I'm using tretanoin for hyperpigmentation. After I apply the cream can I use a gycolic facial scrub?

The first thing that came to mind as I read your question was the possibilty of a B12 or folic acid deficiency.  In fact there are several nutrients that when low can cause the symptoms of a burning tongue.  Theoretically tretinoin/retin A could cause a burning sensation but you...

Hello and thank you for your question. Retin-A or tretinoin (generic) is used for acne treatment, and your age is above the minimum age requirement. Retin-A can help to reduce sebum production, and may in turn reduce pore size. I would recommend a consultation with a board certified...

Absolutely!  In most cases if you stick with it your skin will acclimate and the redness and peeling will subside.  However, since it does such great things for your skin, many people over use it or use too high of a dose.  They get red and peely and are tempted to chuck the stuff...

Thank you for your question and photos. Tretinoin is a topical form of Vitamin A and it  can help with skin renewal, which helps improve skin texture and fine lines/wrinkles. After one begins using it, the effects may not evident for several months. However, if after an extended...

Retin A can be very helpful for sebaceous hyperplasia.  Retin A help "calm down" and shrink the sebaceous glands but it does not eliminate them.  Therefor, once the retin A is stopped the sebaceous glands will probably return to their pre-treatment size. The most common way to get rid...

Continue to use the product. What is happening is the tretinoin is bringing the damage closer to the surface, so it is becoming more visible to the naked eye. Eventually, the pigment will fade as the skin exfoliates. Your damage was light to begin with, which means it was deeper in the...