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A query about using Retinol after Derma Roller

Shazia81May 3, 2020
Hi there, I used dermaroller for the 2nd time after a month. I used Retinol just after dermaroller and my skin is burning. What should I do now?

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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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Dr. Jason Emer, MD
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