What can I expect when using Tretinoin?

It lightens the skin, replacing older skin with newer skin. It slows the way the body removes skin cells that may be harmed by the sun.

Tretinoin is the gold standard for treating acne, effective for both youth acne and adult. Tretinoin can reduce the number of and severity of acne break outs. Can be used long term effectively.

How to best use. Apply at night so the medication can absorb fully. Use on cleansed skin. Do not apply make-up right after application. Avoid direct sunlight while using. Do not apply it around the nose, mouth or under the eyes. During the first 2-4 weeks you may notice increased drying of the skin and some irritation, this should resolve within 4 weeks. Do not use drying products such as alcohol or harsh soaps on your skin while using Tretinoin.

This has to happen when treating acne. We understand that the first few weeks can be frustrating when treating acne, hang in there it is a necessary part of the process. You will notice your acne getting worse at first, but this will calm down and reverse.

Why the purge; Tretinoin increased skin turnover and cell production. New skin cells travel from the inner layers of the epidermis up to the surface. In the long run this will give you a fresher appearance. In the short run this can lead to increased acne blemishes, increased dryness, skin peeling, redness among other things. This does not effect everyone. The purge usually resolves itself within few weeks then you have improving skin to look forward to.

You're right, Tretinoin can be a powerful tool for addressing both skin damage and wrinkles. Here's a breakdown of its benefits

Benefits for Skin Damage and Wrinkles:

Cell Turnover Boost: Tretinoin excels at accelerating skin cell turnover. This process sheds damaged outer layers and promotes fresher, healthier cells underneath. This translates to:

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  Reduced Wrinkles: As new collagen plumps the skin, fine lines and wrinkles become less noticeable.
  
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  Faded Dark Spots: Increased cell turnover helps remove sun-damaged pigmented cells, fading dark spots caused by sun exposure.