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Navigating Retin A and Retinol: Advice from an Experienced Dermatologist
Retin A is the brand name for prescription topical tretinoin or all-trans retinoic acid, a vitamin A derivative that was first FDA approved in the 1970s for the treatment of acne. Since its introduction, tretinoin has become a first-line agent in the treatment of both acne and photodamage. Retinol, a non-prescription form of retinoic acid, …
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The Role of Vitamin A in Healthy Skin
Dermatologists in Florida and around the country mark November as National Healthy Skin Month, and although there are a number of potential topics to cover, this piece was motivated by the common question my patients ask: What “cream” should I use? However, the question they should really be asking is: What ingredient should I use? …