Nightly topical cream
Tretinoin
Tretinoin accelerates skin cell turnover and stimulates collagen. It treats acne and photoaging with more evidence behind it than any over-the-counter retinol.
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Decades of controlled trials for both acne and fine lines.
What is in it
Tretinoin, compounded at 0.025%, 0.05%, or 0.1%.
How to take it
- Apply a pea-sized amount at night to dry skin.
- Start twice a week and build up slowly.
- Moisturise after it absorbs.
- Daily sunscreen is not optional with this.
Why clinicians prescribe it
Treats two things at once
Clears acne and softens fine lines through the same mechanism.
Strength matched to your skin
Your clinician starts low and moves you up only when your skin has adapted.
Genuinely evidence-based
The benchmark every other retinoid product is measured against.
Common questions
Often, yes. Purging and flaking through weeks two to six is expected. Going slower at the start reduces it considerably.
Important safety information
Do not use if pregnant, breastfeeding, or trying to conceive. Increases sun sensitivity significantly. Expect dryness and peeling early on.
This page is not medical advice. Only a licensed clinician who has reviewed your history can decide whether this treatment is appropriate for you. Tell your clinician about every medication and supplement you take.
