I have several small and big red acne (10-14) over my face. using below medicines, 1) Clindamycin/Benzoyl peroxide cream (in morning) 2) 15% Azleaic acid, Finacea (in morning & evening) 3) Tretinoin (0.05%) (in evening) 4) Minocyline tablets (2 times a day). I've been following the above routine for the last 3 weeks but have had no improvement yet. It caused big dark red patches over the spots on my face. So, I started using fresh aloe vera and honey over my face to bring back the skin to normal. Is this ok?
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You can definitely dilute your retin-a, but it will not be of much benefit at that low concentration. Retin-a is a vitamin A derivative, and the only time we as board certified dermatologists don't recommend it is when someone is pregnant or breastfeeding, in the very unlikely event it...
Hello and thank you for your question and photo. Face to face evaluation of your skin is optimal to adequately assess the red marks that I see on your cheeks and chin. As for acne treatment, there are other topical and oral medications that can be used in conjunction with tretinoin 0.1% cream. ...
Hello and thank you for your question. It sounds like the Retin-A (generic: tretinoin) 0.05% cream is causing your skin to become sensitive and irritated. There is a lower dose of prescription tretinoin cream or adapalene gel available. I also recommend washing your face with a gentle cl...
