Tretinoin topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 2)

• Max...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 15, 2020

Tretinoin topical for Acne "19 years old, 8 weeks completed today, used Retin A .025 (every night) along with doxy forte tablet (2 times a day), worked like a miracle! 1st month was a really tough time, but now my face is so much smoother and cleaner than before, very light marks are still there, hope they vanish soon, MUST USE and BE PATIENT."

• Art...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• January 27, 2020

For Acne "I am 36 years old. I have been using this cream on and off for more than 10 years. And my skin looks amazing. I don't have any acne, and it glows. I am on 0.025 right now, and I never break out, and my skin never gets dry. 0.05 was a bit too strong for me, and my skin would peel. This is a miracle cream, and I love the fact that it is so cheap."

• eda...
• January 20, 2020

Tretinoin topical for Acne "Had adult acne, Retin-A cured it."

• Ell...
• January 11, 2020

Tretinoin topical for Acne "I have jawline acne, dark patches from pigmentation, and uneven skin tone and blemishes from years of cystic acne. I am 44 and Asian. Day 1 to 2, the gel stung like crazy, itchy and warm skin, and redness. Days 3 to 8, peeling skin, inflamed look after washing face. Stinging and itchy. Days 8 and 9, skin is very taut. I needed extra petroleum jelly plus my regular moisturizer, although my regular moisturizer. Days 9 and 10, skin is sensitive, shiny, that I need to use makeup. For peeling skin, I reapply petroleum jelly at the first signs of dryness or flakiness. I used hydrocortisone on itchy spots. On day 10, I stopped using soap to wash my face as it is drying. I use lukewarm water to wash off the petroleum jelly on my face and pat dry my skin. The dryness has reduced today, day 10. I can use the gel without it stinging my skin or being taut and dry. By day 10, my face appears to be clearer in some places, spots are fading. Skin texture is smooth, though tender."

• Coc...
• November 28, 2019

Tretinoin topical for Acne "Trust me, this stuff works, and I learned the hard way, so PLEASE READ. I started Retin-A for acne in the summer. My skin got red, and I felt like it was just making it worse! So I stopped using it... wrong mistake! I went by to the dermatologist 3 months after, and she advised me to stick through it (I wish she told me this at our first appointment, I had no idea there was something called the “purge”). So fast forward to now, my skin is great!!!! It really does work! It just takes time, and learn from my mistake, you MUST STICK THROUGH THE PURGE!! It will get better. I regret having to start all over again, but my skin has never looked better."

• Pea...
• October 11, 2019

Tretinoin topical for Acne "This medication, Retin-A, has been a life changer for me. I was at an appointment, and I was complaining about hormonal acne flares before my period. My doctor started telling me about what Retin-A had done for her hormonal acne. She has flawless skin! She said, on top of clearing up those breakouts, it would help with the aging I was starting to see. I've been on this for two months now, and wow, the results are amazing! I have zero breakouts, and the fine lines and pores are shrinking. I will leave the house without makeup now. My complexion is glowing and even! My uneven skin and breakouts were a big source of embarrassment for me. I did have peeling, but this was expected. I also had worsening of acne for a few weeks as my skin purged what was already building in the pores. I pushed through, and I am so glad I did. When the dryness flares, I skip a night of Retin-A and use a heavier moisturizer. I also use an oil-free moisturizer every morning."

• Lau...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 19, 2019

For Acne "I’ve always had mild acne, redness, and blotchy skin. I started working at a derm clinic and had heard great things about tretinoin from working there. I started using it on the lowest dose (0.025%) and the results were nice, not too overwhelming but nice. I’ve been using the higher dose now (0.05%) for a little over a week and OH MY GOD. My face is definitely flaking and dry, but it has never, EVER in my life, been this soft. I can’t stop looking at myself in the mirror, feeling how smooth it is, AHH I’m so happy. I still have minimal redness and discoloration, but bumps?? Nope. Not one. I have ditched all other skin care items over the counter that claim to work because nothing has ever given me results like this."

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 20, 2019

For Acne "I never had skin issues till my last pregnancy. Wasn’t till I started breastfeeding that it got out of control. It wasn’t even improving once I stopped BF. So went back to the dermatologist. Have only used tretinoin cream for three weeks, and I cannot believe how much better my skin looks. Breakouts still occur but clear up in a couple of days, where they were lasting a week or more. I had lots of skin damage from past breakouts, and that has diminished dramatically!! I expect even better results with longer use!!"

• Atr...
• July 17, 2019

Tretinoin topical for Acne "Been fighting adult cystic hormonal acne for about 6 years, never would've thought it be basically cured after 2 weeks of Retin-A along with doxycycline, haven't had the slightest of side effects, and I stopped using a moisturizer a week in (I'm in Iraq and mail takes weeks). Although since I work 7 p.m. to 7 a.m., sun exposure isn't an issue. 2 weeks for a 5-year problem though, it's insane how quick this stuff works."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 13, 2019

For Acne "Tretinoin gel is powerful, and you start seeing positive results within 6-8 weeks. If you're patient and really serious about looking and feeling better, you will have to invest your time in your skin care. I recommend you use a non-comedogenic wash for your face to go along with this. Also, I recommend a good quality moisturizer. The first 3-4 weeks of using this product, I felt like my skin was on fire. I peeled severely and even called my doctor for a follow-up. Sure enough, he made an assessment and said it was all a normal side effect. Tonight, I just applied a layer of tretinoin, and I'm so excited to see amazing results. I recently went for a facial treatment and steam room, which worked wonders. I have been taking multivitamins and oral collagen. I hope everyone enjoys their new skin."

• Ell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 7, 2019

Tretinoin topical for Photoaging of the Skin "Before I started using Retin-A, my face looked dull and tired. I had very sensitive skin, and no cream would help my face look plump and moisturized. I also had some wrinkles becoming more prominent. I felt old and ugly, although I am still young (turning 29). After I started using it, my face was red and sensitive for about 2 weeks, but now my skin has adapted to it, and it does not hurt anymore. I use a low strength for now, but to get to the point, I look awesome, and people are shocked when they hear I am 29. My pores are almost gone, my skin elasticity has improved a lot, my face looks plump and hydrated, and most of all, it helped with my festoons a lot (I had severe festoons under my eyes). This is a cream to die for, and I totally recommend it. There's nothing better out there in my opinion."

• Mel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• June 5, 2019

Tretinoin topical for Acne "I started using Retin-A about a year and a half ago. It's life-changing. Just stick with it! It was hard the first month or so. My side effects were just extremely dry skin. Also, lotion and makeup stung a bit in the beginning. I had mild acne but lots of scarring over the years and spots that made my skin look uneven. I also have fairly large pores all over my face. My pores look considerably smaller now, and I hardly ever get a breakout. If I do, it heals fast. I still use it every night, even though my skin looks good, just now mainly to continue to have nice-looking skin and for its anti-aging properties."

• Jes...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 5, 2019

For Acne "So I’ve never had acne in my life besides the 1-2 pimples I would get on my period. I started breaking out Oct. 21, 2018, and it was small inflamed bumps on my forehead, and it got worse every day! After a week, it was drastically worse, and I went to the derm & got tretinoin & never used it because the reviews scared me bad because of the purge. After a month, my skin got so bad, and the acne migrated to the side of my face, so my forehead & side of my face were covered in acne. The forehead was inflamed, pus-filled acne, & my side of my face was comedones that looked like sandpaper. I finally used the tretinoin, and within a week, my skin improved. I used clindamycin every morning and tretinoin every other day. Within two weeks, my skin looked 80% better. Now, 2 months later, it looks 100% better. I never experienced severe dryness/flaking. I started using it every day after 2 weeks. I never experienced a purge either. Now I'm left with scars, but they've gotten so much lighter with this cream! Just try it! Not everyone has a bad experience!"

• All...
• February 13, 2019

For Photoaging of the Skin "I have been using Tretinoin cream for 24 years. After decades of use, I consider it a miracle cream. I started at 36. I'm now 60 and have the skin texture (porcelain-like) of a 20-something. No, I don't look 20 BUT no wrinkles, except a few tiny lines when I smile. No Botox either. I give Retin-A ALL the credit. I've been using the strongest dosage (0.1%) for 20+ years & no side effects from long-term use. Why isn't everyone using it? Makes no sense. My advice is save your money on high-end moisturizers, scrubs, and serums, and put your skincare dollars where it really counts - Retin-A. If you see an article downplaying the effectiveness of Retin-A for anti-aging, they're probably greedy little buggers trying to sell you another product. Seriously, NOTHING trumps this stuff!!! Use it not only on your face, but also neck, decollete, and hands. I regret I didn't start earlier on those other body parts."

• Jda...
• December 10, 2018

For Acne "I was so scared to use this product as I have read some scary reviews. But TRY IT, it has made me so confident and my skin is beyond clear. BUT put Cetaphil on 10 minutes before you put the cream on, it helps with dryness. Don’t stop using tretinoin because you experience bad dryness, it makes it worth it."

• Csc...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 2, 2018

Tretinoin topical for Acne "I am in awe of how well this product works! I’ve been on it for 1 week, and my skin is so clear I don’t believe it’s possible! I’ve struggled with acne since I was 12 (I am now a 21-year-old female), and I’ve tried just about everything, including Accutane, but nothing made a big difference. My acne has ranged from moderate to severe. My biggest struggle was the texture-my face was covered in tiny bumps and clogged pores. My derm now put me on .08%. Not only are the pimples gone after a week, but my whiteheads and blackheads have disappeared almost like magic. There is dryness and peeling, which I’m hoping will go away over time, but I’m fine with it because it’s left me with fresh, new skin. I highly, highly recommend this product!"

• Yas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 30, 2018

For Acne "After having acne almost all my life, as a child and now as an adult. My face has always been super red and low self-esteem, even with makeup on. At first, I discovered lavender oil on pimples will dry them and slowly kill the bacteria. It did work wonders, but pimples kept coming back, and my face was uneven, red, and still not beautiful. I needed more! I then got prescribed tretinoin and started using it 2x a week for a few weeks. The first few weeks, I was peeling, and anything on my face burned, even water. I almost gave up. My face was dry. Eventually, my skin got used to it after a little over a month of light use. Now I use it every night, and my face is smooth, no acne, and barely any scars. I want to cry. Tears of happiness, of course. Acne is the worst for your confidence. Struggling with acne is no fun. Whatever you do, just don’t stop. Keep going. It will get better, and you won’t regret it."

• Lau...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 10, 2018

Tretinoin topical for Acne "Retin-A honestly changed my life! The first 6 months were awful. Hated my skin more by the day. But there is a huge silver lining! Fast forward a few months, and my skin is glowing, smooth, and hardly a single breakout. I'm 23 and have battled all sorts of acne throughout my life. That came along with some serious scarring. While there is definitely a way to go for the scarring, it's helped tremendously."

• ACa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 23, 2018

For Acne "I'd been struggling with my acne for 8 years, and this is the only medicine that has helped me. I use it with Clindamycin topical lotion, and I use Tretinoin .025% every 3 days, and .1% for the rest of the time. It completely cleared up my face. It might make your skin dry, like mine, but it is completely worth it - I use hydrating face masks, and it takes away the dryness. It took me a few days to start seeing results, but it's different for everyone. Give it time, and make sure you're seeing your dermatologist because he or she might prescribe you a stronger Tretinoin like in my case if needed."

• Ros...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 25, 2018

For Acne "This is the best medicine for acne-prone skin! You have to be patient and give it at least 4 months to start working. A little secret I learned is to apply it 30-60 mins AFTER you’ve applied moisturizer as opposed to applying it before moisturizing. It will really reduce the starting-up acne flare-ups."

• LAa...
• June 24, 2018

Tretinoin topical for Photoaging of the Skin "37/f here... I have used retinol on and off since I was a teenager and got into my mom's supply. I looked like I got a terrible sunburn the first time I used it on my teenage face. The first few weeks/months are hard, but it helps if you ease into it and only use it every other night or every two nights, or even once a week, then increase the frequency as your skin gets acclimated to it. I am often complemented on my skin and am mistaken for being at least ten years younger than I am. I recently had a baby and used some on my stretch marks and c-section scar, and the stretch marks are practically gone five months later with use only once a week. Retinol has been a godsend for me."

• GVa...
• June 6, 2018

Tretinoin topical for Acne "I have used Retin-A .01% cream for acne for the past 20 years. I find it to be very therapeutic to my skin. Recently, my doctor switched me to the gel, and it's incredible the way it feels. It is not tacky or greasy. It's a very greaseless, lightweight gel. There is a little bit more alcohol in the gels than cream, but overall it feels great on my skin and is keeping the acne at bay. I highly recommend this gel, or even the creams for acne, but you have to know how to use it. Speak to your doctor if you have any questions and do exactly what he says. Your skin needs to get used to the strongest strength of them all to treat the acne. It's a wonderful, wonderful product."

• DDF...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• April 30, 2018

Tretinoin topical for Acne "I am a 72-year-old woman who has been using Retin-A for thirty-four years. I started using it because I had adult acne at the same time my teenage son had acne. I routinely am mistaken for being twenty years younger than I am. I have very few wrinkles. My skin still has dry patches occasionally but they are short-lived. I have tried to get several people to use it, but they always get discouraged with the redness and peeling in the beginning. This phase does not last forever. Please continue to use it, you will never be sorry."

• Ash...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 17, 2018

For Acne "I know very little about skin care and have tried a few products to treat what I thought was scarring, but nothing worked. Instead of shopping around (because skin care products can be expensive, especially when you don’t know what you’re doing), I decided to go to a dermatologist. Turns out I have acne-mostly near my chin. I was prescribed tretinoin and was told to start off using it 3x a week until I got used to it. It started off rough, with the burning/peeling/flaking of my skin, but after reading these reviews and applying oil-free moisturizer after the tretinoin, it only lasted about a week or two. I am now past that phase of the medication and worked my way up to daily use. Thankfully, I stuck with it because after 6 weeks, I am starting to feel confident, even after just washing my face. Do not feel discouraged when it gets rough in the beginning-it is so worth it!"

• ann...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 14, 2018

For Acne "I tried many acne creams, and none worked for me until I found tretinoin. It cured my acne within a month or so, and my skin has been clear for about a year now. I highly recommend this product. I used a cream with 0.05%, and I needed to get a prescription from my dermatologist, so it is not over the counter. Great product!"