Can I apply vitamin c serum after applying tretinoin microsphere gel, as a moisturizer?

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After I applied the tretinoin microsphere gel, can I apply vit. c serum as a moisturizer? And, if I apply vit. c serum first, wait 20 minutes, then, apply tretinoin microsphere gel, and then, apply a moisturizer, like argon oil? Thank you very much, doctors. Bobby Dan.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

You can apply them both at the same time and there is no reason to put on one before the other, however we have a philosophy of doing serums before creams in our office.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Hratch Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

You can use the C serum in conjunction with the triretinoin gel but it may have a drying effect on your skin. I recommend Opti-Ceramide cream instead with every application of the triretinoin and the use of the C serum three times a week. A great Opti-Ceramide cream for moisturizing and hydrating your skin is Elevase Moisture Booster. See link below.

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