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What Strength Retin-A to Start with for Fair Skin?

i have oily fair skin & large pores. i want to be cautious using retin-a. that being said, which strength do you recommend starting with or should i start with retin-a micro. should i apply moisturizer first to dilute retin a maybe to start?

2 Doctor Answers | Asked by 7047anon in tampa
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Since you should only be able to obtain Retin-A by prescription from a physician you need to follow the advice of that physician who has the advantage of examining your skin to start you on the correct  strength and routine.  Retin-A will not decrease the size of your pores but it may help with the oily issue as it does tend to having a "drying" effect. I typically start my patients on the lowest strength and to apply it every other night for the first 2... more
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Cosult a dermatologist or a plastic surgeon for proper skin care program to achieve or treat the condition you have

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