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skinbrah
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Fri Jun 20, 2014 8:18 pm  |
Just got a prescription of 0.025% retin-a, but am having second thoughts now. Is it ok to start using it this young, my main intention to get rid of some clogged/large pores as well to improve my overall skin quality. Same with Vitamin C, I've ordered the ingredients necessary to make a DIY vitamin c serum w/Vitamin E.
Just wondering if these things will be ok to use. I do have some dark pigmentation/bags under my eyes and was wondering if my retin-a would be safe for that area to. |
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Fri Jun 20, 2014 9:30 pm |
I think Retin-A could be a good choice for you. I would start out slowly. Maybe once a week to start and then gradually increase.
I always suggest trying one new thing at a time. Once you are in the routine of the retin-a; maybe type the vitamin c serum slowly. Have you used C serum before? Is this DIY a new recipe?
I prefer to patch test areas; especially with new formulas. |
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skinbrah
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Fri Jun 20, 2014 9:35 pm |
| Autumn1995 wrote: |
I think Retin-A could be a good choice for you. I would start out slowly. Maybe once a week to start and then gradually increase.
I always suggest trying one new thing at a time. Once you are in the routine of the retin-a; maybe type the vitamin c serum slowly. Have you used C serum before? Is this DIY a new recipe?
I prefer to patch test areas; especially with new formulas. |
Thank you!
So there is no negative long term effect of using retin-a at such a young age?
The recipe is a pretty popular one on reddit.
I'll probably introduce it after 4 weeks of Retin-a usage. I'm going to build up the concentration as the guide suggests, from 5 to 20%.
Bottom line is, will there be any negative long term effects from using these two things for a guy my age? |
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Sat Jun 21, 2014 11:42 am |
Okay I wouldnt use both,at 20 years old, Retin A is great and your derm will have prescribed it to you for good reason, but Vit C and Retin A may be too much for your skin, and the two combined might be a bit too much for your skin.
I've been using Retin A for over 30 plus years but I have worked with the same derm for that entire time and his advice has never failed me.
The most important thing you should do at all costs is make sure you have a strong sunscreen. Retin A makes your skin more prone to sun damage - so you need coverage and protection. Even if you dont use retin a protecting your skin will serve you well in the future! |
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