Will any long-term side effects appear after I discontinue tretinoin use after 2 years?

Thank you for your question. A common side effect of tretinoin is skin irritation, redness, peeling, or dryness. Using scrubs or other acne products meant to exfoliate can cause irritation to worsen. I would stop using all products and use gentle facial cleansers and lotion. However, if the ...

Thank you for your question.Combining those topical creams have a potential of causing redness or irritation, so starting with alternating days of using them will help. Also, I suggest applying the creams to a small test spot first and after a few weeks, if there is no irritation, then you can ...

Hello and thank you for your question. Retin-A has exfoliating effects on skin, so I would caution against using additional exfoliant as your skin may experience too much irritation. I would recommend a consultation by a board certified dermatologist for evaluation of your skin and discussion of...

Thank you for your question. Retinol or retinoid topical prescriptions have a common side effect of causing dryness, irritation, or redness. Such irritation can cause hyperpigmentation. Another side effect is photosensitivity where the skin is more sensitive to the sun and can burn easily. I...

This is a great question. As a general rule of thumb, skin care products are best applied from thinnest to thickest. For incorporating Retinol and Lytera 2.0 Skin Medica products, the following aesthetic skin care prescription is recommended: Step 1: In the AM and PM, begin your routine with a...

Thank you for your question.I would stop your topical creams because the current regimen might be a little too much for your skin. I highly recommend you seek medical attention from a board certified dermatologist to address and treat the redness and irritation that has occurred.  Take care and...