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How long should the peeling/flaking from Retin-A 0.025% last?

danielaspNov 15, 2017
How long should the peeling/flaking from Retin-A 0.025% last? I'm on my second week and I'm still peeling it's nothing major or unbearable but it makes my makeup look weird

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Answered on Nov 17, 2017
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Hi! Retin-A is best applied to a fresh clean face at night before bedtime.  If you are experiencing flaking, you can apply a plain moisturizer on top of it.  When you wash your face in the morning you may incorporate a gentle exfoliating scrub or cream into your regimen to assist...

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