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Thank you for your question. Topical Retin-A is meant to gently exfoliate the skin to removed comedonal acne. If your skin as thinned due to topical steroids, then Retin-A will least likely reverse the atrophy. In my experience, the thinning of your skin from topical steroids will reverse itself naturally but that takes time. I highly recommend you consult with a board certified dermatologist regarding your questions and concerns. Take care and good luck.
Hi fatima418523! Unfortunately, there is no guarantee to get rid of stretch marks however you may find some improvement using a topical tretinoin twice daily for several months. You may also want to explore sculptra injections to improve the appearance of stretch marks by building collagen and ...
Thank you for your question. There are always UV (skin damaging) rays present. Indoors and even on cloudy, rainy days, UV radiation is present. The UV index provides a daily forecast of the expected risk of overexposure to UV radiation. The Index predicts UV intensity levels on a scale of...
Retin-A is likely not going to the answer to your issue. Retin-A works better for improvement of fine lines, and it takes 6-12 months of regular use to notice a difference. The lines you are describing come from dynamic movement of the muscles. The best way to soften them...
Yes, if stored in room temperature, no problem. The expiration date is just a legal guide as to things. The retinoid is still active many months to even years after the expiration date. As for sunlight exposure, majority in packaging that protects against UV exposure, so all good. Dr Davin Lim,...
Thank you for your question. Tretinoin is the generic name for Retin A, so yes, it is the same. 0.1% Tretinoin/Retin A is the strongest prescribed strength. If you have already been using this strength, I recommend you continue. Ultimately, if your skin can tolerate it, you should be applying a...
Properly stored, most medications can even be used years after their expiration dates. Expiration dates on medications are pretty much an arbitrary date stamped on the medication by its manufacturer, likely to create planned obsolescence and spur the need for repeat purchases of its product....
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