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Tretinoin is unlikely to be helpful in this situation and does come with the risk of causing irritation. I recommend a benzoyl peroxide wash and a topical antibiotic like clindamycin +/- oral antibiotics to the initial bumps down followed by laser hair removal to prevent them in the future.
Thank you for your question,When treating inflamed skin it is best to avoid touching or shaving the area. Choosing products that are soothing are best.
Thank you for your question.Tretinoin is a retinoid topical medication that is used to treat comedonal acne. Razor burn or ingrown hairs are better treated with topical antibiotics and benzoyl peroxide washes. Common side effects of tretinoin is redness, irritation, peeling, dryness, etc. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist to have your skin evaluated and to discuss appropriate treatment options. Take care and good luck.
Hi,Although it would be better to assess you face to face the following would be a general starting point for your concerns. My personal preference is ZO skin health, please do see a health care professional for an assessment and monitoring:Exfoliating cleanser Exfoliating polish scrubOil c...
Thank you for your question and photographs.Retin-A gel is effective in treating comedonal acne (whiteheads and blackheads) by slowly exfoliating the skin with every use. However, common side effects include dryness, redness, peeling, irritation, etc., so in my experience, starting Retin-A every...
Yes, Tretinoin is one of my favorite products! It is safe to use as long as you do not have any allergies to the product's ingredients. Many patients of all ages use Tretinoin to treat acne, wrinkles, and pigmentation. Rapid cell turnover and collagen stimulation caused by...
Hi Alaiatm, There are different reasons to develop under eye circles. One reason can be volume loss in the face, which causes deep tear troughs that be improved by dermal filler. Second reason can...
Thanks for your question. First of all, you should get some benefit and decrease in the oiliness even with the lowest strength of tretinoin, which is what you have, so I would encourage you to try it. Some people with really oily skin do not need to use moisturizer on top of retin-a...
Thanks for your question and photos. The tretinoin will help keep the skin refreshed and may help continue to improve your scars, but as far as any actual hyperpigmentation, hydroquinone is something to ask your dermatologist about. Some products combine both tretinoin and...