If I stop using tretinoin for at least 6 mos. & my skin regains its color, can I tan again? Female, light tan skin, Brazilian,23

October 25, 2013
Asked By:Brbaby in Silver Spring, MD

When I was on tretinoin my face got a lot lighter, but I have stopped it for months now and my skin is getting its natural color now. Once my face is fully back to color, will I tan evenly or are my beach days over? I don't plan on baking my face in the sun I just want to enjoy the beach and not stress about forgetting sunblock.

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