My family will be going to the beach in a few weeks time. I'd like to know if I have to stop using tretinoin for a while prior to the said activity? If yes, how many days or weeks? Thank you.
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In my experience, Retin-A can be very drying to patients. I have advised patients in the past to apply the Retin-A every other evening to every third evening when starting Retin-A and gradually try to increase the application to nightly. I also advise them to apply a very thin coat...
Bottom line: best to use sunscreen daily. Clothing does let in UV light and there are several companies that make clothing that greatly decrease this amount. Quick dry and dry sunscreens should not leave you feeling sticky. Window films are rated by light transmission, heat prevention, and UV...
I recommend that you hold the Tretinoin for one week prior to your vacation and during your vacation. Tretinoin can make you very photosensitive and burn easily. You don't want to burned and sitting in your hotel room while everyone else is out having fun. I would recommend...
