I have heard so much conflicting information about this subject. As a woman in my 40's, I would like a definitive answer to this question. Are retinol creams or serums a good product to use around the eye area? I am currently using a retinol serum on my face and the results have been incredible.
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Hello. We tell our patients to use Retin A "as tolerated". This means that if it making you too irritated or flaky, then you need to use it less often.
Overusing Retin A can cause too much trauma to the skin and be very uncomfortable. The skin is meant to...
If a patient's skin has become acclimated to their retinoid, I instruct them to begin using it every other night or every third night. Some people use a night cream over their retinoid after 5-10 minutes. I usually suggest that you use your retinoid one night and then your...
Retin-A is one brand name for tretinoin cream, which is used for acne, sun damage and skin rejuvenation. It is the best anti-aging cream and can be used all over the face, including near the eyes, as well as on the chest, neck and the backs of hands. It should not be used during...