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I am 58 years old and considering using Retin-A. Will it help improve the texture and wrinkling of my skin?

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R. ElizabethFeb 26, 2014

I recently had gastric by-pass surgery and the wrinkles will become a new problem as I lose the weight. Also, the skin of my face is especially dry, mainly in patches on my cheeks. Is Retin-A a good choice for both problems?

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