I’ve started tretinoin 0.05% and have been on it for about a month. I’ve had this redness which forms a clear line down my face for almost two weeks. Is this par for the course or is this a sign of something bad? I’ve covered my entire face with tret so it’s not a patch I have missed that’s causing the difference and it’s the same on the other side of my cheek. Should I continue with the tret or stop before anything worse happens? I’ve been using sunscreen too so it’s not that.
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October 25, 2018
Answer: Elevase Moisture Booster for retinoid reaction and redness
Ideally you would apply the Retin-A in the evenings to bare skin. However, if your incredibly dry and flaky, it is ok to buffer it by applying a moisturizer prior. It can take the skin 12-16 weeks to fully adjust to Retin-A so we suggest starting with 3 nights a week and work up from there so...
No one can tell you if mixing Retin A with moisturizers decreases the potency of the Retin A, or not. No good studies have been published on this bit of home chemistry. If you are concerned about dryness, use a lower strength Retin A, or, use a moisturizer the next morning
Hello, Thanks for your query.It is common for people to experience redness and peeling after retinol use. if by mistake you used larger quantity it acts as chemical peel and heals by 4-7 days. During this period protect your skin from sun exposure to prevent pigmentation.