TRETINOIN - The GOAT of Skincare Ingredients?
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0:00 Intro
1:27 What Makes Tretinoin Good?
4:45 How To Use Tretinoin?
5:43 How To Get Tretinoin?
Celebrating 2 GOATS…Doctorly and Tretinoin🥳
Is tretinoin the same as retinol?
@@madmade6877 Yes! 🙌🏼
@@madmade6877but stronger
I’m 82 look 62 and I used Tretinoin or Retin A for thirty years
@@barbarakempf761 you look amazing! ✨
I’m 51. I’ve used Retin-A since I was 22, 29 YEARS! At first, it was for intractable acne. I haven’t had acne for 21 years, but I still use it every night. People think I’m 38-41. My skin is plump, soft, & wrinkle-free.
What's the concentration of tretinoin you use?
Hi what strength do use pls
Do you have any crows feet or anything? Even When when smiling? Do you apply around eyes?
Same!! 32. Have used since 19. Mistaken for 26-27 often. It is the best ingredient on earth!
@@trevorpygeorge4632 What strength did you start with & brand?
I absolutely think Tret is the GOAT. I’ve used it for 30 years. I’ve earned my opinion.
How many days in a week you use it?
Me too! But off and on for 10 years, and consistently for the past year or so. (4x a week at night)
Oh and I just turned 49. (May 16th)
Omg I'm new to tret and can't wait for the full blown effect
Btw did u see effects on fine lines around mouth if u had any??
Please share which one you use (if there’s one specifically that’s better) how much is it and is it covered by insurance?!?
@@patrinaadger111 Probably depends on your particular insurance, but mine is *not* covered. It's $pendy - around $65 for a 1.5 oz. tube, but it lasts a long time because you need very little. If you're not currently using it, my advice is to start with the lowest strength and to start *slowly.* I wouldn't go much more often that once every four days for a month and then bump up to once every three days, and so on. Give yourself time. I wish my derm had started me out this way, but she started me on the medium strength every night. It was horrible, and I had to stop using it for several months. I watched a lot of videos and reintroduced it slowly and that has made a huge difference.
I’m 40. Used Tretinoin since I’ve been 24 yo. Spf as well!!! I have zero wrinkles,texture,zero procedures, never had tox or injectables. I love tretinoin. Now I layer with HQ!
You look amazing
HQ? What it is?
hydroquinone @@lozzka847
HQ ?
@@lozzka847 I think it is Hydroquinone cream to treat a dark spot 🤷🏽♀️
You two are such a the "Dynamic Derm Duo"! ! I love all your videos and information and you guys have such great chemistry together as friends.
The Big triple D
Boyfriends.
Dynamic-durmo
@@teams3345 HOT
Yes! Love that you showed abbey yung, she’s amazing!
i’m an avid abbey watcher as well as doctorly and i have to say she is very transparent with her routine and her journey. she uses a combination of tretinoin and spironolactone which has helped with her acne. she says treat does the heavy lifting but she also discusses other treatments that she’s found helpful including salicylic acid, hypochlorus acid spray, copper peptides, red light therapy, serums, and she really goes into depth and is very transparent about what she puts on her face. but she chalks up most of her success with her skin to tretinoin doing the heavy lifting. she also has quite a few videos on how to start tretinoin and avoid irritation. i love abbey!!!
Love u guys .built my skin routine on your advice and still glowin.
Keep preachin ❤❤❤❤
Definitely the GOAT!!
Requesting video on #1. Basics for men’s skin care for the stubborn man 😂 #2. Scalp care for buzzed hair.
Could you talk more about the minoxidil and tret combo for hair loss? Thanks y’all rock!! ❤
I’ve used tret for 17 years now. I’m 38 and just had the store manager called on me when I tried to purchase a bottle of wine bc they refused to believe my ID was legitimate. I love it.
Which tret are you using and what percentage you started with?
Ok
@@faizasaif7849 normally you are dermatologist will always start you off with the lowest percentage, which is 0.25. The highest one is 0.1%.
I’m 26 but I easily pass for a teenager. I started using it when I was 19 for acne.
Which percentage of tret are you currently using?
Retin A never removed any wrinkles or age spots, it just prevented any from forming in the first place. I started using Retin A for acne in my thirties, I read it could help prevent wrinkles. I am almost 55, and my skin hasn't changed since my thirties. I also gave added to my routine hyaluronic acid, Vitamin C and A creams, peptides, ceramides, Dr. Pen, Jessner's peels and TCA peels.
I tried it about 10 years ago for the first time with no guidance. I wanted to rip my face off due to it being itchy and I stopped. Your advice here is key. I started back up again and now at 1% everyday! It is the GOAT!
To all those who say they had eye irritation, please know that all topical medicines will migrate a few millimeters depending on how much was applied. Use a barrier cream as well, perhaps Vaseline. That should help.
Good advise. That’s what I do, it works.
Thanks!
Tried everything and none of that worked for me. Derm told me to stop using due to terrible dry eye.
Am using tret and few days back i had hives and urticaria all through out my body ,but now am okay is it bcz of tret @charley408
I get that, but what if we want to prevent wrinkles and fine lines on the eyelids, crow's feet, and under the eyes? I'm 24 and want to prevent my whole face from anti-aging
When it comes to skincare I trust these two with my life!!!
Just got prescribed this by my Doc (regular doc not dermatologist) thank you for the Advice cant wait to start incorporating it into my routine- which i am now rebuilding thanks to you guys. Honorable men !
I’ve used Tret for 3 years and have had great success. I’m 68 but I look like I’m in my late fifties. I’m only at 0.05% can’t wait to get to 0.1%.
Started getting serious with tretinoin since September last year and I regret not starting earlier. Could have saved a lot of money. I still have acne now but my skin is definitely better overall.
Hi! Are you from the Philippines? May I ask what tretinoin do you use?
@@jessaXDDuring the first three months, I used the Acnecare 0.025% tretinoin. I'm using the Acretin 0.05% tretinoin now, but I'm planning to bump up strength na.
Same. I learned about tret last yr. Should’ve started earlier.
True. I used to spend big bucks on skincare only to see zero improvements. Recently I cleared out my vanity all I could see was.... I was deceived by capitalism big time. 😅. Less is more. My skin is not anywhere near perfect but better thn when I had used all those junks. 😅
@@virtualworldofcraps2237stop using soap on your face . Since I stopped my skin has been so clear. All I do is wash my face with warm water and a washcloth at night and apply a moisturizer . (Noncomedogenic) I’ve been acne free for years. It won’t seem like much is happening at first but stick with it for a few weeks and see if it helps. Also , I apply it to damp skin and if it feels like too much I pat my face with a dry cloth. Hope this helps
I've been using tretinoin for over 8 years and oh man! I stopped for a few years after to give my skin a break and it's working again because it did stopped but now I'm using it again and loving!
That’s why I always check y’all’s TH-cam before trying something. Thank you!!
Lovey Abbey and love that she’s being mentioned!
I have been using retinA for close to thirty years now. I know I didn’t do it the right way. I just got the highest dose and went at it every night. My skin did pealed a lot. But to me that was my reward. That was what I wanted to see. My husband is a cardiologist and I just asked him to get it from hospital pharmacy. My skin does look like Aby. I can’t se my pores. NO dark spots. And I get compliments every place I go. Love retinA!!!
Good thinking! Lol when my husband worked in the NHS I wish I had asked him to get me some too. Why didn't I think of this 🤔
Did you have any side effects using retinA? It has warning at the back that may cause birth deflect.
No side effects at all other than the expected peeling which I like to see. I had my two kids when started using it. If you are planing pregnancy then i suggest stoping using it.
Dr Shah, I saw you in a cerave commercial😊 !! Congratulation👏👏👏👏👏
Dawg this is my favorite channel rn. Ya'll never disappoint fr.
I love it! My skin never looked better than with use of tretinoin. It has a “glow” now. And I love myself in the mirror
I have very dry skin which made applying Tretinoin difficult. I learned that using a moisturizing toner before did the trick . Without it the Tretinoin would not spread on my dry skin causing me to use too much which led to overly dry peeling skin in am. I am 63 and I still get compliments on my skin
I admit I use vit C, peptides and sunscreen daily as well as acids once a week, but the T is THE GOAT!
Thanks Guys - learn so much from you both🙏
I'm constantly listening to "not using peptides with retinol/tretinoin". Maybe it's just about copper peptides, that's why I'd like to ask you what peptides and Vitamin C have you been using?
Well, maybe a whole routine?! 😂
Anyways, thank you in advance.
Hey what peptide do u use??
@@DoraSometimesI have dry skin. I use a Vit C plus e plus ferulic acid serum (Timeless) each morning, After 15 minutes I put on a peptide moisturizer (Acure whipped night cream) and after 20 minutes my sunscreen. At night I use The Ordinary Buffet plus Copper Peptide serum, after it fully dries my tretinoin 0.05, then after that has absorbed CeraVe Skin Renewing Night Cream.
Just starting my journey today! Can’t wait ❤
such a great video as always! if only there was one or two recommendations?
I’ve been waiting for this one! Thank you Doctor’s. I think it should be avail OTC in the U.S. It is sold OTC in Mexico, Costa Rica and Dominican Republic. I paid $25 for a tube in PVR last year.
I agree it should be over the counter in the USA. Unfortunately the pharmaceutical industry owns our government, so they’ll probably never make something so good, and something so popular, over the counter. The pharmaceutical industry, and our Congress members, need to keep making those millions 🤬
I purchased 5 boxes over the country in Turkey. It was $6 dollars.
When I run out, can always go back to Turkey on vacation to get more
I can not believe I was prescribed this but didn’t realize how amazing it was.
I love Abbey- would absolutely LOVE to see her on your podcast!!!
I’ve been using it for 2 months. The progress is slow, but it’s worth it. Have patience and you’ll thank yourself later :) I’m now just seeing the changes
*Jennifer Myers* and her video _18 years using treti_ is a YT must🖤.
we'll have to check it out! - shah
She released an updated video of using it for 20 years... love her. The simplicity of her routine is truly darling
@@nickylapiel2675 Yes, 😍 Casually, the notification appeared after I wrote this comment. I could listen her talking for days. Such a rare genuine gem✨
I love Abbey Yung so much and I'm glad that she's just not any other skincare guru... she actually is pretty knowledgeable on ingredients and skin science so it's satisfying to watch her. I am 2.5 years on Tret and the biggest thing I notice is tighter skin. My face almost feels like it is tighter and has almost like a squeaky clean (?) feeling to it. That's the best way I can describe it
I love Abbey Yung as well! She's gotta be in my top 5 skincare TH-camrs (if I sat down and really thought about it, she'd probably be in my top 3)
Same here love her!
Plz I am new to retinol plz can you how to start and brand is best
@@baghaga1138 That’s exciting! How old are you? Make sure to lock it in and use it for the rest of your life. Retinoids are the best anti aging ingredient. There is no “best” product. The best product is the one you will actually use and afford. CeraVe is good, Neutrogena is good- ROC, Avene. Doesn’t matter the brand. But you need to decide if you want a retinol moisturizer or serum. A retinol moisturizer is a one-product routine and quick. Just apply it at night and you’re done ✅- that’s it. A retinol serum will require a moisturizer afterward. If you don’t want two steps then get a retinol cream and not a serum.
Tips: Start slow. Watch for stinging and irritation. Make sure you’re always moisturizing to prevent dryness and redness. Stop using retinol for 2 days if you notice irritation then resume. Use sun protection during the day. Use retinol at minimum 3x per week and work your way up to nightly use.
This post is discussing prescription Tretinoin though which isn’t over the counter. If you aren’t able to get this then retinol over the counter is still find and gives the same benefits long term. Plus, Tretinoin is STRONG and starting off with retinol is a smarter approach anyways. So use retinol for about a year or two and eventually graduate to Tret.
@@Melon29813 who are the others?
I can second this. I have history of severe cystic acne, post acne hyperpigmentation and scars. The only thing that worked topically for me is Tretinoin, by the grace of Allah my skin even tolerated 0.1%. It also renewed my uneven skin tone, improved texture and also healed some of my scars. I used it with oral Spirinolactone. ❤ الحمد الله
Happy for you. So where can I find this?
Mashallah same! Tretinoin works so well for me
@@viyoolacouronne6419 You need to get a prescription from your Dermatologist.
Can we quit after 4 years continue using of it?
@@hishamzakir3841why would you want to?
started using it at 15 for my cystic acne it’s improved so much ! Can’t wait for the full blown effects !
What's the concentration of tretinoin you use?
I’m 57 and I loved the sun and tanning beds (unfortunately) for most of my life. I have a few sunspots but surprisingly my skin looks pretty good. I think a lot of this is genetics. However, I started on retin-a almost three months ago and I see a huge difference already. Don’t forget to check the goodrx prices if your insurance doesn’t pay. I pay about $15 a month using goodrx for the retin-a whereas generic tretinoin was much more expensive using goodrx. My pharmacy allows me to pick the cheapest. I started with agency. Then I asked my primary care physician for a script for tret and he gave it to me! I still get both and alternate as agency’s formulas contain other ingredients that are really helping. I can’t wait to see my skin in a year. Also you have to wear sunscreen! Something I have never done but now I’m all into sunscreen and trying to find my hg.
Can you tell me what drug store you use goodrx for retin a? I have used goodrx for years on other scripts including tetrinoin. But now that i want to bump up to .1 strength (with a dr presc) goodrx isnt working. I cant pay $113 a month!
@@janiewerner I use CVS but I’m currently on 0.025. Not sure of the price at 0.1.
@@kw8501 thanks for the reply!
My Dermatologist wanted to sell me a retinol but would not write me a prescription to purchase it less expensively. My primary care physician did write the script and the results have been wonderful
I asked my primary care doctor and he didn’t write it for me and said dermatologist can do that 🙄. Makes no sense. He can easily give it to me and even a gynecologist did someone down in the comments said here
@@saniaz680Yeah they can. My GP was going to write me a Rx but I already had a supply that I got in Mexico. They sell it OTC there.
Wow abbey in doctorly! Both my favs from skincare lover pov and doctor pov
I have been usuing Tret for the past 3 years! And I love it.
I have sensitive skin (lots of drugstore products inflame my skin) but pure tretinoin from a dermatologist has surprisingly never been a problem for me,
Me neither. I’ve always tolerated it well (way better than adapalene surprisingly) & I have rosacea and super sensitive skin. And if I can use it-even without moisturizer in summer-every single night without irritation, most anybody can. I’ve never even had flakiness or redness from it, even around eyes, lips etc.
I think there’s a lot of fear mongering on the internet around the possible irritation it can cause that is largely overblown. (Sure it’s great to be aware of potential for redness etc. but people treat it like looking at a drop of it will fry your skin off or something.) I am convinced that most irritation people experience is trying to use other exfoliants etc at the same time & overdoing it. I am pretty sure it not actually tretinoin itself that is causing those issues a lot of the time. I always, always wait the full 30 min after washing to apply it tho, so maybe that could be a factor?
Which brand is that please?
@@aurora6763 dermatica they do a cheap first month so you can try it out. Also tried skin and me which was fine. The only time I had a slight sensitivity was when I applied it to my skin damp instead of dry. Started off using it twice a week and built up to using it every day. Sometimes use a moisturiser over the top but not always. I
@@eobrien1 strange isn’t it?
Same!
Would love a tretinoin vs adapalene comparison (especially because adapalene does many off the same things, but usually with less irritation)
I still want to hear their opinion on adapalene in general even if it’s new
Adapalene did nothing for me. :/ never cleared my acne, reduced fine lines, nothin. Didn’t do anything. 🤷🏻♀️ maybe I’m immune 😂
@andiidavis I feel you on this. I took accutane for 2 rounds, used tretinoin and turns out, I just have an hormonal imbalance. Did not find out until we were trying to concieve. A side effect is acne. See a OBGYN!
@@TA-np4mc diagnosed PCOS!
@@andiidavis and going through all that just makes you realize how little is actually researched for women. It sucks 😢
7 months using Tretinoin aka my bestie, and not a pimple or wrinkle in sight. Went to get my hair done and hairdresser complimented my smooth, glass skin and asked me what was my secret. I told her loads of water, a clean diet and Tretinoin and sunscreen. She obviously didn't believe me cos she thought I had work done cos I saw her lift my hair in the back and check for scars. Don't hate, appreciate😂🙄
What pourcentage do you use?
@@justvisiting4330 0.05 % for now. I'll graduate to 0.1% when I'm ready.
Scar for what?
@@khan-pakhtun work done,......surgery/ facelift🙂
honestly, sunscreen alone is not enough
Thank you so much guys for this video. ❤️
Love the acronym 🐐 but seriously it does work. I started in my 40s and now at 61 (over two decades later), I’m seeing the difference compared to ppl my age. No pores,firm smooth skin texture, zero wrinkles, no blemishes etc and just overall youthful appearance. This was the only product I’ve ever used with no morning or night routines other then a cheap day moisturizer & occasional sunscreen.
I also love Abbey Yung! She's getting fantastic results with her skincare including using tretinoin. Most of the better TH-cam beauty influencers (Abbey included) will tell us honestly what they use on their own skin and what procedures they have done.
Great and very useful video! I used tablets for a few months 3-4 years ago due to issues with rocasea and it really helped. But my skin got so dry that I had to drench it not to be completely miserable. I would think that would be a lesser issue with a cream, but I can see Abbey uses a lot of moisture on her skin, so I guess the effect is still there. She looks great :)
Thank you for making this video, it's very helpful❤
I love Abby! But how about referencing someone older? Angie from Hot and Flashy is 60 and has seen benefits from Tretinoin for 10 years.
Yes now she’s a sponsor for Agency
SHE USES AGENCY VERSION
@@lovly2cu725is that bad?
Angie has also had surgeries, so who knows if Tret really was the reason.
@@sharonharris9782 what surgeries???? She has never mentioned anything about surgeries
I would loooove a podcast interview with Abby or a collab video! Abby is amazing!❤
I just got my first tretinoin script last week! Can’t wait!
Many of these pointers have been told to me by dermatologists before. But still learned a lot! ❤
If you feel like the cream formulation always causes breakouts, try the gel version before quitting! This was my case. I was on the cream for a whole year and never felt like my skin stayed clear or consistent. It was really depressing trying to be consistent while the breakouts always came back. I have zero breakouts on the gel formulation and I regret trying it sooner. I have combo, acne prone skin.
Is menarini tretinoin gel or cream?
I agree
This is interesting because it's the opposite for me.
Gel only comes in higher strength and goes deeper and peels more
I’ve been using Tret for the last 2-3 months and my skin looks like never before. I’m getting it from agency and I can’t be more satisfied with their service.
What improvement u noticed in skin after starting tretenoin
I’m going on 2 1/2 years on tretinoin 1%. I use it every single night, and will never ever miss a night, and never stop using it. It has completely transformed my skin for the better. I’m 49 and my skin has never looked better, not even in my teens or 20’s. 🙏🏼
Plz can you share what brand did you use plz can you share some details I will Appreciate it
I don’t think it matters what brand as it’s all the same ingredient in whatever prescription you get.
1% ? isn't that too strong ? how long did it take you to get there ?
@@davidcop-a-feel9699 They mean 0.1%. And unless you have resistant acne you don't need to go up in strength beyond 0.025%. The studies show the higher strengths don't work any better with continued use. They all get you to the same place.
I’m worried - because is tretinoin only for acne? Or can we use it even if we don’t have acne?
Very well put👏
I’ve been using Tretinoin for a year now, I asked my OBGYN about it since I deal with hormonal acne and got it! I love adding it to my skincare routine!
Did it help against hormonal acne?
I discovered I should be using at retinoid from actually Dr Dray, another channel I love as much as this one; I started using adapalene initially, which then in Canada we still needed a prescription for. I didn't have acne, I was using it solely for antiaging purposes. I also never used to wear sunscreen so I learned a bit later in life that I SHOULD be every single day, even indoors. I started my journey of daily sunscreen and adapalene in 2020 and I have had SUCH a huge improvement in my skin; texture, pigmentation, evenness, plumpness... people always think I'm 10 years younger than I am. I finally started TRETINOIN 2 months ago and I'm just stoked for what the future holds! Also over the last couple of years I've discovered and started using other actives like niacinamide, vitamin c, azelaic acid etc - learning so much from you guys and Dr Dray as well. ❤
Do you need prescription for tretinoin in Canada and how much is it
@@Tofunmi11 yes we do. It's not bad, about $20-30 a month.
Informative video, however, I have a question. How long is Trentinoin active? Read four hours on the internet. Maybe reapply after that time if your skin is not sensitive? Also, is pharmaceutical Retin A the same as Trentinoin? And what is the difference?
Thankyou to both of you everytime I watched your videos I always learn and understand my skin more and more , I'm suffering from hormonal acne and my doctor recommended me this I wasn't sure that it is working or not but I will keep doing this and will stay consistent ❤ thank you for helping us
LOVE Abbey Yung and would absolutely love seeing her on the channel!
Just got this prescribed today. The last year of my life I’ve had the worst skin condition of my life. So excited to ease this into my routine and get my skin back
How’s it going?
How is it going?
It’s funny when Dr Shah said you’re less likely to use Tret when your skin becomes irritated. I remember being super happy - I was like Yay it’s working!!!!! I stated using it more 😆
Thank for the vedio very well explained.
Also a user of a few years here and yeah it’s my hero skincare ingredient I never go without
27 years of tret usage and I love the look on people's faces when I tell them my age 😂
Do u use cream type ? Do u use 0.5 % terit
@@kirankrishna550 I've used every strength and just adjust how I use it for the potency. For example, at the higher strengths I will 'sandwich' it by putting on a serum then night cream, allow to soak in then apply tret, then sandwich with more night cream or Nivea cream.
I was doing amazingly on adapalene nightly for acne for three years, until I started a prescription medication for something else in April, and the acne I had under control came back with a vengeance. I start tretinoin .025 tonight. I'm 40 so it's probably time anyway, but I still think Adapalene is an excellent choice for anyone who can't afford to see a derm.
I m 20 n i not sure which from i should start adaflene or retinol or tretion. Ihave been using benyozl for 6 months n i am thinking maybe i should use salisalic w retinol
You should use BHA also. It helps with acnes.
Very informative ❤
Wow I did stop because of the breakout but my dermatologist did tell me it would. I’ll definitely start again. Thanks 😊
thank you for this video. I was prescribed Tretinoin by my dermatologist, but was hesitant to start using it and I heard it could make my acne worse. I am more willing to give a try now after watching your video. Also, love the paperclip bracelet Dr. Maxfield. 🙂
Speaking from experience, your acne very well could get worse but should transition and improve. Just be careful to pace yourself. This product can make a world of difference if you have acne. Best wishes!
There is definitely a purging period and that can vary in length of time depending on severity of acne. I almost gave up, but I’m so glad I stayed with it. Give it a try and push through. You’ll be happy you did. Good luck! 😊
I was just prescribed and was told the purging period could be 4 - 12 weeks, they said 6 months
I started using Tretinoin about 19 months a ago and saw a big difference with texture and age spots. I now am going in for microneedling and together, I apply a topical vitamin C every morning and see a big difference in texture and pore size. This combo seems to be working for me. Pricey, but I am 75 and am trying my best to look a little better. I also apply tretinoin on my hands for age spots and that has made a huge difference as well. Now, my neck is another story all together, but I’m afraid of a lift and really don’t want to spend the money on that anyway.
IM 70 & ON THE ALTRENA VERSION FOR MATURE SKIN
When did it start working? I have used it religiously six months with no improvement.
@@amybowman9906 I noticed a difference in a couple of months, but the lightening of the sun spots on my hands was even quicker. Some are very stubborn, so I still have some of them, but they aren’t real dark any longer. Also, make sure your skin is really dry after washing it. From what I understand it works much better if you don’t apply it while your skin is still damp.
I have been a gardener for over 40 years and am mad at myself for not applying sunscreen every day. It really makes a difference.
Maybe you should ask your dermatologist if he would recommend a stronger percent. I use 0.1%. Hang in there!
@@honestreviewsonly1915 thanks for the input. I am fair skinned and spent time in a lot of tanning beds growing up in Florida so I can relate!
@@amybowman9906 I’m also very fair skinned and live in Florida now. The sun is intense, gotta be very careful, but I love it here! Stay safe and happy! 😎
Very informative video 🎉
I was ID’d yesterday. I’m 43. Use Retinols. Never hesitate.
I started out with a pretty high dose of glycolic acid nightly for quite a few years before I ever started on Tret, I think that’s why I didn’t really have a problem and could adjust to it pretty well.
I started using Tretenoin in 2019 for acne. It works! My Dermatologist said just a pea size for the whole face. After my acne got better, if I get a bump, I now use mostly as a spot treatment. I did not know all of the other benefits. I am going back to pea size application all over my face again. At 49, my face does look youthful, I never realized that this was a contributing factor. Thank you doctors.
a pea size for the whole face!!!?? i've been using a pea size for each cheek, a peasize for the chin and a pea size for the nose. But yes my acne is gone. i guess i should cut back! lol
@GlickTheExplorer I hear you!!!! I said the same thing when my Dermatologist told me that. I tried to do that, but for me, a pea size wasn't quite enough, so I would do little dots randomly over my face and then spread it out, or I just did the spot treatments.
@@DeepFriedDave Yes. Cut back. You can do longer with it and its so strong that a pea size is enough.
You can’t use tret as a spot treatment. It’s useless in that manner
Wait until 50. Shit will hit the fan.
I have been using tretinoin for several years now. I'm turning 50 yrs old this year and I been getting compliments on how good my skin looks. I don't even use foundation either.
Please do a video on Differin/Adapalene! Being an OTC it’s a more accessible retinoid and your perspective would help a lot
the same concepts all apply since it’s in the same category of drugs. I’ve used both and found essentially no difference in usage info. The anti-aging is theoretically better w tretinoin since it hits 3 receptors instead of 2 that adapalene does, but I still saw great results w Differin.
I really liked the explanation of why a product with the extra ingredients as well as the retinol can be a little more advantageous. I’ve taken retin A for 40 years now. I remember being in high school and I purposely tried to get as much sun because it reduced my acne (by burning my skin!). I think it’s always worth mentioning the emotional toll dealing with acne can take. At least now maybe my skin is “better” now because of my early anti-aging! Lastly, you guys are both soo handsome!!! (Who says keyboard courage is always bad!)
It wasn't the sunburn, it was the vitamin D.
My aunt had acne, and way back when, sunlamps were the treatment, and for her, that resulted in skin cancer. I also had a good friend when I was younger who had really bad acne, and later all the scars. My heart broke for her. She was the reason I started using Tretinoin, she gave me a tube of her lower strength when she moved up to a higher one. I didn’t use it long because there wasn’t a lot of info out there back then about starting slow, or using moisturizer too -and I just couldn’t deal with the peeling. When I started up again in my early 50s, I did it right and the results have been amazing.
I am 3.5 years in with Tretinoin .05% 5 nights a week, lactic acid 10% the other two. My skin is amazing, I actually go out without foundation and I have had two small breakouts in as many years. I tried the emulsion from Agency which was nice but not worth the cost IMHO I just use the basic tube and I go through two tubes a year applying to face, neck, chest and back of hands. Truly the GOAT.
How much (in grams?) is in one of your tubes? Trying to find the best cost for me but Idk how long one tube lasts!
@@marispilgrim1677the tube is small, I think 100? Mine lasts AGES because you only need a pea sized amount for your whole face. My last tube lasted about 6-8m but 6m for sure.
Sophia, you’re a black woman! Your skin will be amazing with or without tret 😂
@@marispilgrim1677 I have the .005 in 45 grams and that lasts almost a year even applying as many places as I do. I also have 0.025 in 20 grams for around the eye area which I sandwich.
Yep! I alternate between my compounded tretinoin from apostrophe and my Sunday Riley lactic acid serum. 3 months in and I’m seeing great results ❤
I just started using it with curology, starting off small amount. We will see! I’m 34
I want a video about shaving, the effects on the skin. The best way to keep a clean shave everyday without irritation, etc.
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I just started using this a few months ago. I love it. I have used retinoid for about 2 years, but this really is changing my fine lines around my eyes and the flaky patches on the side of my mouth. I can't wait to see the results in another 3 or 6 months. Especially with the dark spots.
Do you use tretinoion. 1% or. 025?
Which percentage do you use???
what percentage?
I use .25. Man this stuff is gold!
Which brand are you using?
@@kristinnitzwhat brand ? and what %
The way Dr.Max looked to Dr.Shah when was talking is really adorable.❤
I started using is in july 2022 at 0.025% from my Dermatologist. . At my annual visit a few week ago, she asked me if I wanted to increase the dosage & upped me to 0.05%. I have started the ease in process again - only using is 2 or 3x a week until I build up a tolerance to the increased dose. I have to say that I also use Copper Peptides, SPF 46 from DRMTLGY, squalene moisturizer & cleanser. Also just started using the lactic acid 2x a week. I have seen a difference in my skin. I will be 56 in 2 months and have minimal u. Quit smoking & drinking 17 years ago & have actively been looking after my skin seriously since my early 30's. Keep up the amazing work!!! Love watching & listening to you!
Oh, and I also use a retinal eye stick & a dedicated peptide eye cream. 🙂
My dermatologist prescribed it for my KP on my arms and it helped a lot🥰🙌
I am the one who eagerly wait for the night to apply tretinoin
It would have been great to hear this info from my actual dermatologist 🥴 literally rx'd it and gave with zero info. But learning to use the product and I will never be without it now that I know how to use it. Education!
Back in the 1970s, my Derm wrote me a script (for acne) and said use it twice a day and that was the name of that tune😳🤷♂️
What’s a great product to start with for extremely sensitive skin? ❤ the video!
Please do a video on perioral dermatitis!!
Abby is one of my favorite TH-camrs to watch! Very trustworthy unlike so many these days!
Been using tretinoin for 17 years. I used it for acne, then i took oral prescription for 6 months twice (because my acne came back with a vengeance) now i use the topical cream. No crows feet. Skin is plump, but it was irritating at 1st. My dr even brought me back to .5% because 1% she thought i can handle the higher dosage but it made me so dry is itchy.
I think its the only skincare I will use forever.
I’m on my second week of Tretenoin and wow! What a change
How often did you use it and what percentage? What brand did you use? Thanks :)
Yes have Abby on!! Love her!
9 yrs of tretinoin, my advice is start slowly with .25 and don’t give up! I’m now doing .1 every night and my skin is close to perfect. Of course a little Botox to help isn’t a bad idea!
.025*
thank you for this! im starting .025 today hoping to build my way up slowly to .1
@@kart1372I am using tretion for 20 days ..my skin is peeling unevenly what should I do.
Hey , can you pls tell how you do Botox? I mean do you make any break before appointment for Botox ?
how is .25 lesser than .1?
I am 71 years old with eczema, rosecea, and very sensitive and fair skin. I have used Tretinoin Rx Cream for over 20 years. I sandwich the Tretinoin between a serum and moisturizer to avoid the extreme dryness. The Tretinoin has markedly decreased the erythema (redness) from the rosacea. I do not have fine lines around my lips, nor crows feet. I was never a sun bather. I did have microchanneling done to remove the papules from rosacea on my nose, but the Tretinoin has kept my skin smooth. I still have slight redness on my cheeks, but just add a little blush and I am good to go. I also use Tretinoin on my neck and do not have a saggy neck, yet.
As someone with rosacea and fair and sensitive skin, this is very encouraging to hear. There are also newer retin-a formulations out now that are better tolerated by sensitive skins, and retinaldehydes are a good place to start since they're less sensitizing and almost as effective. I'm getting some laser treatments currently so waiting to be done with those before I start retin-a.
Aren't crows feet from squinting, muscle movement?
Congratulations! I wish I have the same results!
the way Dr. Maxfield looks while Dr. Shah speaks 😭😍😍😍😍
I have started taking tretinoin tablets and there is a great improvement in acne
Thank you for this.. I’m dealing with mature skin, somewhat sensitive. I started Trentinoin last September and I have seen results as you said I will see my dermatologist this September. I did lose about 20 pounds during this year and I’m glad for that but I have more wrinkles now. I’ll be talking to her about those procedures you talked about. I just started using glycolic acid one night a week. Just started so I don’t see any measurable results as yet. I’m sending this to my daughters and granddaughters. Thanks for the post.
ASK YOUR DERM FOR THE ALTRENA VERSION FOR MATURE SKIN
I've used tretinoin for 4 years now. I use Timeless Vitamin C followed by Alpha Skin Care Glycolic Acid Serum in the morning after cleansing. I don't want to skip using my tretinoin, and glycolic is a powerhouse for daytime use. Works wonders in conjunction with Vitamin c, as long as you have no irritation. If you have irritation, maybe try alternating. Vitamin C is really great to incorporate for daytime. You can use, I'm sure, whatever glycolic you're currently using. Remember your SPF! 😊
Been using it for 4 years. I have not gotten a new wrinkle since and seen some disappear. It is the GOAT no doubt in my mind.
Does tretenoin get rid of fine lines also?
watching this while applying tret
Nice info