Tretinoin overdose - are there any side threatening side effects?

Thank you for reaching out with your concerns about managing rosacea and malar bags. It’s understandable that you’re seeking effective non-surgical treatments to address these issues. Here are some professional recommendations that may help: Rosacea Management: Topical Treatments: Pre...

Tretinoin cream (generic; brand names include Retin-A, Renova, others) is a topical retinoid that can be used for certain skin conditions, but its use for dark underarms (axillary hyperpigmentation) is not a standard or widely studied indication. However, tretinoin has been studied for axillary...

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Isotretinoin, commonly known by its brand name Accutane, is indeed an effective option for treating enlarged sebaceous glands, particularly when...

Hello! My name is Jessica, I am a physician assistant, and one of the providers at Aesthetic Skin in Winnetka and Chicago. This is a great question. Based on your concerns, I recommend treatments with CO2 resurfacing lasers in the area of concern to help smooth out the texture of your skin. CO2...

Hi there, Thank you for sharing your concern and photo. I can completely understand how frustrating and confusing it can feel when you’ve been given mixed answers about your skin. Tretinoin is one of my favorite topical medications because it does more than just treat acne, it also helps s...

Thank you for reaching out with your concerns about post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation (PIH). I understand how frustrating it can be to deal with skin changes, especially when you previously had clear skin. Tretinoin and PIH: Tretinoin, a retinoid commonly used for acne treatment, can indeed...