Post by @theskinspecialist_1

Tretinoin dryness does NOT automatically mean your skin barrier is compromised 👏🏼 When you first introduce tretinoin, dryness, flaking and a little tightness can be completely normal and expected while your skin adjusts to Vitamin A It doesn’t necessarily mean you need to panic and stop using it, your skin is adapting to a very powerful ingredient✨ (head to the link in my bio if you’re looking to start your tretinoin journey and would like my help in doing so!🫶🏼) The key is to introduce tretinoin low and slow and really ramp up the hydration alongside it! Think hydrating toners/serums, a good barrier-supporting moisturiser and, of course, SPF every single day If you start to feel dry, you can reduce your frequency and give your skin more recovery time between applications, but a little initial dryness isn’t a reason to give up on tretinoin altogether Stay consistent, stay SUPER hydrated and give it time to work🤍 Persistent burning, significant redness, swelling, cracking or painful irritation is different, stop and speak to your prescriber/skin professional.