Skin Care
For a Better Retinol Experience, Follow This Dermatologist AdvicePeeling is part of the game plan, but you can manage the process. |
Don't Mix it With No-No Ingredients Retinol is a complex ingredient. It tends to not play nicely with other ingredients, which can either exacerbate peeling/redness or counteract the benefits. You'll find lots of helpful information online, but when in doubt ask your dermatologist.
"Make sure you let your dermatologist know all the products you use, including scrubs, exfoliating pads, toners, moisturizers, and cleansers, particularly those made with alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids and benzoyl peroxide. Some of these products make it challenging to use topical retinoids to their full capacity, and so you never get the full benefits of the topical treatment," says Dr. Sodha. "Your dermatologist can help you coordinate your regimen to take advantage of what you have at home and how to incorporate a retinoid into your skin care regimen."
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"Make sure you let your dermatologist know all the products you use, including scrubs, exfoliating pads, toners, moisturizers, and cleansers, particularly those made with alpha hydroxy and beta hydroxy acids and benzoyl peroxide. Some of these products make it challenging to use topical retinoids to their full capacity, and so you never get the full benefits of the topical treatment," says Dr. Sodha. "Your dermatologist can help you coordinate your regimen to take advantage of what you have at home and how to incorporate a retinoid into your skin care regimen."
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SEE NEXT PAGE: Be Patient and Don't Give Up