Retin-A
Retin-A Overview
Retin-A is one of the few skin care products on the market that effectively gets rid of age spots in approximately 3 months or less. Retin-A stimulates the production of collagen, which reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles giving your skin a more youthful appearance.
How Retin-A works
Retin-A works by replacing the outer, flat, dry skin cells on the face with newer healthier ones. Retin-A also stimulates the production of collagen, which helps smooth out fine lines giving your skin a more youthful appearance.
How to take Retin-A
Before you apply Retin-A, cleanse your face thoroughly, using gentle soap and water. For best results apply Retin-A at nighttime just after bathing. When your face is completely dry, dab a small amount (about ¼” diameter) of Retin-A on your cheeks, forehead, and chin. Rub gently until completely absorbed. Be careful not to get any in your eyes, ears, nostrils, or mouth. Also, avoid application on open sores, irritated skin, or the angles of your nose.
Retin-A precautions
DO NOT use Retin-A if you are currently taking drugs known as photosensitizers. Also, DO NOT apply Retin-A on skin that’s sunburned, dry, cut, chapped or irritated. While taking Retin-A you should:
- Avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays.
- Use sunscreen.
- Wear protective clothing.
- Use moisturizing cream or lotion as needed.
- Limit the use of products that increase skin irritation such as rough soaps, cleansers etc.
