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I was using differin (adapalene) and tretinoin cream then my face peeled and scaled really bad so i stopped using them. and now i'm breakout bad:/? wat i do
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Add moisturizer: Go back to using your meds but when your face gets dry use a moisturizer such as coconut oil and stop the drugs for a few days.
Answered 11/23/2020
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Differin adn Retin A (tretinoin): If you are starting to peel just decrease the frequency of usage of these products.
Answered 9/28/2016
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