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Moisturizer with Retin-A - Apply Which First?

The Retin-A package insert instructs patients to allow 15-30 mins between washing face and applying the cream. Due to dryness/irritation caused by the...

What Do I Use First Retin-A or Night Cream?

I got some tretinoin retin-a 0.1 gel from doctors yesterday and done a test patch last night with no adverse reaction, but would really like to know...

Can I Apply Moisturizer After Applying Retin-A-Micro .04% ?

I've read conflicting reports that it can deactivate the medicine. Is it ok to moisturize with Micro after application ?

What is the Best Moisturizer to Use Daily when Using Retin-a (photo)

When using retin-a a what is the best moisterizer to use at night with it and the best one during the day. I'm 73 yrs old

Clinique Dramatically Different Moisturizing Gel Use with Retin a Gel .25?

Hi, im currently using retin a every other days and with clinique dramatically different moisturizing gel..the moisturizer is gel form which make my...

Can I Use a Moisturizer During the Day with Retinol While on Retin A?

I am 38, have acne scars and large pores, I have been using Retin A for 45 days. I use a moisturizer with spf 30 daily but want to know if using a...

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...

Can You Use Retino-A 0.05 in Combination with a Daytime SPF Retinol SA Moisturiser?

I'm using Retino A in the night twice a week, and use daytime SPF moisturiser with Retinol SA during the day. Is it right using two Retinoid...

Is It Normal for Tretinoin Gel to Shed of when I Apply Moisturizer?

After washing my face at night, I wait 20 minutes before applying my Tretinoin Gel, then I wait another 30 minutes to apply a moisturizer. Some of the...

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