Retin-A works by promoting the turnover of skin cells, which helps to prevent the clogging of pores and reduce the formation of acne lesions. It can also help to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and mottled skin discoloration, and to make rough facial skin feel smoother.
While Retin-A can be very effective, it can also cause side effects, including skin redness, dryness, itching, scaling, mild burning, or worsening of acne during the first 2 to 4 weeks of using the medication. These side effects usually decrease with continued use of the medication.
It's important to use Retin-A exactly as directed by your physician and to avoid exposure to sunlight or artificial UV rays, such as sunlamps or tanning beds, while using the medication, as it can make your skin more sensitive to UV rays.
(Oct 4, 2023)