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Retin-A micro is the brand name of the medication. It uses patented microsphere technology to improve delivery of the medication to the skin cells. The actual tretinoin in these medications is the same. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon
Hello and thank you for your question. You can apply the hydroquinone and then the Retin-A without any waiting time, just monitor for side effects such as irritation or redness. Moisturizing would be a good idea to minimize some of the side effects from the medications. I recommend a...
Personally I would say not to use these on the same night. I'd rotate every other night. The other choice would be to apply Retinol to dry skin. Then wait about 15 minutes. Dampen the skin, and then apply the Discoloration Defense over that. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this ...
Thank you for your question.Differin gel (generic name is adapalene) is a retinoid, which is stronger then retinol serums. Mixing the two products may cause irritation or redness, so I highly recommend applying a test spot to the side of your jawline and monitor for any reaction prior to...
Thank you for your question.No there should not be any problems or interactions with alternating nights of using tretinoin and OTC retinol serums. Results may take longer as the frequency of tretinoin is lowered. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist regarding any ...
Thank you for your question.There is no guarantee of preventing topical medication from traveling to different areas, however, sometimes a thin layer of vaseline to the eyebrows prior to applying Retin-A to the forehead may help prevent the medication from migrating. I highly recommend you ...
Thank you for your question.A higher dose of tretinoin may provide results since the lower dose isn't working. With that being said, a higher dose of tretinoin may not be effective and changing the medication altogether may be warranted. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified...
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