The Retin-A package insert instructs patients to allow 15-30 mins between washing face and applying the cream. Due to dryness/irritation caused by the product, I would like to use a moisturizer in addition at some point in my nightly skincare routine, so long as doing so would not minimize the anti-aging effects of the Retin-A. Is it acceptable to introduce a moisturizer into a Retin-A regimen, and, if so, in what sequence should each product be applied, subsequent to face-washing?
January 21, 2019
Answer: Retin-A and moisurizer There are many variations of Retin-A and retinol available to patients now. Retin-A can cause irritation to the skin since it leads to a large dose of retinoic acid all at once. The time released versions of retinoic acid and retinol are much improved and can provide potency without as much flaking as in the past. If using a moisturizer, consider a cream version of the product since it tends to add more moisture. If further moisturizer is necessary, add it after the Retin-A or retinol using the motto of thick to thin. Hope this is helpful. Best Dr. Anil Shah
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January 21, 2019
Answer: Retin-A and moisurizer There are many variations of Retin-A and retinol available to patients now. Retin-A can cause irritation to the skin since it leads to a large dose of retinoic acid all at once. The time released versions of retinoic acid and retinol are much improved and can provide potency without as much flaking as in the past. If using a moisturizer, consider a cream version of the product since it tends to add more moisture. If further moisturizer is necessary, add it after the Retin-A or retinol using the motto of thick to thin. Hope this is helpful. Best Dr. Anil Shah
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March 23, 2018
Answer: Replenish retinoids + Elevase Moisture Booster In our office, we use Replenish and Replenish CX as both a moisturizing retinoid and an exfoliant. The combination is well tolerated by our patients in Los Angeles. I would suggest Elevase Moisture Booster with all retinoid use. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles
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March 23, 2018
Answer: Replenish retinoids + Elevase Moisture Booster In our office, we use Replenish and Replenish CX as both a moisturizing retinoid and an exfoliant. The combination is well tolerated by our patients in Los Angeles. I would suggest Elevase Moisture Booster with all retinoid use. Raffy Karamanoukian MD FACSLos Angeles
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