it has a good antioxidant all to the better. My favorites would be Aveeno Ultracalming Cream which now comes in an SPF 30 or RevaleSkin Day Cream. There are many, many other good ones out there so my picking those two should not imply that I do not like others.
By the way, Tretinoin is usually applied at night since the sun breaks down the...
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Virginia Beach Dermatologist