Retin-A (Trentinoin) 0.1% Around Eyes - Now I Have Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Thin Skin

asked 1 year ago by Seattle5545 in Seattle, Washington
Latest answer by Emily Altman, MD
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Tags: eyes, wrinkles, dark circles, thin skin

I've been using Tretinoin 0.1% for 2 weeks now. First timer-used .1% around my whole face,and around eyes Everyday for 2 weeks. Face-filled with acne,Eye-red,irritated,wrinkly and later diagnosed with conjunctivits.No one informed me of correct usage or dosage-So after some research,I NOW know my dosage was too strong, I used it Everyday which is why it got irritated.BUT My question is 1.when will these dry wrinkles,thin skin,acne go away? 2.Is this permanent? 3.Are Tretinoin Effects reversible?

2 answers to Retin-A (Trentinoin) 0.1% Around Eyes - Now I Have Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Thin Skin

Retin A around the eyes

What you are describing is an irritation around the eyes due to Retin A. Skin around the eyes is the thinnest and most delicate skin on the body. It gets irritated easily. In general I recommend that patients start slowly with a low dose of Retin A, like 0.025% cream and build up. The wrinkling, irritation, and skin sensitivity will resolve. Stop the Retin A for about a week, use an oil-free, gentle moisuturizer daily in the dry areas, and when the skin... more

Emily Altman, MD
Short Hills Dermatologic Surgeon

Retin-A for use on face

Generally you should implement the Retin-A on a more gradual intermittent basis followed by increase in strength. I would decrease the frequency and implement use of a moisturizer and high SPF sunscreen/block during the day. Allow your skin to build up a tolerance. There are other formulations of Retin A such as the Micro or Renova versions that are better tolerated.

Otto Joseph Placik, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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Retin-A (Trentinoin) 0.1% Around Eyes - Now I Have Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Thin Skin

Retin A around the eyes

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