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It's winter now& i have started using 0.05% tretinoin cream 30m after cleansing, i mix a pea size amount in with moisturiser. how often to use? thnx

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Winter skin: You may use the mixture when your skin appears chapped or dry.

Answered 4/22/2014

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