Retin-A 0.1% Cream 45gm : Has anyone experienced severe side effects? An engaging, specific thread title

Retin-A is tough on the skin at first. Are you using a moisturizer with it? Sometimes people make the mistake of applying Retin-A without a moisturizer or sunscreen, especially at night. That can lead to a lot of irritation and dryness. Try a gentle moisturizer before bed.

I’ve seen some real changes in my skin and the acne is going away but I have to watch for irritation. Definitely a lot of redness for a while but I feel like it was worth it. I have to use it less often and also use a sunscreen in the morning.

My skin reacted really badly to Retin-A. I had to stop using it completely. I switched to a gentler retinoid and it's been much better. I was very disappointed but it was not worth it.

I’ve also had the blisters thing and I think it comes from the very thin skin around my eyes. The worst was the peeling of the skin. I moisturized and got better and then started using it only a few times a week. Also I stopped using it at night. The morning application was much better..

I had a similar experience at first. It sounds like you're having a pretty strong reaction. I found that switching to every other day helped a lot. Itching and warmth can be a sign of irritation, so give your skin some time to adjust. I was pretty frustrated, but I've got good results now.

You should see a doctor if the burning is really bad but it always takes a bit of time to get used to it. Also, at least in my case, the moisturizer thing is key. Use a really lubricating one before bed.

Seems like a lot of side effects. I wish my doctor had warned me about them. Maybe it is worth going to a dermatologist instead.

I've been using Retin-A for a few months now, and I've had some redness and dryness. I started using a hyaluronic acid serum before applying the Retin-A, and it's made a huge difference. It's really helped with the dryness and irritation. Give it a try!

It's a tough medication. The benefits are amazing but I can't disagree with those who are frustrated by it. Don't get your hopes up too soon. It takes a long time until it really works.