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Wed Dec 08, 2010 8:07 pm  |
| you know how it makes a moisturizer for effective when you mix it with HA, is the same true if I mix it with Retin-A? will it intensify the RA? |
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Thu Dec 09, 2010 3:38 am |
Absolutely no. Don't mix it. To get the greatest benefits from RA, don't add ANYTHING.
I know many people mix it with a moisturizer to decrease the drying effects, but ideally, leave it alone if you want to get the best possible results (albeit with some of the unpleasant side effects.) |
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Vehicle is a 1952 scratch and dent model....olive-ish, dry skin, long curly gray hair. Staples: Tazorac, 2mm Dermaroller, Anti Aging Light Stim, Devita Sunscreens, homemade C serums, some positive affirmations and whatever else it takes! Kicking and screaming the whole way... |
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Thu Dec 09, 2010 4:32 am |
I agree w/mountaingirl.
HA & moisturizer work well together because HA draws in moisture. |
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Thu Dec 09, 2010 4:28 pm |
| yes I understand that it is best used alone, but until my skin adjusts, I'd rather dilute it. will mixing it with the HA and RA cause a chemical reaction or anything bad? I just don't want to give myself a burn or anything. I know that mixing RA with other acids can do that. |
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Thu Dec 09, 2010 4:50 pm |
| If you want to mix your retin-a you are better off using a basic moisturizer. Using HA could just make you drier. |
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Fri Dec 10, 2010 4:06 am |
| I agree with GirlieGirl. One other thing that helps in the winter when you are using RA..sleep with a humidifier running in your bedroom. It really makes a difference! My routine is to cut back to using RA only 2-3 times a week in the winter and putting an oil on my skin at night on the other days (hemp or emu.) I also shave the peelies if they do surface...and wear a good moisturizer/sunscreen during the day. I credit 75% of my "good skin" to the use of RA! |
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