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Do I need to use a toner and wait 20 minutes before I use Tretinoin?

May 19, 2020
Asked By:Cute260966 in New York, NY

Dear professionals, i am new using Retin A, so if i want to know if i am doing in the correct order at PM: 1-Cleansing oil(DHC) 2-Cleanse with gentle cleanser(Zo Skin health) 3-Tone, balancing toner(Zo Skin health) wait 20 minutes and mix Tretinoin with the Pigment control + Bleding cream 4% HQ – RX My question: do i need to wait so long and do i need to use toner?? Thank you very much

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Answer: Just ensure the toner is dry

Susan Fox, DO, RPVIInternist, Board Certified in Venous and Lymphatic Medicine
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Answer: Just ensure the toner is dry

Susan Fox, DO, RPVIInternist, Board Certified in Venous and Lymphatic Medicine
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