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Retin-A does not make acne scarring worse. It actually, in my opinion, helps the appearance of scars and acne.
Absolutely not. Retin-a has no effect on the development of scars, and if anything, will induce the production of new collagen thus making scars better. While I would not consider Retin-A a scar cream at all, the fact that it stimulates the production of collagen and not its destruction is compelling enough to demonstrate that it will not make more pits on the cheeks. Retin-a will help acne and thus result in less pits. Good luck,
Retin-A is typically stored at room temperature and will not loose any of its potency until long after its expiration date.
Our office recommends ceramide creams and we advise patients to use Elevase Moisture Booster, with Opti-Ceramides, when using Retin A. Best, Dr. Karamanoukian Los Angeles
You may like to try to put on a moisturizer BEFORE you apply your Retin-A. This can sometimes help sensitive skin tolerate it better. Always use Retin-A at night (only). See if you can get the Retin-A in a cream. Also, make sure you are waiting 10 to 20 minutes AFTER...
