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Best otc retinols p?

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Roc products: These are onderful and not as irritating. Always apply 30 minutes after washing.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/26/2017

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Retinols: The five best products include: omosis correct psf retinol nite repair, skinfinite platinum pm cream 1% retinol, arcona vitamin a complex repair, and pranav reverse a. However, the best retin a (tretinoin) products are by prescription like Atralin or retin a (tretinoin) micro or tazorac.

Answered 12/1/2020

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Want to use anti-aging Retinol(I'm 47).Tried an OTC but caused some new wrinkles. Are OTC products effective or is better to get Rx from dermatologist?

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Purchased an OTC retinol face lotion and used it per directions for 1st time last night. Cheeks feel and look a bit warm and pink today. Normal? How long does this side effect last and does it usually diminish with continued use?

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Is there a face cream on the market containing both OTC and retinol (or by rx)? I am a senior woman with ugly vertical wrinkles on my cheeks.

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I have been breastfeeding and just read that retinol in otc creams are not good. What can happen to my baby and should I throw away all my milk?

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