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Hydroquinone is used to treat dyschromia (abnormal pigmentation). Retin A (Tretinoin) is used for acne treatment and prevention but also helps to lighten the skin and dermal thickness. Both can be used at the same time and work synergistically for pigmentation issues.
For optimal results I recommend using both products together in the evening before you go to bed. RetinA will help Hydoquinone penetrate better and give you better results. Consult your physician prior to starting these products. Hope this helps. Dr. Grant Stevens Marina PlasticSurgery Associates Marina del Rey, CA The Institute
Tretinoin and hydroquinone are both used for fading brown pigmentation. They are often prescribed as a mixture together with a cortisone cream for maximal results. It is important to use sun protection to prevent repigmentation. You should consult a board certified dermatologist to assess your skin and ensure you are using the correct products.
Retin-A and Hydroqinone work well together to treat melasma. There is a product called Tri-Luma that has both of these agents along with a topical steroid to help decrease irritation. You don't have to worry about the optimum combination since it is a single application product (each day). Tri-Luma is currently unavailable, but it can be compounded by a pharmacist. Hope this helps!
Scared, don't be. Recommendations for the use of Retin-A before laser resurfacing have evolved through the years. Because retinoids make your skin "turn over" faster, they were initially recommended preoperatively to speed healing. Subsequent experience showed that healing was not faster....
Consider Benzyl Peroxides, and oral antibiotics. You should be seen by a Dermatologist. Acne is not treated souly by mono therapy. Make sure you wear a good sunscreen daily and reapply when you are out in sun. Good luck Dr. Grant...
It is very surprising that you had this kind of reaction after 3 years of using the same product.... I would think that something else was going on at the same time. I would seek an evaluation by a dermatologist - bring photos! - as well as going over every kind of medication (natural and Rx)...