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Will Retin-A be beneficial for my skin type/under eye area?

HoosierdoodlesFeb 7, 2015
I am only 34 years old. I exercise regularly, drink lots of water, avoid salt, have worn sunscreen since my teen years and I have embarssingly shadowy under eye bags. Surgery is not an option, as my husband is completely against it. I have used Retin-A for a couple years now and I am wondering if I should quit and hope the under eye might improve?

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Dr. Joshua L. Fox, MD
Dr. Joshua L. Fox, MD
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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

In our office, we advocate the use of Retinoids at least once weekly to help reduce premature aging. We often recommend that patients mix the Retinoids (Replenish and Replenish CX) with Elevase Moisture Booster with ceramides. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

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Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS

Retinoids are excellent for the face. We advise our patients to use Elevase Moisture Booster with ceramides to moisturize the skin when using retinoid creams. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles

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Harold J. Kaplan, MD

Hi Crasee.  Retin A is an excellent product to use for long term skin health.  While it is excellent for exfoliation and keeping your skin looking radiant, it also makes you more sensitive to the sun.  So, while you can still take vacations to Hawaii, you may find that the sun...

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