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What is the Ideal Age to Start Using Retinol-containing Products?

I am 27 and smoke moderately.

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Treatment for Wrinkles Caused by 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...

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Retin A for Wrinkles Around the Mouth?

I am a 40 year old east Indian female. I was on birth control pills for about 10 years. I stopped taking them last year, and I lost quite a lot of my...

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Wrinkles Around Eyes After Retin-A?

Why does Retin-A make wrinkles around the eyes worse in the first few weeks of use? I have heard from a cosmetic surgery nurse that it is because it...

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Can Retin-A Cause Wrinkles?

Recently, I have been using Retin-A 0.05% to treat blemishes and wrinkles. The wrinkles are mostly under my eyes. So far, I don't have any problems,...

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Will Results from Retin-A for Wrinkles Be Noticeable?

My doctor prescribed Retin-a, vitamin C cream and sunscreen. I'm 31 and my main issue is the crepey skin on my cheeks when I smile. The doctor says is...

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What is the Most Effective Strength for Topical Retin-a?

 I use 0.05% tetinoin cream which I'm told is the generic version of Retin-a. It works great on wrinkles and discoloration but I need something...

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Retin-A (Trentinoin) 0.1% Around Eyes - Now I Have Wrinkles, Dark Circles, Thin Skin

I've been using Tretinoin 0.1% for 2 weeks now. First timer-used .1% around my whole face,and around eyes Everyday for 2 weeks. Face-filled with...

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Will Starting Retinol at Age 29 Prevent Lines and Wrinkles?

I don't smoke, and I'm happy with how my skin looks now. But if Retinol helps prevents the lines/wrinkles of the future, I'll use it now....

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Will Wrinkles from Retin-A Improve over Time?

I've been using Retin-A 0.1% under the eyes & right up to the eyelashes (my dermatologist didn't advise otherwise) every 4th night for 3...

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Tazorac (Retin-A) Caused Wrinkles Under my Eyes

My dermatologist prescribed Tazorac (Gold, 0.1%) for mild lines & undereye crepe'iness. I was told to use it once a week for a month, just...

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Can Retin-A (Tretinoin) 0.01 Gel Help w/ Wrinkles and Sunspots?

Ive just recently got the retin a o.o1 tretinoin gel for my acne scars but was wondering would it be possible to use this on my face as i have a few...

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How Long for Wrinkles from Retin-A to Reverse?

I've received very positive advice from the panel previously. On a dermatologists recommendation I used Retin-A 0.1% under my eyes for fine...

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What is the Least You Can Use Retin-A for It to Work?

I have red-head skin, and I've just started using Retin-A for acne and wrinkle purposes. I'm using the 0.025% gel, but it is still making my...

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Will Retin-A Also Help with Wrinkles?

Will Retin-A that was prescribed for my acne, also help with wrinkle?

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Are Retinol Serums Effective on Upper Eyelids to Improve Loose Skin and Wrinkles?

Most products with retinol in them say to avoid the eye area yet that is the area I most want to address, particularly my upper lids. Is this just a...

ATRALIN Gel: How is Different from Other Retinoids and How Should It Be Applied?

I used Retin A for years but my skin was constantly irritated. I stopped for 3 months. I now want to use ATRALIN but is it as effective as retin A for...

Using .05% Retin A (Generic Brand) As an Anti-wrinkle Cream. Is It Normal For Lines To Increase After Usage?

I am 40 years old. People always tell me that I look 10 years younger. I had no acne or wrinkles. do have oily, acne prone skin thou. Started using ...

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Hello. Could You Please Let Me Know Whether I Have Permanently Damaged my Skin

Hello. Could you please let me know whether I have permanently damaged my skin by using Retin-A cream (0.025) Literally overnight 4 days ago I woke up...

Does Retin A or Anything Topical Work for Stretch Marks?

Can Retin A be used for areas other than face, neck, and chest for wrinkles and stretch marks?

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Retin a

I've been using retin a for a year for a wrinkle that has started above my top lip. JUST since i've been using the retin a i have GAINED TWO...

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