
✅ DO’s of Tretinoin ✔️ Start slow • 2–3 nights/week initially • Use a pea-sized amount for the entire face ✔️ Apply on dry skin • Wait 20–30 minutes after washing before applying ✔️ Moisturize well • Use the sandwich method (moisturizer → tretinoin → moisturizer) if sensitive ✔️ Use sunscreen daily (non-negotiable) • SPF 30–50, broad spectrum • Reapply if outdoors ✔️ Be patient • Results take 6–12 weeks • Mild purging is normal initially ✔️ Use only at night ⸻ ❌ DON’Ts of Tretinoin ❌ Don’t overuse • More ≠ faster results • Overuse = irritation, peeling, barrier damage ❌ Don’t mix with strong actives initially • Avoid AHA/BHA, Vitamin C, Benzoyl Peroxide (unless guided) ❌ Don’t apply on wet skin • Increases irritation ❌ Don’t skip moisturizer thinking it will reduce acne • Dry, irritated skin breaks out more ❌ Don’t use during pregnancy or breastfeeding ❌ Don’t expect overnight glow • Tretinoin is a long-term skin investment ✨ pro tip - If irritation appears → reduce frequency, not stop completely.
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