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You can. However, it is important to use some products that are specifically developed to reduce hyperpigmentation in the legs: Scleroquin plus and Sclerovase. Scleroquin is hydroquinone based and Sclerovase is non-hydroquinone based. Apply Scleroquin plus in the evening and Sclerovase in the morning. Retinoid creams can be used in conjunction and preferably with the evening regimen by mixing with Scleroquin plus.
Since you are sensitive, try a gentle retinoid product called Replenish, see link below for Retinoids 101.Best H Karamanoukian MD FACS
Irritation from topical retinoids is normal when you first start using the product. That being said, there are things you can do to minimize these side effects. Wait 10-15 minutes after washing before applying your tretinoin, use only a pea-sized amount, and perhaps try using the product every...
I prefer more gentle retinoid creams like Retinoid Repair RR cream and its use with Elevase Moisture Booster, an Opti-Ceramide cream for deep moisturization and hydration and Spectrase, which is a wide spectrum sun block (SPF 50+) to prevent sun damage and irritation. See link below. C...
