Tretinoin topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• MsPsy...
• Taken for 5 to 10 years
• October 19, 2016

For Acne "I wanted to share my experience using retin a as mine was very positive. When I was 30 I was so tired of my adult acne that I've had since my teens so I have had acne for years. I was so sick of feeling bad about my skin so I ordered some retin a in the gel form 0.5% and yes, I purged but that didn't last long. All the red spots and brown spots from sun damage had done a number on my skin. Finally after the second week I could see a true difference. I stuck with using this religiously for 2 years until I could handle my skin alone with peels and Aha's. Now at 37 I have gone back to it for spot treatment of some pimples I get mostly hormonal but now I use it more to keep my skin looking young. its worth it if you stick with it."

• Tammy
• October 9, 2016

For Photoaging of the Skin "I heard alot of people trying this for acne & breaking out, so I was apprehensive. I don't have acne anymore...I used to have perioral dermatitus (acne around the mouth) which I got anibiotics for and its now gone, but my problem is aging and damage to my skin for the sun because I used department store serums (Lancome Primordial Intense) outside, which gave me a precancerous mole and a red spot and faintlydark patch on my cheek. After just two nights of use my skin looks noticably better. It is not greasy, it feels more like putting hand sanitiser on your face, like theres alcohol in the gel, it drys quick and can make your skin dry so use like sunflower, rose hip, or a natural non pore clogging oil to clean and moisterise ur face."

• Angel...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 5, 2016

Retin-A (tretinoin) for Photoaging of the Skin "Definitely recommend Retin-A Tretinoin cream for aging skin, firstly recommend to use low-tretinoin consistency 0.025% and after go deeper with 0.05% and 0.1% creams and gels. My skin became more youthful, without pigmentation, brighter, wrinkles and fine lines became less visible and it's only within the first 2 months of usage, I'm pretty impressed! Thanks okdermo.com! Will use it all my life, would recommend it to everyone who has signs of aging, wrinkles, color fading, discoloration, etc. problems. Angela"

• NerdB...
• September 29, 2016

For Acne "I have had oily skin and acne since I hit puberty at 9 years old. I am now 39. It doesn't help that I also have keratosis pilaris, resulting in clogged pores on my face, arms, chest, and back. I am able to keep my body skin pretty smooth by using a 10% glycolic acid lotion daily. The best for my face is Retin A Micro .1%. I see a lot of reviews here where people are ready to give up after a few days, a few weeks, or even a few months. I'm sorry to tell you, but you will NOT see maximum results with Retin A until about 7-10 months of regular use. You will go to hell and back several times during the process, but it's worth it. Suck it up, buttercup. You will also look much younger than your actual age. Bonus."

• Marie
• September 27, 2016

For Acne "I've never written a review before but I felt like I needed to do this.I started using Tretinoin .1% a week ago and it was really hard.The second day using the cream I had a massive breakout, like lots of pimples on my cheeks and lower cheeks.It was really hard and frustrating, make-up was not able to cover that mess. It went like that for about a week, I read about the "purging" but I was not prepared for this. I am in the middle of my second week and breakouts stopped two days ago, but my skin has transformed! My face is literally glowing and scars of the breakout of last week are here but no new pimples. I didn't have dryness in my skin since I was using twice a day Clinique's Moisture surge. Been using blue led light too. Be Patient!!"

• an0n__
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 16, 2016

For Acne "I have had acne since puberty. I haven't ever given much thought to going to a derm because acne is just "a part of growing up". Well 23 now and I didn't really see it leaving my face anytime soon. Doc gave me 0.025% once a day at night. I use a simple CeraVe foaming wash 2x daily (once in morning, once in evening). At night after I wash my face I use a CeraVe night moisturizer and I wait about 20-30 mins for my face to totally dry before applying my "pea sized" amount of trentinoin to my entire face. I would not describe my breakouts as bad. Probably a 6. But it's always there. It's never left me. I am on my second week so far. No noticeable changes so far. Nothing positive or negative to report. I will keep updating."

• Anonymous
• September 16, 2016

For Acne "I've struggled with acne for about 4 years, and I've been using retin a for about 4 months now. At first I was unsure about it because I have such sensitive skin and at it would burn my face and my skin would peel. But my advice to people that have acne and scars is to start with the 0.05% you may not see the results at first but don't give up! I promise it works. I recently asked my doctor to give me a stronger dose 0.1% and although it burns my face a little I wake up in the morning and my scars looking lighter and my face feels smoother. I look back at my before pictures and already see a really big difference. Highly recommend!"

• Megzzo
• August 18, 2016

For Acne "Okay,it's only the 2nd day that I've used this acne cream, but I am telling you it is the best!! Since using it twice, my acne and blemishes are already disappearing and I'm seeing results! After reading several reviews before initially using the medicine, I knew that this was a very drying cream so I have been using my regular moisturizers and I've added a great product to give my face just a little extra moisture: Rosehip Oil w/ Vitamin E.I wash my face gently with a foaming cleanser and then use my face serum.Then I will add one or two drops of the Rosehip oil to my moisturizer and apply it.I have not had any dry spots or peeling so far and hopefully continuing this routine will prevent any in the future. Extremely happy with this stuff!"

• New...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2016

For Acne "I had really bad acne and I would get made fun of but when my doctor gave me tretinoin gel 0.025 my face to this day is so much better my confidence is better I like looking at my self in the mirror I feel better this is such an amazing medicating!"

• Noras...
• July 8, 2016

For Acne "I was blessed with good clear skin through puberty until almost hitting 30. Crazy acne breakouts over both jawline with big cystic pimples. Headed to derm and was recommended 0.05%. 2weeks into using it, went through hell-ish period as i was told 'deep hidden pimples' started popping one by one - big and red. Encountered sensitive red skin with minimal peeling. But by 3rd week all starts clearing off. Into my 2nd month now and still using it. Using this cream daily before sleep. Cleansed daily with Vit-A cleanser and topped it off with moisturiser and AHA in both day & night time. Never forget to sunscreen. Key word - patience!"

• Sue-Z...
• June 26, 2016

For Acne "I have been lucky to have very clear skin all of my life. When I turned 50 I started to get minor breakouts on my forehead and around my mouth. I was already seeing a dermatologist for something else, but she sent me home with a script for 1% tretinoin. I had the angry dry skin that looked like my face was peeling off, that lasted a few months, so I started mixing it with my night serum and that made all the difference. 6 months of use I started using my cleanser and that's when I really began to see results. I'm 53, my pores are tight, my rosacea is non existent, and I have had no breakouts in months. My 45 gram tube has lasted the first year and it's not even empty, but I just refilled again at Costco, best price I've found."

• Babita...
• June 19, 2016

For Acne "Hi, It's been 2 months I'm using this cream at night with Cetogly face wash as suggested by a skin specialist whom I visited for acne. And I would say that the result is satisfactory. Doctor prescribed me some tablets as well along with this cream. I would suggest use it only if suggested by a skin specialist because we all have different skin types and different reasons for acne. Hope u understand that skin is a very sensitive & important physical thing so we shouldn't do any experiment with it :) Thanks"

• Yuppers
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 11, 2016

For Acne "I used this to treat acne from ingrown and infected hair follicles on my toosh. I used this in small amounts for 3 days and wound up with a painful sore area. I stopped and then noticed it had all butt stopped the swelling and no new bumps were found. Since then, I used it sporatically and give my skin a chance to heal and I am amazed at how clear it has become."

• Carly...
• June 6, 2016

For Acne "By far the most helpful medication for my acne scarring. I use it at night and use aczone during the day and they do wonders. I have cystic acne, so to have tackled these kinds of scars needed some serious patience and care. I recommend this to anyone who struggles with this type of acne. I know how hard it is to get rid of those big red inflamed scars, and this definitely does the trick. You just need a lot of patience because it does take some time but you will see a difference within 1-2 weeks."

• Anonymous
• May 25, 2016

Retin-A (tretinoin) for Acne "This product is amazing. I'm 19 years old and after going on the pill my acne became terrible. I got cysts all over my cheeks and chin that left terrible scarring and I continued to break out constantly. My doctor prescribed Retin-A and I was a little apprehensive at first because some people were saying that it made their acne worse. But I was so sick of looking at the scars on my face and I had tried everything to fade them and nothing did. So I started using Retin-A and it worked right away. I've been using it for two weeks and some of my scars are completely gone and others continue to fade. I also haven't broken out at all since I started using it. I wish I had found it sooner because it's truly wonderful."

• jazzy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 12, 2016

For Acne "I'm 13 years old with lots of acne i do lots of sports and I got back acne very bad I became self conscious . it really sucked I didn't not wear muscle shirts for months because of the emberessing acne on my back...I told my doctor and she told me about trentinoin cream..which I've been using for a few weeks it has been working great.The only thing is Im peeling and itching.bad at times...I see lots of improvement but this is something you have to be patient about..summer is coming. And I don't wanna be covered up all summer lol I recommend the product..just remember stay patient and clam and it willl clear up in no time "

• Got...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 5, 2016

For Acne "OK so I am 13 and I am in eighth grade right now and I'm here to tell you the story of how I got bullied in school because of the bad acne that I had and a whole bunch of black spots but then a merical happened when I got onto this medication my face totally cleared up and I just had a couple of months like three months and the results are so good and I can show everybody Who made fun of me that you know like look now you get to see the real me trust me this medication really works just when you feel like you're about to lose hope that's when you don't this medication has improved my confidence I feel better in my own skin and I like my skin now"

• Happy...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 19, 2016

For Acne "I just have to share this with individuals struggling to keep their skin clear. I came off BC pills about 9 months ago. In fact, the BC pills were the only thing breaking me out, no matter what I used. I was only on these pills for about 8 months and decided to let them go!! The damage done afterwards was horrid!!!!!! If you need to find the right BC, let your Doctor know. But this Tretinoin 0.05% cream has been a blessing for me.This line really does help:) I only use Tretinoin 0.05% at night, This is my 3rd month in, but key is consistency use. The purge phase is awful, but my doctor told me it gets worse before it gets better! Stick it out:)"

• Forme...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• April 1, 2016

For Acne "When I was beginning tretinoin, I visited pages like these. I am here to offer another success story. I am a 22 yo female and I had terrible skin. I felt like I had tried everything - spending buckets of money, too. I started tretinoin .05% in mid October 2015. I used it every night (don't do that! Start slow!) and had a terrible purge. I didn't date/go out for a period of several weeks. Make up made things worse. This went on for 12 weeks. Then by week 13, I had clear skin. I still have little red scars, and I get a tiny zit every once in awhile. But I don't wear makeup most days. This medicine will teach you patience. Another thing is it makes your routine so easy- light cleanser, tretinoin, done. No pricey masks, creams, etc."

• NewYork
• February 13, 2016

Atralin (tretinoin) for Acne "I am 27 and have always suffered from acne. I tried everything and was always disappointed as my breakouts continued. After a short stint with Spironolactone, my dermatologist said she wanted me on a topical and introduced me to Atralin. It took my skin a few weeks to get used to and probably 2 months for my breakouts to completely clear up. I haven't had a pimple in months. I finally feel comfortable enough to wear my hair up in public and can even go with no makeup. Great skin can really change your life!"

• Sooki...
• February 11, 2016

For Acne "I am 43. I've had acne since I was 12, and was very self conscious- especially at my age...I mean, how crappy is acne in your 40's and wrinkles? Ugh. I started taking tretinoin .05%. I had terrible peeling and dryness for a few months, but I noticed my face starting to get clearer. Was the drying and peeling worth it- to have dull skin is not cool. So.....I used an exfoiliating fash wash each morning and once a week used one of those face scrubby things in the shower. Also, I put on a moisturizer with SPF 30- that's important because this stuff will make you burn in the sun! That all worked for me! At around the 6 month time, there was no more acne- only a few zits around the time of my period- AND I get complements on my youthful skin!"

• Treti...
• February 6, 2016

For Photoaging of the Skin "I have been using the 0.05 tretinoin generic brand for two months. It has done a great improvement on my skin. The beginning was rough but I continued till my skin was adjusted and now I use it every night. It's cheaper in Mexico if you have a chance to get there."

• Finally...
• February 5, 2016

For Acne "Had severe chronic acne for almost a decade.Despite my struggle I stayed away from Retin A and Tretinoin, because of reviews stating the horrible peeling, redness, and eventual ineffectiveness.Luckly a year ago I came across a heaven sent dermatologist, who understood this product and gave me specific care instructions not just "here put this on your face, good luck". Because of the severity of my acne I didn't see real results until 6 months in( most people see dramatic changes at 3 months).The months leading up to being clear were tough.I broke out WAY MORE then ever before.However, I at month 6 people started complementing my skin.And now at month 9,even the texture of my skin is firmer and more youthful( mine was adult acne)."

• Girl...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 29, 2016

For Acne "I have always had a problem with acne. My doctor recommended me this gel and I have to say I can see the results. I would pick at my pimples and I would have scars .Then as I started to use the gel there slowly fading. But I still have some acne on my forehead . Hopefully by the end of February my face is back to new ."

• Colt...
• January 26, 2016

For Acne "This worked fantastic for me, I had really bad acne, I put it on everyday at bedtime, and now my face is like brand new, no more acne or scars, my skin is like baby skin now. But you have to stick it out, it takes time for it to start working. You have to use it every day and after about 3 months you will start to see a big difference, and after 6 months to a year you will not believe your eyes. You will go thru the burning, redness and a lot of peeling in the first few months, but that's the signs of showing that it's working, but after a few months your skin will adapt, it did for me. I also used a skin moisturiser in the mornings to give my skin some relief before i went to work. I can't stress it enough that you have to STICK IT OUT."