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I have been using Retin A for 2 1/2 months & my acne and hyperpigmentation has gotten worse. Should I stop using the product?

March 17, 2016
Asked By:megrow in Montreal, QC

I am African American. I have been using Retin A for 2 and a half months and my acne has gotten worse. I now have painful and hard spots and the hyperpigmentation seems to be worse. Would you recommend I stop using the product?

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