Can I use glycolic acid cleanser with tretinoin cream at the same time?

Thanks for your question.  Using the retinoids, such as retin-a, is useful for reducing fine lines and wrinkles over time, improving superficial acne, and improving the appearance of pores and scars.   But it must be used carefully and not too aggressively so you don't dry out too much...

Retinoids and Retin A can cause exfoliation, dryness, and skin sensitivity; especially when using other exfoliants such as glycolic acid or salicylic acid. If you are using retinoids around the face, you may want to use a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster to help strengthen...

Retinoids are chemical exfoliants. When used with mechanical exfoliation, the skin can be sensitized. I would use Elevase Moisture Booster to help hydrate your skin.  Best,  Dr. Karamanoukian Realself100 Surgeon

Retinoids and Retin A can cause exfoliation, dryness, and skin sensitivity; especially when using other exfoliants such as glycolic acid or salicylic acid. If you are using retinoids around the face, you may want to use a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster to help strengthen...

Retin-A is best used all over the face to reduce signs of aging and sun damage. You can then spot-treat the darker spots with a bleaching agent or light/laser therapy to help blend those areas to the rest of your skin. Hope this helps!Johnson C. Lee, MD  Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon @drjohnsonlee

Retinoids and Retin A can cause exfoliation, dryness, and skin sensitivity; especially when using other exfoliants such as glycolic acid or salicylic acid. If you are using retinoids around the face, you may want to use a ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster to help strengthen...