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I have pores and acne scars after using Retin-A, what can help reduce the look of them?

January 5, 2018
Asked By:hsssssss in Australia, AU

Sep 17 Derm gave me Retin A 0.05 for acne oily prone skin. What can reverse what Retin A gas done to my pores be acne scars? What type of scarring do I have and what pore size do I have? What skincare is most suitable and what treatment will be most effective for my pores and scars? Please help

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