The wrinkles you are seeing are most likely just temporary effects from the dryness that Retin-A can cause when you first start using it. Retin-A is actually the most powerful wrinkle fighter available. It is a member of the retinoid family, and retinoids have been shown, scientifically, to reduce... more
Treatment for wrinkles from Retin-A?
I was told that laser treatments won't help with the wrinkles I got from Retin-A. I visited a dermatologist, and he gave me an anti-inflammatory cream that he said will help. However, it's not working after weeks of using it consistently. I'm just 21 years old, and I'm looking for realistic options to getting rid of these wrinkles that literally came overnight! What treatments should I go for?
2 answers to “Treatment for wrinkles from Retin-A?”
A: Chemical peels, various fillers, Botox and moisturizers are your options.
Retin A doesn't cause permanent wrinkles. It is a collagen promoter and mild exfoliator which can cause crinkling of the dead skin as it is getting ready to lift off the old skin. If the old dead skin doesn't come off all at once then continued use of retin A or a chem peel will get the rest off. Sometimes,... more
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16 Apr 2009
If the wrinkles are under your eyes, from the Retin A, they are probably temporary. Try this, as it's helped me. Take ONE part WHOLE MILK, to ONE part COLD WATER. mix....then dip a cottonball in it. Apply to your under eyes, holding for a few minutes, and re-doing a few times, then apply a moisturizer. Do the other eye. I hope it helps you. If you are using Retin A under your eyes, it isn't recommended (my doctor told me this). But the wrinkles aren't permanent. Let me know how you do.