How to use Tretinoin for Acne
Tired of battling stubborn acne and brown marks? Consult a dermatologist can help determine a treatment that works like tranexamic acid, azelaic acid, adapalene, tretinoin, and benzoyl peroxide etc. Adaplene is the first choice, however, if it does not help you might need a stronger combo. Read below for guidance on using tranaxemic acid with tretinoin for moderately severe acne with more than 20 comedones or 6+ red/pus-filled pimples along with brown acne marks.
What is this? Acne treatment regime for those who have used adaplene without any skin reaction
Who can use it? Oily to normal skin withmore than 20 blackheads/whiteheads or over 5 red/pus-filled pimples with mild brown scars.
Sensitive skin: Not recommended. Consult with a dermatologist before trying if your skin is red, itchy, or irritated.
Description
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MORNING REGIME
Step 1: Face wash
Cleansing helps remove excess oil, dust, dirt, and pollutants from your skin, preventing clogged pores that can lead to breakouts. Your skin should feel refreshed, not dry or tight, after cleansing. Cleanse your face up to three times a day following the technique shown in this video for optimal results.
Step 2: Moisturiser
Step 2: Moisturizer (optional for oily skin)
A moisturizer may only be needed if your skin feels dry after using other products in your routine. Apply a thin layer, starting with the U-zone and ending with the T-zone.
Recommended Product: Acne OC Moisturizer Cream is a light weight non-comedogenic option for acne prone skin.
Step 3: Morning Treatment Product
Use a treatment product with ingredients like Kojic Acid, Alpha Arbutin, Tranexamic Acid, or Azelaic Acid to help fade post-acne brown marks. Apply small dots across the face and massage gently. Avoid the area under your eyes.
Recommended Product: Fixderma SKARFIX -TX Face Cream has10% Tranexamic Acid + 2% Kojic Acid + 1% Arbutin that helps in reducing acne and post acne pigmentation.
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Step 4: Sunscreen
A lightweight sunscreen in a gel or fluid form protects the skin without clogging pores, providing crucial sun protection. Apply at least 30 minutes before going out. Use two fingertip-sized amounts, gently massaging to spread evenly. Reapply every 3 hours, and avoid heavy layering of products.
Recommended Product: KLM COSMOQ AC Sunscreen Gel is water based suncreen that is ultra light and non-comedogenic.
AFTERNOON REGIME
Wash your face in the afternoon if your skin feels oily. Suppose you can’t wash your face at the workplace, then wipe your face with cotton dipped in micellar water to remove excess oils and give an instant matt look. Re-apply sunscreen 30 minutes before going out in the sun.
NIGHT REGIME
Remove makeup with micellar water and wash your face folowed by moisturiser if neeeded as discused in morning routine.
Step 4 Night Treatment Product
At night, use Tretinoin for stubborn acne, such as red or pus-filled pimples, numerous blackheads, whiteheads, or frequent breakouts only if you have already tried adaplene without irritation. It is prescription-strength retinoid, to help prevent acne by increasing cell turnover and keeping pores clear. Use a pea-sized amount and apply it evenly over your face.
If your skin reacts to tretinoin then, follow the steps list below:
- Moisturize Sensitive Areas: Before applying tretinoin gel, apply moisturiser to the entire face if your skin is dry or sensitive.
- Apply tretinoin: Apply tretinoin gel specifically to the areas affected by acne.
- Monitor Skin Reaction: If your skin tolerates it well without any adverse reactions, you can gradually increase the application to the entire face the next night.
- Adjust Frequency: If your skin reacts (becomes dry, red, or irritated), reduce the frequency to alternate nights or even less frequently based on your skin’s tolerance.
- Additional Moisturization: For areas that are particularly dry or reactive, you can apply 2-3 layers of moisturizer to soothe and hydrate the skin.
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WEEKLY REGIME
Avoid harsh scrubs or peels. Instead, you can use a gentle mask like FCL PBA Face Mask once a week to help unclog pores and reduce excess oil. This mask contains alix Alba Extract, Hyaluronic Acid, Kojic Acid, Lactobionic Acid, Red Clay, Multifruit AHA that help in reducing oil sc retion, post acne mark and brighten up skin.
Additional information
Additional information
Gender | Female, Male |
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Skin Type | Normal/Combination, Oily |
Skin concern | Acne & Blemishes |
Acne scars | |
Age | 13-19 years, 20-40 years, 40-60 years |
Acne type | |
Country | India |
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