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

When on Retin A, we advise patients to use Elevase Moisture Booster at least once daily to moisturize the skin. Elevase contains powerful Opti-Ceramides. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

In our office, we routinely prescribe retinoids to our patients as we believe that it is one of the best products out there to keep the skin healthy and radiant. We recommend that patients mix the retinoid with Elevase Moisture Booster. It contains Opti-Ceramides to deeply hydrate the skin of all skin types. 

As topical retinoids can initially cause dryness and scaling of the skin, many patients can incorporate a moisturizer into their skin care regimen to minimize these effects.  The efficacy of the retinoid should not be diminished and it allows the patient to continue using the retinoid as the skin usually develops tolerance to the irritation.