I started using retin a originally to get rid of small stubborn acne all skin. My forehead and cheeks. Now that I started using retin a 0.1 my skin is definitely more red and breaking out a lot more. I'm on my second week as of now.
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October 25, 2018
Answer: Elevase Moisture Booster for retinoid redness
If you are using retinoid creams, you may experience dryness and irritation that is commonly referred to as the ‘retinoid reaction.’ In our office, we recommend Elevase Moisture Booster to help reduce the dryness and to improve the skin’s natural moisture barrier function. Elevase contains ceram...
Thank you for your question. The nature of retinoids is to gently exfoliate the skin to remove comedones (whiteheads and blackheads). In doing so, the medication can cause some dryness and peeling. The skin wants to maintain balance, so when the skin gets dry, it produces more oils to compensate...
My first recommendation is to make an appointment with your dermatologist for a skin evaluation. There are different courses of treatment, varying from peels, lasers, to skin care regimes, that would help rejuvenate the skin. Talking with your dermatologist would help to determine...
