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Hi! Topical tretinoin is negligible when looking at systemic absorption, so you do not need to worry about growth being stunted. I hope you love your treatment! Good luck! If at any point you're not satisfied with your treatment, be sure to see a board certified Dermatologist--there is a lot we can do to prevent scarring, blackheads and whiteheads!
Retinoids do not affect your growth. I wonder if someone said this because they are not recommended in pregnancy, and Accutane, a completely different and much stronger oral Vitamin A derivative, can cause fetal deformities if taken in pregnancy. The worst you could expect would be dry or pink skin from retinols or Retin-A.
It's quite common to experience some dryness and irritation when you first start using topical retinoid products such as Retin-A Micro. Topical retinoids have benefits not only for treating acne, but they also help with skin rejuvenation and help to prevent the signs of skin aging. However,...
Many thanks for your skin. We believe your skin regime needs to be addressed. Firstly, you need to use products to get rid of dead skin, unclog pores and kill bacteria. Active agreements such as Tretinoin, Minimum SPF 30 (preferably 50)and mineral based make-up. We would recommend...
Thank you for your question. In my experience, applying Retin-A after using benzoyl peroxide cleanser is fine, however, the combination may cause some irritation or redness. If any occurs, then consider stopping either treatment. Applying topical medications to the entire affected area is...
