I have sun damage on the top of thighs & forearms. Can Retin A also help these areas? (photos)

Topical creams help but the best long term options are lasers and radiofrequency treatments for textural improvements and skin tightening.  I suggest you make an appointment with an expert in lasers and skin care.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Retin A does even skin pigmentation a little bit. But there are more effective treatments for pigmented birthmarks such as BBL or profractional. I would recommend seeing a board certified Plastic Surgeon in your area who specializes in laser treatment of the skin. They will be able to offer you...

A prescription tube of .04% Retin-A Micro may be expensive, but it also works better and should last you about a year. Going to an OTC product with a 1% Retinol will be less effective AND you're going to have to buy it several times a year because the packaging is much smaller. Meaning you...