Can tretinoin cream be prescribed to a patient for anti aging purposes, or can it only be prescribed to those with acne?

Thank you for your question. The two medications should not be mixed or applied at the same time, but applying Retin-A at night and benzoyl peroxide in the morning is fine. Exfoliating the skin to remove flaking or dry skin is acceptable, but you may experience redness and irritation. If so,...

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...

I would not suggest any "home" peels while on Retin-A without discussing exactly what you would use with your medical skin care professional who is supervising your using the Retin-A. Retin-A can cause the skin to be more sensitive and reduces the outer dead cell layer making anything you do ...