How do I treat a large looking burn on both of my cheeks from Retin-A cream? (photo)

Unfortunately, chemical peels and retinoids can cause exaggerated skin responses including redness, flaking, and irritation. Thankfully it seems that you have started the healing process by using gentle skin care products. 1) You can try Cortisone ointment (not cream) applied to the...

If you are using retinoid creams, you may experience dryness and irritation that is commonly referred to as the ‘retinoid reaction.’ In our office, we recommend Elevase Moisture Booster to help reduce the dryness and to improve the skin’s natural moisture barrier function. Elevase contains ceram...

Dryness and irritation are extremely common side effects when you first start a topical retinoid, such as Retin-A. However, dryness and irritation are uncommon with Aczone gel. For best results, I would recommend applying Aczone 7.5% gel once a day. You can apply it every morning, and continue...