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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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Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

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.

Dr Hick agreed

Answered 11/23/2020

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Dr. Paul Vitenas answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Surgery

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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A member asked:

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

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Oscar Novick answered

Dr Hick agreed

Dr. Paul Vitenas answered

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