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Directions for the Application of Retin-A?
asked 1 year ago by SBARBOW in Climax Springs, MO
Latest answer by Grant Stevens, MD
Question viewed 201 times
Tags: application
I am going to purchase RetinA in Cozumel. What are the most common directions given for the daily application?
3 answers to Directions for the Application of Retin-A?
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Retin-A Instructions...
If this is your first time using Retin-A (Tretinoin) it is wise to start slow! This product should be used only at night. I like to recommend my patients to start every other night for the first week or so then slowly move into every night as you tolerate it more. It is best advised if you wait at least 10 to 20 minutes after washing your face (so the skin is completely dry) before applying a thin layer all over the face.
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Directions for applying Retin A
Retin A (tretinoin), made by Ortho Dermatologics, is a very effective product for acne (particularly blackheads and whiteheads) as well as for improving minor wrinkles, hyperpigmentation and sun damage.
Retin A increases the epidermal cell turnover and increases the shedding of dead skin cells. These same beneficial actions of Retin A may also make it somewhat irritating to the skin.
There are several steps to follow to make Retin A an effective product in your...
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Retin A directions
Make sure that you are actually buying Retin A and not a product that you do not know the true ingredients for. Retin A for photoaging may be used at night. A small amount may be applied to each area of the face. However, the medicaiton can cause irritation, redness, photosensitivity. It should not be applied if pregnant. This product should be used under the supervision of a dermatologist.
