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Does retin-a really work on hands?

Kenya89Apr 19, 2020
I have been using retin-a on the backs of my hands for awhile for some creepiness but haven't noticed any changes or any flaking. I'm wondering if it just takes longer or if maybe the skin is too thick.

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