I am getting ready to begin use of tretinoin for anti-aging. I am 32. I do not have active acne but I do consider myself to have sensitive skin prone to breakouts. I’ve been given a prescription for .025 tretinoin cream but I’m wondering if a “compounded” version with other ingredients such as niacinamide, hyaluronic acid, etc with the .025 tretinoin would be better to start with ? Or is the tube if “regular” tret cream just as good?
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