I get sebaceous filaments after applying Retin-A?

Question

I am 40 year guy, I just started with twice a week retin A(0.05%, buffered with Cetaphil moisturizer). The main problem is that I get sebaceous Filaments in chin area, which fade away after 4-5 days if I not reapply retin A. Is there any recommendations to avoid sebaceous Filaments?

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

Retinoids and Retin A can cause exfoliation, dryness, and skin sensitivity; especially when using other exfoliants such as glycolic acid or salicylic acid. If you are using retinoids around the face, you may want to use a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster to help strengthen the skin's natural moisture barrier function.
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

RETIN-A PROVIDERS NEAR YOU

I get sebaceous filaments after applying Retin-A?

Answers (1)

RETIN-A PROVIDERS NEAR YOU