I got some tretinoin retin-a 0.1 gel from doctors yesterday and done a test patch last night with no adverse reaction, but would really like to know what do i use first?.., my night cream (Elemis pro marine collagen) or the Retin-A? ...How often do i use the Retin-A and finally can i still use my Witch Hazel toner as it contain alcohol? I would really appreciate some advice as i'm dying to use it :)
November 3, 2016
Answer: RetinA Use...
You may use your toner immediately after you wash your face in the evening. Then, I always recommend you wait 5-10 minutes to make sure your skin is without any moisture and completely dry, before applying your Retin-A. Apply a "pea size" to entire face, avoiding eye area. You may apply a moisturizer on top afterwards. You may want to start slow with the Retin-A, using it only 2-3 times for the first week and then slowly move into using it nightly.
Enjoy.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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November 3, 2016
Answer: RetinA Use...
You may use your toner immediately after you wash your face in the evening. Then, I always recommend you wait 5-10 minutes to make sure your skin is without any moisture and completely dry, before applying your Retin-A. Apply a "pea size" to entire face, avoiding eye area. You may apply a moisturizer on top afterwards. You may want to start slow with the Retin-A, using it only 2-3 times for the first week and then slowly move into using it nightly.
Enjoy.
Dr. Grant Stevens
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May 5, 2017
Answer: Using Retin-A To Your Best Advantage
If a patient's skin has become acclimated to their retinoid, I instruct them to begin using it every other night or every third night. Some people use a night cream over their retinoid after 5-10 minutes. I usually suggest that you use your retinoid one night and then your moisturizer the next. If you use both, however, always apply your retinoid last. Witch hazel is probably not your best choice in toners. Something without alcohol and small amounts of lactic and/or glycolic is indicated.
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May 5, 2017
Answer: Using Retin-A To Your Best Advantage
If a patient's skin has become acclimated to their retinoid, I instruct them to begin using it every other night or every third night. Some people use a night cream over their retinoid after 5-10 minutes. I usually suggest that you use your retinoid one night and then your moisturizer the next. If you use both, however, always apply your retinoid last. Witch hazel is probably not your best choice in toners. Something without alcohol and small amounts of lactic and/or glycolic is indicated.
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