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[shiloh 81]

I just started using using the New CeraVe cream serum with Retinol. I only use it 3x a week but I notice some drying/flaking. Will this eventually go away if I continue use or should I cut back to 2 days a week? I want to continue using it because my skin is already looking clearer and is so soft. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you

[Day1128]

I use the prescription Retin A (tretinoin) and I get some flaking, more in the winter. I do alternate nights I use it when there is a lot of flaking. I also use the Philosophy exfoliating face cleanser in the mornings, then a moisturizer, and my skin looks good. 

Maybe try exfoliating in the morning with your current routine, then a good moisturizer or oil.The flaking does goes away for me, it's just finding the best routine for you. 

[JeanLouiseFinch]

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@shiloh 81 wrote:
I just started using using the New CeraVe cream serum with Retinol. I only use it 3x a week but I notice some drying/flaking. Will this eventually go away if I continue use or should I cut back to 2 days a week? I want to continue using it because my skin is already looking clearer and is so soft. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you

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Are you exfoliating?  That's an important part of skincare too.  You can do what you want, cut back temporarily or tough it out until your skin adjusts, which it should. 

[shiloh 81]

Yes, I'm exfolianting I use CeraVe SA Lotion and use a muslin cloth when washing my face and there is some salicylic acid in the serum. I had no dry spots at all till starting the serum I've used it Monday Wednesday and friday. I thought only 3 days a week would be a good start.

[Drythe]

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@shiloh 81 wrote:
I just started using using the NewCeraVe cream serum withRetinol. I only use it3x a week but I notice some drying/flaking. Will this eventually go away if I continue use or should I cut back to 2 days a week? I want to continue using it because my skin is already looking clearer and is so soft. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you

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As a long time Retin - A user, I had heavy flaking at first, it lasted for several months.  My Derm. said keep on using, and I'm glad!

I thought of it as wrinkles and baddies coming off!

[tototwo]

CereVe makes a Retinol serum??!!  That's news to me!  Thank you!

[shiloh 81]

No problem. Other than some flaky skin from the seum I'm really liking the results. I've used other Retinol before and couldn't tolerate it. But CeraVe is awesome.

[Bigbro]

I still have flaking after 5 years ! I have light/med skin that is sensitive. I use .05 in the summer and winter use a lower .025. I mix a moisturer with it but still get flaking. I better start using a better cream !

[wilma]

As others have posted here you need to find what works best for you and your skin. I use prescription strength Retin A, and I have very oily skin even though I am over 50. I use my Retin-A three times a week. I have a bit of flaking. I use a little bit of oil in the morning on these areas and that seems to help.  I also exfoliate on the nights I do not use Retin-A. 

[Fish in the Sea]

I'm thrilled to hear this, too! I didn't know they made a Retinol cream! I would imagine it's a much more reasonable price than others!