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How long do I need to wait before switching to salicylic acid after using Tretinoin?

karanja carolyneJan 29, 2021
I've been using Tretinoin for a week now but I want to switch to salicylic acid. how long should I wait before I start using it?

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Dr. Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD
Dermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
Answered on Feb 1, 2021
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Amy Y. Paul, DO, FAAD

Thanks for your question. I would be concerned that Vaseline, or petroleum jelly, would be too occlusive for the entire face to use as a moisturizer. You might want to ask your aesthetician about moisturizers containing hyaluronic acid or other less-occlusive ingredients. You don't have to...

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Tretinoin should not be used on top of moisturizers, as it will not penetrate the skin as it should. Tretinoin should be used at night before going to bed. Moisturizers should be applied in the morning after washing your face. If you begin to get irritation from the tretinoin, you can try...

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Reuel Aspacio, MD, FAAD - Account Suspended

Thank you for your question. Tretinoin may help lighten linea nigra, but if there is a deeper component, then tretinoin will not be effective. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated because different conditions can mimic linea nigra and...

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