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Thank you for your question. Acne treatments vary on the type of acne present, such as inflammatory lesions (red bumps) or comedones (whiteheads and blackheads). Tretinoin is a topical retinoid that gently exfoliates the skin removing comedones, and topical antibiotics, such as clindamycin, is effective in treating inflammatory lesions. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss appropriate treatment options that best suit your needs. Take care and good luck.
You can use BP in the morning and Retin-A at night if you find you are able to tolerate that. Side effects of both include dryness and irritation so I would discuss your plan with your dermatologist who may have you alternate nightly or morning usage to find what your skin responds best to...
You can use chemical sunscreens while using tretinoin at night. Chemical sunscreens can cause irritation for sensitive skin, so I would recommend patch testing a bit of your chemical sunscreen before applying it to your whole face to see if you experience any adverse effects. If you do...
Thank you for your question.Stopping tretinoin after skin is clear is not "bad for you," but stopping treatment can allow acne to return over time. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist regarding further questions or concerns about your treatment. Take care and g...
