Can I wear retinol cream under makeup or should I just use it at night before bed?

Hi Vanessa.  If you are already using Retin A, we would suggest a prescription strength hydroquinone.  If you have already used bleaching products, we would suggest q-switched lasers.  The older and deeper the colored scar, the more resistant it will be to bleaching and this is...

If you are using retinoid creams, you may experience dryness and irritation that is commonly referred to as the ‘retinoid reaction.’ In our office, we recommend Elevase Moisture Booster to help reduce the dryness and to improve the skin’s natural moisture barrier function. Elevase contains ceram...

Hello, you can have flaking and dryness with any Retin A dose. It sounds like you are doing the right thing by starting out with a small amount every week. After you start your use, your skin will develop tolerance thus allowing you to increase the frequency of use.