Over the summer I used Retin-A and by the second week of August it ran out. My acne was clear at that point (maybe 1-2 pimples a month) and I recently switched to Tretonoin (similar to Retin-A) two weeks ago. Well Im back in college and I am starting to break out more than usual. Im wondering whether it has to due with the severe weather change (from mild 75 to really hot 100) or is it the Tretonoin im on. Im puzzled because the medicine says you will break out within the first few weeks but if it was the same as my original (Retin-A) then how is it I am breaking out. Maybe a different formula meaning different brand or is it the weather? Please give me your opinions. Thx.
2007-09-02 08:20:55 · 4 answers · asked by USEyourBRAIN 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
More than likely you're breaking out because of the Tretonoin. However, I've noticed I break out when the weather changes especially at the beggining of the winter, probably because my skin gets so dried out from the cold. I would give the Tretonoin a couple of more weeks and if you're still breaking out you should probably call your dermatologist to make sure youre not having a reaction because i've had that happen to me before with NeoBenz Micro, it turns out i was having a reaction from the Benzoyl Peroxide in it.
2007-09-02 08:30:57 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well proactive doesnt really work for me..y dont u switch bak 2 retin-a if it was working 4 u coz wen u change da medicine all of a sudden dats wat happens...so try 2 get bak 2 retin a and try 2 eat less oily foods..hope i helped!!
2007-09-02 15:29:05 · answer #2 · answered by Megha 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
tretinon cream is really irritating to the face. i would ask your doctor for renova..it's retina a in the best form you can get it...and it's awesome and will keep your skin really clear. and use a glycolic cleanser twice a day. good luck!
2007-09-02 15:27:09 · answer #3 · answered by holly golightly 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
One word, Proactiv! Call them or order it on-line.
2007-09-02 15:25:22 · answer #4 · answered by Pinyon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋