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9 Myths You're Believing About Retinol

You've probably heard a lot about this miracle anti-wrinkle treatment — but how much of it is actually true? These derms set the records straight on retinol.

by Jenn Sinrich  |  COMMENT

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Only prescription-strength retinols yield results
Only prescription-strength retinols yield results This was true until recently, but now that prescription-strength retinol is available over-the-counter, you can find products that are equally effective. "Adapalene, which up until last year required a prescription, is the active ingredient in certain over-the-counter brands, and can be used to treat acne and acts as an anti-aging product," says Dr. Nazarian. Differin Gel Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, $11.19, is one such product that's easily available (and pretty darn effective to boot).

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