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0.1% is stronger than 0.025%.Johnson C. Lee, MD Board-Certified Plastic SurgeonIG: @drjohnsonlee
For Retin-A, it is suggested to apply 4-5 drops to clean dry skin in the evening, avoiding the eye area. Allow product to absorb before applying other skincare products. Limit initial use to once or twice a week, gradually increasing frequency to every other night, then every night as tolerated....
Great question! Some skin types can tolerate Retin-A very well, however eyelids are can be very sensitive. Like Dr. Riehm said, the eyelid skin is very thin and Retin-A can irritate the area very easily and that does not feel good. I have never used the product that Dr. Riehm suggested, but ...
Thanks for you question and posting pictures. Based on your age, I would like to try something completely non-invasive first. The skin around and under the eye is very thin and we never suggest using a Retin A or Retinol in this area. We suggest a physician grade topical from PCA Skin call...