I'll be 45 and am looking for anti-aging with Retin-A, especially around the eye area. How long does it take for thickening to happen? I'd like to increase my collagen levels. How long does it take for that? And are there any strengths better than others? I've got a few tubes of the .05 % right now.
February 22, 2019
Answer: VItamin A Creams We typically tell patients it takes between 3-6 months to see positive change in your skin after starting a topical retinoid. This is also with consistent use of the retinoid 7 nights a week. For most patients it's best to start off with a lower strength (.02% Renova), and build up. If a patient wants to start with a .05% tretinoin we recommend first applying a benign moisturizer, and then the topical over it. Also wearing a daily SPF30+ with zinc oxide is extremely important to protect the new healthy skin that is being created. Your skin can look worse before better when acclimating, but in time this product is wonderful for improving the health and appearance of skin.
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February 22, 2019
Answer: VItamin A Creams We typically tell patients it takes between 3-6 months to see positive change in your skin after starting a topical retinoid. This is also with consistent use of the retinoid 7 nights a week. For most patients it's best to start off with a lower strength (.02% Renova), and build up. If a patient wants to start with a .05% tretinoin we recommend first applying a benign moisturizer, and then the topical over it. Also wearing a daily SPF30+ with zinc oxide is extremely important to protect the new healthy skin that is being created. Your skin can look worse before better when acclimating, but in time this product is wonderful for improving the health and appearance of skin.
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