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Can You Use Retin-A in Combination with a Daytime AHA/glycolic Acid Moisturiser?
Is this overkill? I have prescribed this regime by a dermatologist, but am concerned about reaching Hayflick's limit. Should I be concerned? I...
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Retin-A and Botox Safe After Rhinoplasty?
I had Rhinoplasty at the end of August this year and would like to start using Retin-A cream on my face, and also have Botox for upper face and crows...
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Can I Use Retin-A All Over My Face?
I want to start Retin A for anti-aging. Im 39 and have fine lines and wrinkles, particularly around my eyes. Can i use the product all over my face?...
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Can the Use of Retinoids Cause Skin Cells to Reach Hayflick's Limit?
My concern is that through the continued use of retinoids and the resulting stimulation of cell renewal, skin cells would eventually reach Hayflick's...
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What are Potential Problems While Using Retin-A?
I've read that Retin-A or other forms of tretinoin cream when applied to the face can cause "skin cancer" or other undesirable results....
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Are There Serious Consequences of Long Term Retin-A Use?
I'm 37 years old with an olive complexion just started to see the effects of aging with some fine lines, uneven tone and pigmentation. A Therapist...
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Can I Use Retin-a Micro & Palovia (Fractional Laser for Home Use)?
Hello, Can I use Retin-A Micro under eyes while I am on maintenance treatment of Palovia? Thank you.
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Is It Okay to Use Proactiv and Retin a Together?
Ive always had mild acne, combination/oily skin. Proactiv has been the only product that has controlled my acne. I was using the 3 steps every morning...
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Retin A Before and After Fractional Laser Resurfacing - Will I Have Problems Since I Was Using It Because No One Told Me Not To?
I had my 1st trtmt done 7 weeks ago using the Pixel Perfect and my 2nd trtmt 2 weeks ago. I've been using Retin-A 3 nights a week for 2 years - I...
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Does Retin-a Increase Photoaging?
I'm 22, starting an anti-ageing/smoothing routine, already using sunscreen. I want to use retin-a, but I'm confused about the way it works, a...
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