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Is it okay to use a face oil (such as squalane) after using tretinoin (Retin-A)?

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Turtle11May 26, 2014
I started using prescription tretinoin (Retin-A) at night for acne and hopefully anti-aging effects. I read that it is acceptable to use a moisturizer after applying the Retin-A, but I was wondering about face oils. Would it be counter-productive for me to use a face oil such as olive-derived squalane (instead of a cream moisturizer)? Or is this okay? Thank you very much for your time and any help you can provide!

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Shea butter can be quite irritating after short or longterm use. I would suggest a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster to help strengthen your skin's natural moisture barrier function. Best, Dr. KaramanoukianLos Angeles

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After your retinol application, we would recommend to follow with SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore 2:4:2. Formulated to address age-related lipid loss, this moisturizer features the cholesterol-dominant ratio needed to replenish and reinforce the skin barrier as it ages. This lightweight, yet...

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Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

It is great that the product and strength that you are using is not causing skin irritation. I agree that retin-A works deeper in the dermis and may not necessarily cause skin irritation. I recommend the routine use of these products with an Opti-Ceramide cream and Elevase Moisture Booster is ...

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