Can I Apply Retin-a Gel on My Nose?

Question

i have some blackheads and white head on the 2 corner of my nose..im wondering if you can apply retin a on there?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend Retin A for the nose and for the areas of excessive pores and acne.  Retinoic acid is also good for the eyes, in order to reduce wrinkles and premature aging.

Mary P. Lupo, MD · Answer

Retin A is made for comedones (blackheads and whiteheads), but there is a tendency to apply too much and that can cause irritation. I have found you get best and fastest results if you also get extractions to debride the pores and then the Retin A will retard the formation of new lesions. Good luck.

Diane Orlinsky, MD · Answer

Yes you may apply Retin-A to improve the blackheads on your nose, but I recommend starting slowly  because it can cause skin irritation. Try using a very small amount every third night, then work up to every other night as tolerated. Also, do not use it if you are pregnant or if you will be going in the sun the next few days.

Brent Spencer, MD · Answer

For comodonal acne, my treatment of choice is topical retinoids (like Retin-A).  It only takes a small amount, and you will need to do it for several weeks until you see improvement.  As said before, dryness and irritation are the side effects; so you a mild cleanser and moisturizer.

Emily Altman, MD · Answer

If you have not used Retin A gel previously or if this is just a new area, start slowly at twice a week at night time, then work up to every night.  Gels are drying and can cause irritation. 

	Also, make sure the skin is completely dry before applying Retin A, and do not use any abrasive or irritating cleansers.

Can I Apply Retin-a Gel on My Nose?

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Answer: Yes, you can apply it on your nose

Answer: Yes, you can apply it on your nose

Answer: Retin A gel can be used on the nose

Answer: Retin A gel can be used on the nose

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Can I Apply Retin-a Gel on My Nose?

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Answer: Yes, you can apply it on your nose

Answer: Yes, you can apply it on your nose

Answer: Retin A gel can be used on the nose

Answer: Retin A gel can be used on the nose

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