I started using retin-a a few months ago and read that just about everyone has dry and/or irritated skin from it. I am using 0.05 percent and have never had any dry or irritated skin. Of course it makes my skin feel tight after applying and I just apply moisturizer to take care of that. Does this mean it is not working for me and I should try a higher dosage or am I just lucky?
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Answer: Opti-Ceramide and Proper Skin Hydration with Retin A
Dark skin is much more sensitive to any skin care treatment and is not forgiving. You should use the be under the care of a dermatologist or plastic surgeon to lessen the chance of complications. You can not treat yourself.
The retin A can help the acne issue but the effect is not instantaneous. Don't give up on it. As for the other product, perhaps you can alternate using them if you are worried about any interaction.
These
products are known as Retinoids, both Retinol and Tretinoin are derivatives of
vitamin A.
Retinol/Tretinoin: Expedite cell turn over. The rapid cell turn over reduces
the number of layers of cells on the skin bringing new healthy skin to the
surface, improving tone, texture,acne, and the...