She tried to help me, but only knew of the things geared towards someone her age. I used the 0.05 for six months then bumped up to 0.1six months ago with no irritation. Shortly after using Retin-A once a week (for two weeks or so) my skin developed red scaly patches, leaving my skin really itchy, dry and sore. Also…what moisterizer do you use/recomend on top of retinoid? Angie, I also have to say I love your site and your style and take a lot of inspiration from you for not only the years ahead, but currently, too! Or does it have to be used at a different time (i.e. xo ~angie. Anette, Hi Anette~ I always put a moisturizer on top of the tretinoin to add some more anti-aging ingredients like niacinamide, ceramides, and hyaluronic acid. (In my experience, Renova worked better than Refissa, but I can’t afford it.). I actually tried some last year for Woman’s Day magazine while I was on Retin-A and they worked pretty well although some were more irritating than others. Tretinoin is probably THE most popular and evidence-supported prescription retinoid (vitamin A derivative), and works as an acne treatment, for anti-aging, and a generous handful of other skin issues. I am using SPF50 (neostrata sheer physical – you made me buy it :)) and roth glycolic moisturizer (my skin responds very well to glycolic acid and turns into a baby bottom) and murad hydro-quenching essence and some other moisturizing stuff. Other procedures may burn the skin if you don’t stop retinoid use prior to the procedure. I use the generic 0.05% tretinoin cream. I wish there were a miracle cream that would eliminate all wrinkles, but sadly, there isn’t one… yet. I am just about to begin on retin-a and wondering if it’s ok to use the BHA in the mornings. Kendra Scott Jewelry Loft Thats why i decided to google and thanks for all the info you have provided. Technically, retinol and Retin-A do the same thing. No redness or irritation. Read this post for more info. I want to emphasize that I have not been exposed to the sun during these months and I am using SPF 50. Can I use a 1% hydrocortizone cream from the drugstore? While there is no consensus on peeling ILM in all retinal detachments, eyes with RRD and coexisting PVR (posterior star folds) or macular holes will definitely benefit from ILM peeling. A small dab of Retin-A will go a long way. Dry and Peeling Skin From Retin-A. Those products contain benzyl peroxide or salicylic acid. If you haven't already stop using the Retin A. Retin A is a pretty strong treatment even in low dosages and can cause redness, peeling burning and irritation (I'm sure your dermatologist already told you this), side effects are more likely to be seen if used daily (as opposed to every other day, or a few times a week). Skin irritations and some mild peeling are to be expected in return. My doctor and pharmacist gave me an interesting way to build up to leaving it on all night: I start with 5min on clean skin then wash it off. So while Retin-A is the superpower wrinkle fighter, it can be too harsh for my sensitive skin. Hi Leahe~ I have noticed an enlarging of pores since I started using Retin-A, but I was seeing some of it on my forehead before I started using retin-a too so I’m not sure if it’s just my age/sun damage or directly caused by Retin-a. It can sting if you get it in your eye but normal instructions say to avoid the eye area. I hope it’s treatable… good luck. I wish to say, Thank You, for sharing so much with your subscribers, and trust me, I know how much time you devote to doing your videos and blog. If so, how long did it last for you? Retin-A is more important so drop out the C serum for now and add it back in slowly after your skin is acclimated to Retin-A. Retin-A Doesn't Address Root Causes. No, no sunburned effect; just peeling really. (Waiting to finish them up before I start on my Timeless products like you use) going to order the Refissa from Premier Look website and I’m going to follow your way of getting started on Retin-A to the T. My question can I still use the Glycolic Night Serum on the nights I don’t use the Retin-A.? I use the Timeless products, I use the Olay products and many other things you recommend, along with Nisha. Sephora It's … When should I expect to peel? It has been six months. R etinol, Retin-A, Retinoid … if you are looking for the most advanced anti-aging skin care, you’ve probably seen these terms on a lot of products. I just turned 59 have lived in Florida for 40 years. It’s got 20+ years of research to prove that it works, but it can also come with a host of side effects like break-outs, peeling, burning, redness, and inflammation which is why so many people stop using it or are too afraid to try it at all. (BTW your skin looks so luminous lately, you look really nice). I just started 0.025 retin-a treatment a couple days ago and I took very thorough notes from your video to calm my anxiety over potential peeling before picking up my prescription. That way you can get accustomed to the cream slowly but surely. Even if you do get nice results from applying Retin-A, they only last for as long as you keep using the drug. I really need to switch dermatologist he is more of a cut and burn Dr. in my opinion tells me nothing about skin care. My question is this: I have sensitive skin that is dry but also very prone to breakouts and so I’ve been using Paula’s Choice 2% BHA for years and feel it works great for exfoliation for those with my skin type. Great, thank you so much for your quick reply! The product reviews are super helpful and have saved me from the seemingly endless purchasing of foundations that just didn’t work for my more mature skin. I seemed to tolerate it well, added another per week in January until now, and I can’t seem to get used to it. Refissa and Renova are the least irritating, then Differin, then Retin A, and finally Tazorac is the most irritating. Hi Joanne~ You don’t need to have any irritation, redness, or peeling for Retin-A to be working, in fact you want to avoid all that. Removing some of that layer helps skin to appear younger. I rubbed that in avoiding my eyelids, under eyes, nostrils and mouth. I just bumped up to Sun/Wed and plan to add Friday in December. Now my skin is finally adjusting however it still looks bad. I decided to start using Retin-A (tretinoin) after I turned 50, when I started seeing the visible signs of aging in the mirror every morning. This happened to coincide with the start of summer so I elected to stay at every-other night for the next 3 months. Thank you for including your plan to acclimate to Retin-A without irritation! Retinoids can be applied to the face, neck, back of hands and forearms as these areas also show aging changes from chronic sun exposure. It was quite the process, but so worth it. If you encounter someone whose eyes keep flickering towards the breadcrumbs disintegrating from the retinoid-ravaged patches on your face, simply stare them down. It’s not severe, I guess. So you gradually use it on every few days until you work up to doing it every night. I did put it on my lips. However, I am back on the product now and will use it for a good six months before I give up on it. It is very bad for your adrenal glands and it supresses your immune system. Tretinoin is used to treat acne and reduce the appearance of fine lines and darks spots. Retin-A is for use only on the skin. An excellent way to get rid of atrophic acne scars and even out your skin's texture is with the topical cream called tretinoin -- more commonly known Retin-A 1. What can be side effect if I use it their When I first started I waited 20 minutes for my face to dry before applying but now that I’ve been using tretinoin for 5 years my skin is fully acclimated and I don’t have to wait any more. Honestly it’s hardly believable you’re 50, I thought you were in 30s. If you feel you are no longer getting maximum benefit, consider a stronger percentage. Click here to see my 2-Year Results with before & after pictures. I began using it two times a week, then three times after a few months, and then every other night. So keep doing it the way Dr. Dray recommends. Using more medicine or applying it more often than prescribed will not make it work any faster, and may increase side effects. Tretinoin, a.k.a. Retinol 4. The spots are also on the right side of my face. Is this the same cream that you bought ? It can cause irritation, redness, and skin peeling among other things, but is very effective at treating acne. You can start with the least irritating retinoid and move up to the more irritating product. help, HI Cyndi~ Retin-A is really great for the skin but it can’t cure deep wrinkles, especially those caused by repeated motions. Well, I haven’t had anymore redness that I usually have. Tretinoin (Altreno, Atralin, Avita, Retin-A) is used to treat acne. I live in a hot climate and went to the beach yesterday – I applied 50+ sunscreen every hour, and had a hat on so I wouldn’t get any sun damage, but I’m afraid I still did! Question 4: How Do I Avoid Irritation and Peeling? Required fields are marked *, Nordstrom I like Aquaphor, or Cetaphil cream. xo ~angie. And if you have an episode of dryness and peeling later in treatment, you can always dilute them again for a few days. The problem with Retin-A is that it may actually make skin look worse — with redness, flakiness and peeling — for up to eight weeks. Voilà, no more reason to feel like you should be using Retin-A. Retinol vs. Retin-A. Your email address will not be published. Use this medication for as many days as it has been prescribed for you even if you think it is not working. Gels are more drying and irritating than creams. Tried it every other nite but caused burning sensation so I went back to twice a week. Some people have more tolerant skin and will never have irritation while others will have it after the first use. It’s confusing because it’s partly true and partly false. Never had redness, peeling, irration but got deep wrinkles around my mouth. I was able to acclimate my skin to using 0.05% Tretinoin cream by starting out slowly and taking over a year to work up to using it every night. RETIN-A NOT WORKING? What do you suggest? So my question is, should I switch to a retionol product as this comes only in 0.1 option. Some may call retinol an over-the-counter version of Retin-A, but they aren't interchangeable. If you use it regularly without starting and stopping, after about 2 months your skin will stop peeling. Do you know why there is such a big price difference? You have made me think more NOW to take care of my skin. Dermstore, Style, Beauty, and Health for Women in their Hot-Flash Years, side effects like break-outs, peeling, burning, redness, and inflammation, know your skin type and discuss the options, avoiding my eyelids, under eyes, nostrils and mouth. Despite dermatologists describing retinol as a skin-care star, it can come with an unpleasant side effect: retinol burn. Mine said “Retin-A” on the box. Are they basically the same? Hi Angie, Retinaldehyde 3. xo ~angie. I came in a box labeled Epitrel, acido retinoico. Weeks 3 & 4 – Apply every other day. Hi angie , I’m going on a beach holiday in Oct so I’m thinking I should stop using my Retin A two weeks before I go then resume when I get back . I look forward to seeing more content from you, and appreciate you so. After washing my face at night I use a green tea caffeine serum, then red light therapy for 15 min then the retin a followed by some moisturizer, and this combo seems to be doing the trick. It made my medium to light crows feet disappear! It’s best to shop around at different pharmacies for the best price, and keep in mind the name brands cost more than generic. Red patches of skin that make me look worse. You just need to get past the 6-8 week hump! Retin-A is the brand name and has an active ingredient – tretinoin. Ah just saw this so I think it answers the question I posted which is could I use the Timeless hyaluronic-acid-vitamin-c-serum (for oily skin) with Differin. 18 Months: After another 6 months I decided to try putting it under my eyes and between my upper lip and nose. The most common are: 1. Sincerely – Denise Burnside, Hi Denise! While I started off slow using it once a week, I used a tad bit more than the recommended pea size amount and I put it too close to the outer corners of my eyes (crows feet) and directly on the boney area around the eyes rather than on the suggested four areas. I am using it 2 times a week now, I have some irritations and my skin is getting drier and drier and drier like a desert, I mean seriously. Almost of all them must be converted into retinoid acid to work. I’m also looking for a way to start retin a without irritation! A again and not use by eyes and lips? Retin-A 0.05% is a good starting point for most people, but if you have sensitive skin or are extra worried about peeling and sensitivity, you may want to ask your doctor to put you on a milder Vitamin-A derivative allowing you to gradually work up to the extra-strength stuff. I have been wearing SPF religiously since starting the retinol. Speaking with a friend of mine who is an esthetician said this is a good sign and that it is “working” to clear out my pores, but I had little to no pores before and, unfortunately, sounding superficial, really don’t like the look of it. Based on your results with the 1% retinol, I’m not sure if you should try the prescription strength, but that would depend on how you used the retinol. So, think of your skin like an onion. The price was $33 with $9 for shipping for a total of $42. I love the reviews you’ve done. I will, in time. I’ve finally got it under control by using Neutrogena Pore Refining Moisturizer (with salicylic acid) every morning! It’s only harmful if you don’t provide adequate sun protection! It’s important to know your skin type and discuss the options with your doctor to help select the right formula for you. stopped waiting the 15-20 minutes after washing. Not this time. Originally developed for acne, they were found to also increase collagen and elastic fiber production, diminish wrinkling, improve brown discoloration, and reduce both roughness and pore size. That is why the instructions we give with the prescription goes over this. This is where I have wrinkles! Lastly, you should be wearing sunscreen every day of the year no matter what. When do I go up to the strongest retena A? I’ve really been concentrating on anti-aging skincare lately. Hi~ Thanks for your question. If starting with Differin for the first time, would you recommend using the same tips you suggest in this post? Angie, or anyone out there, what can be used to help with this irritation? Let me start by saying, I’m not a doctor nor am I in the medical field–just someone who also started off with trentinoin wrong. If you come to see me as a patient, I will likely recommend that you start one of them as part of your anti-aging skin care program. Private doctors recommend retinol products and public hospital doctors don’t care. Also, I’ve been on tretinoin for 5 months now and I’ve only seen a small difference. Hi Tracy~ There are sound arguments for and against waiting and not waiting… I usually just want to go to bed and I like to lock in the moisture from washing my face rather than letting all that good moisture evaporate… so I don’t wait at all after applying my Retin-A to apply my serums and moisturizers! I have had a few pimples crop up, but I think that’s mostly the adapalene working. Do you think it dilutes tretinoid that way? Go forth and acid tone, my friend! Apply moisturizer over retinoids to reduce dryness. Although they work in similar ways, retinol is not the same as Retin-A. I honestly don’t agree with them, maybe it’s just not time for high concentrations yet? Do not use Retin-A on sunburned, windburned, dry, chapped, irritated, or broken skin. All are working well for my 45 year old skin. Wait until these conditions have healed before using Retin-A. I am 70 years old. First I posted my 2-Year Retin-A Results, then my Morning Skincare Routine, followed by my Evening Skincare Routine, and I’m finishing it up with this post on how to use Retin-A Without Irritation in which I’ll answer your most frequently asked Retin-A related questions! But I dial back the applications to every third day and see what happens. I don’t know, what is your opinion, is it really too early for me to start retinol? Then I applied a small pea sized amount of tretinoin cream to my face by dotting it on each cheek, forehead and chin. Have a great trip! Definitely stick with it, I didn’t see results until I went to every night at about 9 months in. Also avoid using this medication in wounds or on areas of eczema. So thanks so much for being here with me on this journey. Mild stinging, redness, peeling and flaking may occur during the first several months and on occasion. It took almost five months for my skin to return to normal with lots of TLC. Give it a try. Thanks!! Hi Sharon~ If you stop using Retin-A for 3 weeks you won’t have to go all the way back to the beginning but you might have to take a few weeks to work back up to where you were before you stopped. You can still get the prescription by paying out of pocket. I recently discovered your site and am so glad I did! Or is it the Botox injections on the forehead? My derm allowed me to increase to .1% in February. Initially, most people will experience irritation, redness, dryness, and peeling. Tretinoin (retinoic acid – prescription only) Basically,if there’s a “retin” in there, it’s a form of vitamin A. Thank you for your time. Related:13 of the Best Exfoliating Pads. xo ~angie. It helps control my oil production, which was especially bad in warm weather. If you decide to go the Rx route, I’d start with Renova since it’s 0.02% and in an emollient base. I have had absolutely no side effects. Ulta Ive been using a daytime serum with 0.01% retinol and a nighttime serum with 0.1% retinol for about 6 months. Month 7: Still waiting the 15-20 minutes after washing my face and avoiding eyes, nose, mouth, I started applying it every night… it was a success! Retin-A peeling may have an effect that is similar to exfoliation, but sloughing away flakiness is still advised. It can cause severe problems. Yes, I'm applying the retin a on dry skin and letting it soak in for half an hour or so, then applying SA every lipid serum. You must wear sunscreen even if you work inside all day. Check out itsan . Is retin-a still working? What I don’t want, is to replace the wrinkles with irritated, red and peeling skin. I started using Retin-A from ADC nearly 1 month ago. I was looking for someone my age, I am 53, who could steer me in the right direction. Your feedback is greatly appreciated! Either way, I think my skin looks better overall on retin-a than it did before. I also read somewhere that you can use depilatory cream by stopping retin-A for 2 days before and 1 day after depilatory cream. Thanks for the warning on hydrocortisone. It was as if God lead me to your channel. Were you having zero peeling and burning at the end of week 4? I wouldn’t start both Retin-A & Vitamin C at the same time. Some of the common and really good ingredients in other skin care products are not compatible with tretinoin. I’ve had absolutely no irritation or drying and no flaking skin. Here’s how I did it: Month 1: One night a week before bed I washed my face and waited 15-20 minutes for my skin to thoroughly dry (damp skin absorbs deeper, dry skin minimizes irritation). Thanks so much for any response. Tretinoin thins the outer layer of the skin (the stratum corneum) which is made of dead skin cells that protect the deeper layers of the skin from the sun so it’s important to use extra sun-protection while on it. Hi, There’s really no way to anticipate what will cause breakouts but if the Cicaplast Baume has helped with the peeling I’d keep using it. Only time will tell the fully story. It can make your skin dependent on steroids. Retinyl Palmitate 5. You provide so much great information, which is a tremendous starting point for my own research. I keep reading that they are basically the same in terms of chemical composition so don’t understand how Renova can charge 3-4 times what Refissa charges. Curious about the substantial price difference between Renova and Refissa. Just introduced to your site and love your posts! 0.025% and have not begun peeling at all yet. Don’t put any toner or active skin care products (glycolic acid, salicylic acid etc.) Good luck!! That will come in time, but best not to rush things. Hello, I saw you on YouTube and found your blog. It can cause red burning rebound flares. This is exactly what I was hoping to have clarified. Just keep close tabs on how your skin’s feeling and at the first sign of burning or irritation, cut back. Any doctor or skin care specialist performing a procedure such as a chemical peel, microdermabrasion, laser or light treatments, etc., needs to know if you are on tretinoin. The conversion looks like this. Thank you for sharing your retin-a schedule. i am using tretition0.05% for every other night i am just 7weeks long what should i do?please help me please give me some suggestion. Ann, Hi Ann~ I believe the research into Retin-A shows that it does reduce brown spots, but it doesn’t completely remove them and it takes a long long time to work so lasering is definitely a much more efficient solution! Did retin a lift the corners of your mouth? Myth: It must be used daily to see results. Retinol should be applied 2-3 nights per week to start. I ask because I feel like my skin already looks brighter but maybe it’s all in my head so I was just wondering. Oh, btw, happy new year! I believe I have told you this before, you were the first YouTube channel I subscribed to, after watching your anti-aging and make tutorials. Should I start Ret. I’ve been successfully using generic tretinoin cream for 2 years with very few side effects, so I have lots of tips and tricks to help overcome the main obstacles to using retin-a! Retin-A (tretinoin) is one of the most effective anti-aging topicals you can use, but it’s also one of the most misunderstood. Have you heard of this? I’m using it to treat slight festoons I have on my upper cheek – I’m really hoping long term use will help – not sure if it will but there is nothing else I can do for this apart from surgery. I’m 51 and really wanting to take better care of my skin. In order to get rid of my dark spots on the cheeks i’ve been using Retin-A 0.05%, for about three months. Did you experience the acne purge at all? hey, Retin-A 0.05% is a good starting point for most people, but if you have sensitive skin or are extra worried about peeling and sensitivity, you may want to ask your doctor to put you on a milder Vitamin-A derivative allowing you to gradually work up to the extra-strength stuff. Personally, I have very sensitive skin and it took me 7 months to work up to using it every night. The infomercial technique of applying mineral powder in a circular scrubbing motion with a special brush is the most common cause retinoid intolerance in my clinic. If that concerns you, you could wait a bit in between. In general, the best approach is to work with your doctor to find a cream that provides optimal results for you. So thank you. With continued use, it promises to tighten skin, increase collagen production, reverse the signs of aging, treat acne and hyperpigmentation.Heck, you name it and it probably … Cody here with Montarbo Skincare. A very soft, washcloth damped with water and a dab of your gentle facial wash can help remove flaking skin. Those who are pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant should not use Retin-A. Other people as well. Receive news, updates and special notes from Dr. Elaine, Mon - Thurs, 8am - 5pmFriday, 8am - 12pmSaturday, ClosedSunday, Closed, How To Use Retin A Without Your Face Peeling Off. Since Retin-A can be a tricky medicine, you need to be aware of the following warnings: Tretinoin-treated skin is very exfoliated and should not be waxed for hair removal. I wanted to buy some retinoid based cream in pharmacy and start on retinol, but pharmacists keep dissuading me, telling me I’ll have nothing to use when I’m older. Does this improve? Thanks for all the in-depth info on your channel and blog! NeoStrata ProSystem Retinol Peel needs to stay on the skin for 8 hours (4 if your skin is sensitive). I think Angie forgot to reply to us, but in the meantime I’ve heard from other beauty bloggers – there’s really no reason not to use it. It was the spring of 2016, when I decided to get my life back. Hello, I know I write a little late but this post was the most relevant. I can see why with all the products on the market this skin care is so confusing. I started using Retin-A as a teenager to clear up my acne. Tretinoin, the active ingredient in Retin-A, breaks down in sunlight. It's tempting to use extra medication in the hopes of a quick result, but using Retin-A more often than prescribed is a surefire way to get red, irritated, peeling skin. Using retinol can cause your skin to peel or leave it feeling irritated and red. I am not sure if it’s a good thing to not see some type of redness, peeling, etc. I hope this will answer the questions you may have or calm your fears about using Retin-A, and that you’ll be able to use it successfully and without irritation. Mm, I’ve been using retin a on and off for almost 20 yrs but always had to stop due to irritation, especially now that I’m older and my skin isn’t as tough as it once was. Use it on a consistent schedule—every day, every other day, every third day, not on and off. The prices run anywhere from $50-$200 for a 45 gram tube. Cody here with Montarbo Skincare. Of course, I know you are already wearing your sunscreen every day, because you know that it is an essential part of an anti-aging skin care program. (I do know you said you saw most results when you were using it more often and at a higher concentration.) I do wish to continue and somehow heal my skin from the irritation that I caused from overusing retin a in the beginning. Tretinoin is a prescription cream or gel that’s been proven to reduce fine lines, improve firmness, and build collagen. He finished it last evening, but I have yet to write anything. No improvement whatsoever. I have been using retinol products (like you, I was told to get the stuff from an esthetician, not a prescription) but then did get prescribed tretinoin cream. Most of the clinical tests were done with generic tretinoin at 0.05% in a vehicle cream so that’s a good basic place to start. For instance, many studies have shown that Vitamin A (Tretinoin, Retin A) cream can diminish the signs of sun damaged skin. I’ve seen conflicting information. But that being said, I don’t have a wide palette of products available like in the US (I’m in Europe but not EU), so they import strong products for mature skin only. My pain concern is my frown line in between my eyebrows. Do not take by mouth. Often, daily use is the goal, but you’ll still reap the … That is the wrong way to do it. I’d really appreciate an answer as I have noone else to get answers, I live in Turkey and the health system is messed up. Also – I’m curious – did you start seeing any results at all like right away? 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