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Thank you for your question, this would require an in person evaluation so that the correct strength is recommended for your skin in particular. I hope this was helpful. Best, Dr. Emer.
Thank you for your question.A common side effect of Retin-A is irritation, peeling, redness, etc., so in general, I recommend starting with the lowest dose. If no irritation occurs, then the dose may be increased. Retin-A should be applied at night since another side effect is photosensitivity, which means the skin can burn easily. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss treatment options that best suit you needs. Take care and good luck.
Thank you for your question. These products are great for exfoliation and helping with the cell turn over, which may help with any pigmentation left over time. Unfortunately any scars that are indented, ice pick or hill & valley will not significantly improve with these products. I...
Retin-A micro is the brand name of the medication. It uses patented microsphere technology to improve delivery of the medication to the skin cells. The actual tretinoin in these medications is the same. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Hello and thank you for your question. You can apply the hydroquinone and then the Retin-A without any waiting time, just monitor for side effects such as irritation or redness. Moisturizing would be a good idea to minimize some of the side effects from the medications. I recommend a...