Tretinoin topical for Acne User Reviews (Page 2)

• Coc...
• November 28, 2019

Tretinoin topical "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."

• Nik...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 5, 2016

Tretinoin topical "Well, it all hasn't been fun and games when it comes to my acne. I'm a light-skinned African dude of 25, and I have had acne since I was 17. Pretty long time, huh? I know. It all started as some pretty rash that got me obsessed. I've used pretty much everything except surgery; and I never went to a physician for it. All over-the-counter topical application, and I touch my face pretty much all the time. It's not easy when a handsome guy gets his confidence slowly stripped every day for almost a decade. Lol. It got worse this past month (like my pimples joined up X-Men and became mutants!), and I was forced to see a physician. Retin-A to the rescue. Retin-A and Doxycycline capsules. Just two weeks in, and I can tell I've found the cure for acne!"

• sas...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 19, 2013

"Be patient. The first few weeks it got a little worse, but it has been clear since, and I've been using it for 6 months! It made blackheads disappear and scars clear, and there is no acne at all! Great product."

• LCh...
• October 21, 2013

Tretinoin topical "Atralin is an amazing ointment for acne-prone, sensitive skin. I got a prescription for the topical gel because I was having mild to moderate breakouts and had acne scarring that had occurred before I went on Accutane. My skin is very sensitive, so I needed a mild gel. Every night I put a pea-sized amount into my palm, mixed it with a small amount of my facial night cream, dabbed bits of the mixture all over my face and neck, and then applied my night cream as usual. At first, I was discouraged because I was very consistent with my regimen and did not see results for many weeks. Then, after about three months of daily use, my acne and acne scarring began to clear up dramatically. I have not had a blemish in months!"

• Car...
• September 26, 2014

"20-year-old female. I have been using this for more than 12 months. The first few weeks, my face was slightly red and irritated, so I added an oil-free moisturizer before applying. I also experienced an initial breakout, but after a little over 2 months, my face started to clear up. Now I'm 100% clear, and it's helping me get rid of scars and red marks. Patience is really the key with this treatment."

• Anonymous
• May 17, 2009

Tretinoin topical "Never had acne but started breaking out in my mid-20s. I was put on Benzaclin, which helped heal faster but wasn't really preventing anything. I was really hesitant to go on any tretinoin cream because of the dreaded 'it gets worse before it gets better'. My dermatologist insisted this gel is very gentle, and most people actually don't have an initial breakout from this. I trusted him and decided to start using it. It was the best decision I made. I never had an initial breakout, only some peeling for the first few weeks until my skin got used to it. I have been on it for 5 months now and probably only have had one or two pimples since then, and they go away within a day or two now."

• Jef...
• February 1, 2019

"I have been using tretinoin cream for the last 3 months now, and it truly changed my life. I suffered from mild to moderate acne on my neck for around 8 months. I used the 0.01% for 2 months and then increased to 0.025% for the last month. Using this cream really makes things worse before they get better, but keep on going with it. You really have to wait 3 months to see results. Acne flares would come and go, but now I can clearly see the difference in how the pimples form and heal. The amount and severity of acne really diminished since I started. The best advice I would give is DO NOT LOOK AT YOURSELF TOO MUCH IN THE MIRROR, make it quick! Acne will affect you more emotionally if you keep on looking at it. I would cry and be so depressed for the last 3 months. If you are using tretinoin, give yourself at least a few months before seeing improvement, but it is totally worth it. I now feel that I got my life back. Have hope, tretinoin really does wonders."

• Bil...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 4, 2014

"I've never done a review, so that's saying something here. I've only been on Retin-A for about two weeks, and I'm already seeing fantastic results. I had mild acne, usually one to two cystic-like pimples always on my face, and tons of blackheads across my chin, and I had two giant red splotches of skin near the corners of my mouth for months! Two weeks of 0.1% and they're already fading! The pimples are already gone too! Only been dealing with some mild peeling, dryness, and slight redness of the skin, but I know that's normal. I never thought I'd feel fine going out in public ever again."

• App...
• July 13, 2016

Tretinoin topical "Got on retinol because of acne scars. I was hesitant in the beginning because everyone complains about how it makes acne worse before it gets better. My advice to you is to start out slowly and allow your skin to adjust. I started off with using it once a week and gradually moved on to three times, and I have not experienced purging. Also, my skin's pretty smooth and my scars are fading. Another thing, just use Vaseline as a moisturizer-why should you bother your skin with extra chemicals? Also, be wary of doctors who just hand you the retinol with no proper instructions. I researched extensively before buying the product, and to my surprise, the doctor couldn't even advise that only a pea-sized amount is to be used. Patience pays, people :)"

• spe...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 23, 2013

"A ton of reviews consisted of people saying this product just dried their skin out and made them break out way worse. In those reviews most of them also stated they started using this cream every other day from the start. Don't! I have not had the same experience. My dermatologist told me to start by using this cream once a week for the first two weeks and then gradually increase up to every other day if needed. I started this cream 3 weeks ago using it once a week for two weeks and now have started using it twice a week. I haven't had peeling, burning, or redness, and I've actually seen my acne improve already! I will use it twice a week for another 2 weeks and then use it 3 times a week. It appears better to think long term, not a quick fix."

• yes...
• January 24, 2015

Tretinoin topical "I have only been using this with Benzaclin for about 2 months, and I can already see an improvement. My pores are smaller, skin is smoother, and my tone is more even. I am 25 and have tried almost everything! I use Benzaclin in the morning and Retin-A at night. For the first month, I noticed 0 improvement, but now I'm starting to see it!"

• Lov...
• September 20, 2015

Tretinoin topical "Retin-A is a life changer. I struggled with moderate acne from about age 12. I tried Differin in high school, with some minor success, but still got plenty of breakouts and my skin was dull. I went to the doctor and got Retin-A about 2 years ago, and it is a miracle product. My skin is beautiful. I routinely get compliments on my skin from friends and family, and can name multiple instances in which perfect strangers have told me that I have stunning skin. My skin is smooth and seems to glow. A plus is that Retin-A prevents wrinkles, so now that I'm in my twenties and preparing to see my first fine lines, I am happy to have that added benefit. TIP: Give this stuff 6 months to work. I almost gave up and am glad I held out."

• pnw...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 27, 2017

"I've been using the 0.05% tretinoin for 4 months now. I would apply a pea-sized amount every single night 20 minutes after washing my face. I read a couple of pages of the reviews down below, and the people who've complained about their acne getting worse or not seeing any improvements are the ones who haven't been using the product consistently and only reported their 'results' after a couple of weeks of using it. YOU MUST BE PATIENT AND DEDICATED. My acne got a lot worse and fluctuated quite often during the first 3 months, but I stuck with the medication. I used to have clusters of closed comedones and whiteheads that would sometimes turn into hard, painful bumps. As of now, my face is 80% clear! I just have to deal with the hyperpigmentation."

• GAa...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• April 18, 2017

"I had suffered for about 3 years with adult onset acne when I finally decided to see a dermatologist. My acne was gradually getting worse. I was prescribed oral antibiotics, topical antibiotics for the AM, and Tretinoin for the PM. The first few months on this product were horrible. My epidermis literally was sloughing off. I would experience a burning sensation with its application, and when applying moisturizer, but it was not so intense that I could not tolerate it. I was so embarrassed to be in public. I Googled reviews of the product every night for months just for reassurance that this was the right course of action. I totally doubted its capabilities. The encouraging reviews that stated it would be worth it kept me going. They were so right."

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

Tretinoin topical "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."

• san...
• November 26, 2013

Tretinoin topical "I started getting small bumps (not exactly pimples, but should be taken care of immediately, else, it would grow into pimples later) on my forehead and chin areas. It started to spread to my cheeks too. I first started using Retin-A cream. Initially, I had lots of new breakouts, but didn't give up my patience. New breakouts started to fade out on continuous application at only nights after cleansing with Episoft lotion. After a month I started applying Retin-A, my skin texture, pimple marks, and uneven skin tone have improved drastically. The only thing is to use this product only at night after proper cleansing. Initially, this will cause skin peeling and irritation."

• Car...
• August 9, 2016

Tretinoin topical "I've been using Retin-A for about a week now. If you have oily skin or experience breakouts every morning like me, I would definitely recommend this. I use the .01% dosage recommended by my doctor. They told me I may experience peeling of the skin. My skin has peeled in some spots, but it's not very noticeable. I removed the peeled skin by using baking soda and water (great exfoliant!). Skin varies by person. I've given up on every acne regimen and decided to see my doctor. I swear by this stuff. All my acne scars are fading, and my skin has become significantly smoother."

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

Tretinoin topical "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

"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."

• hal...
• April 7, 2015

"I've been using the 0.025 dosage, and my skin is the smoothest it's ever been. My worst nightmare was coming to school with cakey makeup and pimples peeking through. It's been three months, and my skin is 100% clear with light scars. This is the best thing I ever did for my skin!"

• Ran...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 4, 2020

"The first few weeks, you feel like giving up. Made my skin look very shiny in a weird way, peeling was hard to cover, and the initial purge sucked. That said, like everyone has mentioned on here, it gets better. The purge is cleaning you out, so keep this perspective. I did not feel good about my skin during that time, but I'm so glad I stuck with it. I'm now at week 9 and have 3-4 pimples on my face, skin is super smooth and looks really glowy. Every day keeps getting better. I'm still peeling on and off, but it's less than it used to be. Just ease in slowly so you don't get crazy red or peely. I did about 2-3 a week to start and now at 4x a week. Love that this gets rid of hyperpigmentation quickly."

• Liv...
• August 1, 2020

Tretinoin topical "Retin-A... wow is all I can say. This product is amazing. I had small, stubborn little bumps (clogged pores) and just overall comedonal acne. Retin-A has completely cleared my skin and made it look even better than it did before I had acne. My skin is so smooth, and it just continues to boost my skin confidence. I've been on Retin-A for about a year and use “Retin-A Micro Pump Gel 0.06%.” I did purge a lot and had slight dryness/irritation in the beginning, but I didn’t mind it because I WANTED to get rid of the small bumps that were clogged pores. My top advice about this product is using it consistently! This product works slowly (but effectively) and will take some time to produce the wonderful results. Also, I still get a pimple occasionally, but nowhere near what I had. The pimple will usually come and go quickly with this product. I use a moisturizer and a good SPF sunscreen. This is the BEST, so stick it out during the purging phase because it is WORTH IT."

• man...
• October 31, 2008

Tretinoin topical "This medication is extremely effective when used properly. I developed whiteheads on my cheeks and had rather large pores on my nose with blackheads. I have been using the medication for a total of six months now. Initially, I had some redness, moderate peeling, and some slight burning right after applying the medication. After about three weeks, the side effects subsided, and I started to notice my skin clearing, pore size minimizing, and an overall evening of complexion. I used Phisoderm Deep Cleansing face wash morning and night and then used Neutrogena Oil-free moisturizer with SPF 15 in the morning. My face is very oily, so I did not experience much dryness."

• Anonymous
• December 31, 2010

Tretinoin topical "I am 39 years old, experiencing hormonal acne along the jawline and T-zone. As others noted, I used Acanya and Atralin together, experiencing excellent results. I now just use Atralin (and have for a year). I love it. I think it helps fade my melasma too. I also take a vitamin called Herpanacine. It has helped tremendously with my body acne, which is nearly impossible to fight without a horrible pill. It is natural, no side effects, and really, really works. I wish I had known about it earlier in life, would have saved me some heartache... which is why I want to share."

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

Tretinoin topical "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."