Wrinkles around eyes after Retin-A?

Why does Retin-A make wrinkles around the eyes worse in the first few weeks of use? I have heard from a cosmetic surgery nurse that it is because it thins the skin. Is it not supposed to thicken it?

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A: Retin-A can dry out skin

Eric L. Weisberg, MD
By Eric L. Weisberg, MD - Frisco Dermatologist

Retin-A is one of the few topical Rx products that can help improve fine lines and wrinkles. Without getting into too much detail, it essentially normalizes and regulates the turnover of cells in the treated area. This tends to even the thickness. For those with overly "thick" skin, it may thin it a... more

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dianne
157 posts
27 Jul 2009

Hi Katseyes65,

You may also be interested in reading a related question, Can Retin-A cause wrinkles?

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