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I agree that a patient does not have to have peeling in order for Tretinoin to be effective. Tretinoin comes in different strengths (0.025%, 0.05%, and 0.1%) and I'm not certain of the strength that you are currently using. I recommend that you consult with a board-certified dermatologist in your area to be evaluated. If you are applying a milder strength, the board-certified dermatologist after evaluation may suggest a stronger strength. I hope this helps.
You don't have to peel for Retin-A to be effective. It's just a common side effect of it. "Thisanswer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot beheld as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatmentwith a trained medical professional for appropriate care."
Once V Beam is done, you can use retinoid products the following day. I recommend a gentle retinoid product for daily use called RR Retinoid Repair cream by Kare Skin.
Thank you for your question. Retin-A will help build some collagen, but not reverse genetic trends or weight loss and facial fat loss. Severe sagging needs fillers and or surgery and laser resurfacing if appropriate. I hope this helps!
Little will help with ice pick scars. Treatments with eMatrix are more effective for boxed scars and rolling acne scars and less likely for ice pick scars. Nevertheless, I recommend RR Retinoid Repair cream to all of my patients.
Thank you for your question.Stop using tretinoin at least one week prior to full sun exposure and be sure your SPF is blocking UVA & UVB rays. Even with stopping the product a week prior, your skin is still sensitive to sun exposure so it is very important to use the proper protection. To...
In my experience, Retin-A can be very drying to patients. I have advised patients in the past to apply the Retin-A every other evening to every third evening when starting Retin-A and gradually try to increase the application to nightly. I also advise them to apply a very thin coat...
Bottom line: best to use sunscreen daily. Clothing does let in UV light and there are several companies that make clothing that greatly decrease this amount. Quick dry and dry sunscreens should not leave you feeling sticky. Window films are rated by light transmission, heat prevention, and UV...
