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I've been on tretinoin cream for 7 weeks. the dryness finally stopped but in still really red. when can i expect the redness to go away?

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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Redness: Tretinoin cream can cause dryness and redness. You should use a moisturizer such as virgin coconut oil. It may take 3-4 weeks for the redness to improve

Answered 11/25/2014

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