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Is It Okay to start Retin-A with 0.05% ?

500cDec 9, 2015
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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