Is this overkill? I have prescribed this regime by a dermatologist, but am concerned about reaching Hayflick's limit. Should I be concerned? I have been using Retin A every night for about a year.
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January 13, 2018
Answer: Retin-A in combination with other products
There is no medical relationship between topical tretinion and capillary telangiectasis. The topicals can thin the skin and help you observe the capillaries that were there. Laser therapy can alleviate in a few sessions.
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Retin A will Not fade the tan. Retin A makes your skin sensitive to UV light,therefore the sun. Use sunscreens always to protect your skin. You still will get a tan but slower and healthier for your skin
Isopropyl myristate is an ingredient found in a number of cosmetic formulations. It serves as a thickening agent and an emollient.
Back in 1986 there was a study published in the Archives of Dermatology which demonstrated that isopropyl myristate had the...