I am 25 years old and I always use moisturizer and cleanser every day. I want to start using Retin-A for the first time. I will begin with 0.05% once a week and after a month, 2 times a week. Will there be flaking and dryness if I start with 0.05% ?
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You should discuss this with the physician performing your injections. I typically tell my patients that they should wash their face the same day after treatment and restart any skin regimen the next morning - that would include Retin A. Some doctors recommend patient massage of the injected...
You need much more than retin A for antiaging, in my practice we do a combination of topical creams, peels, lasers and microneedling to prevent aging, treat large pores and pigmentation and improve complexion. Please see a cosmetic dermatologist with experience. Best, Dr. Emer.
The ideal other products to use with Retin-A are an alpha hydroxy cleanser to remove the dead cell build up, an acidic antioxidant like Vitamin C Serum and a zinc oxide sunblock. The first 2 help the Retin-A penetrate to the cellular layer where it can work. The zinc oxide sunblock protects your...
