Post by @kglow.choi

Tretinoin, YES or NO a pharmacist answers 1. Should you use tretinoin every night? — NO Please don’t. Even once a week can be enough, and 2–3 nights a week is plenty for most people. 2. Is tretinoin only for acne? — NO It’s great for acne, but it’s also one of the best-studied treatments for skin aging. Fine lines, dark spots, and rough texture can all improve. 3. Is it better to use moisturizer with tretinoin? — YES Absolutely. It can reduce irritation without ruining the benefits. Try the sandwich method: moisturizer, tretinoin, then moisturizer again. 4. Can you use vitamin C with tretinoin? — YES, BUT SEPARATE THEM Use vitamin C in the morning and tretinoin at night. Especially when you’re starting, don’t layer them together. 5. Should you use more for faster results? — NO A pea-sized amount is enough. More product usually means more irritation, not better results. 6. Can you skip sunscreen on days you don’t use tretinoin? — NO Your skin is still turning over even on off-days. Wear sunscreen every morning. 7. Can you use tretinoin if you're planning a pregnancy? — NO Avoid it during pregnancy and even when you're planning one. It’s safer to stop beforehand. 8. Will you see results in a couple of weeks? — NO Real change takes 8–12 weeks, and wrinkles can take even longer. Give it about 3 months before you judge the results. #tretinoin #retinoid #skincare #pharmacist #antiaging