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I am 50 years old at the age of 45 i develop blemishes and i tried so many things including a dermatologist but nothing worked out tried more expensive lotions including eucerine which i am applying now for 4 months but no difference south african?

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Dr. Rebecca Poliskin answered

Try Tretinoin: A derivative of vitamin A, tretinoin is often very effective with acne blemishes. Brands such as Retin-A and Renova are examples of topical preparations with tretinoin.

Answered 5/16/2020

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A member asked:

I am 50 years old at the age of 45 i develop blemishes and i tried so many things including a dermatologist but nothing worked out tried more expensive lotions including eucerine which i am applying now for 4 months but no difference south african?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Rebecca Poliskin answered

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