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08-31-2014 08:22 PM
I am 56 years old and have good skin with very few lines or wrinkles, just a few fine lines around my eyes. Several years ago, in my early 40's, I was dealing with some adult acne and the doc prescribed Retin-A. I had a huge red, irritating rash reaction and stopped it immediately.
The only thing I use on my face now is moisturizer and eye cream. I know I should be using something more, some kind of retinol, serum, something. My skin is normal.
Any recommendations on where I should start?
08-31-2014 08:26 PM
I used to use a retinol serum by Neutrogena that I liked a lot before I started Retin A. It was highly rated by Consumer Reports and I did see some clarity and brightening of my skin with it. I can't remember which one I used, but I believe Neutrogena makes a few retinol serums.
Curious -- do you know what strength Retin A you were using? Could you try a lower strength? I am a Retin A believer!
08-31-2014 08:40 PM
I use both Retin-A and the PTR Retinol Fusion PM (not together). You really do need to start slow with any retinol. Plus, a tiny amount goes along, long way. If you decide to go with the Rx I would ask for the lowest strength.
08-31-2014 08:41 PM
You sound as if your skin is doing well with your current regimen.
If you want to add any products, I would recommend retinol and a Vitamin C serum. There are a myriad of good choices. I also did not do well with Retin-A years ago, and now my derm advises that I stick with OTC to avoid irritation and dryness.
I use Paula's Choice Resist Intensive Wrinkle-Repair retinol serum, but she now has a stronger one available that is 1% strength. I don't know whether I will switch to it.
I also use NCN's Vitamin C serum and their Multi-Active Matrixyl 25% serum. Love them both.
08-31-2014 09:33 PM
On 8/31/2014 suzyQ3 said:You sound as if your skin is doing well with your current regimen.
If you want to add any products, I would recommend retinol and a Vitamin C serum. There are a myriad of good choices. I also did not do well with Retin-A years ago, and now my derm advises that I stick with OTC to avoid irritation and dryness.
I use Paula's Choice Resist Intensive Wrinkle-Repair retinol serum, but she now has a stronger one available that is 1% strength. I don't know whether I will switch to it.
I also use NCN's Vitamin C serum and their Multi-Active Matrixyl 25% serum. Love them both.
SuzyQ, had you tried any other Vitamin C serum before you found NCN's? I know Nancy's is supposed to be the best, by many. I wish she had a sample size or maybe I should try a less expensive one to see if it works for me.
08-31-2014 09:37 PM
On 8/31/2014 suzyQ3 said:You sound as if your skin is doing well with your current regimen.
If you want to add any products, I would recommend retinol and a Vitamin C serum. There are a myriad of good choices. I also did not do well with Retin-A years ago, and now my derm advises that I stick with OTC to avoid irritation and dryness.
I use Paula's Choice Resist Intensive Wrinkle-Repair retinol serum, but she now has a stronger one available that is 1% strength. I don't know whether I will switch to it.
I also use NCN's Vitamin C serum and their Multi-Active Matrixyl 25% serum. Love them both.
I use the Paula's Choice Resist Intensive Retinol Serum and NCN Vitamin C Serum too. I like to use the Vitamin C during the day and the Retinol at night. I had some problems with Retin-a too, so I've decided to stick with Retinol.
08-31-2014 09:46 PM
I got a retinol product from my derm. It was so gentle and pretty effective---and very expensive. Sorry, I don[t remember the name, but asking your derm is an option. If I win the lottery, I will get it again!
People seem to like the IT serum...and Dr. Denese's products are good, too.
08-31-2014 10:12 PM
I like Serious Skincare Retinol, I have a friend who loves Roc.
08-31-2014 10:14 PM
Dr. Jeanette Graf on HSN. I have very reactive skin and have had no problems. Price is very good also.
08-31-2014 10:20 PM
On 8/31/2014 F1wild said:I use both Retin-A and the PTR Retinol Fusion PM (not together). You really do need to start slow with any retinol. Plus, a tiny amount goes along, long way. If you decide to go with the Rx I would ask for the lowest strength.
I use the same things. I found that retin-a is hard on my skin except where I am oily. I am now using it on top of my night cream and although it works slower it does work. The cream also seems gentler than the gel but that is my opinion.
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