What is Retin A?

Retin A is a prescription only medication that contains tretinoin.  We frequently advise Retin A in combination with Obagi to help rrevitaliz the skin including reversing environmental effects (such as sun damage) or helping with acne treatment.

Retin A is one brand name of a medication known as tretinoin, a topical medicine that has activity like vitamin A. Tretinoin (Retin-A) has many beneficial effects on the skin, and is a very safe topical medication. While side effects like skin dryness can be common, they are usually not serious and will be minimized with the correct regimen. Tretinoin is one of the cornerstones of treatment for acne, and should be a part of most patient's acne regimens. Tretinoin can also be used for... more