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Retinoid therapy is likened to a method that can cure all skin problems. In fact, Retinoids have been widely used in the treatment of acne, reducing wrinkles, supporting the treatment of psoriasis, warts,...
1. Effects of Retinoid therapy in skin care and beauty
1.1 Acne Treatment If you have moderate to severe acne, have tried other treatments but have not improved, you may consider using a retinoid. When applied to the skin, retinoids can unclog pores, allowing other acne creams and active ingredients to work better. Besides, retinoids also reduce the growth of acne by preventing dead cells from clogging pores. Thanks to its ability to clear acne and control acne, Retinoids prevent the formation of acne scars.
Retinoid therapy reduces oil production, killing bacteria that cause acne and inflammation. To use, you just need to apply a pea-sized amount of Retinoid cream to your skin once a day (after washing your face for 20-30 minutes).
When using Retinoids for the first time, you may notice redness, peeling or worsening of acne. You can minimize these reactions by taking a retinoid every other day until your body gets used to it. Or you can also mix Retinoid with moisturizer for gentle skin care.
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1.2 Wrinkle reduction Tretinoin is the first FDA-approved Retinoid to treat skin wrinkles. This type of retinoid works by stimulating the skin to increase the production of new collagen. In addition, it also stimulates new blood vessels in the skin, making the skin more ruddy, reducing age spots, thickening of the skin. At the same time, Tretinoin also helps prevent the effects of ultraviolet radiation (in the sun) on the skin. The use of Retinoids in combination with products with alpha-hydroxy helps smooth skin.
How to use Retinoid to reduce skin wrinkles is: Apply cream to face, neck, chest, hands and forearms at least 2 times a week. Normally, it takes 3 - 6 months of regular use of the product to see the effect of reducing wrinkles. Best results will be seen after 6 - 12 months of using Retinoid.
1.3 Psoriasis Treatment Retinoids may slow the growth of skin cells in patients with psoriasis. To use a retinoid, you apply a small amount of it to the sore once before going to bed. Usually, your dermatologist will prescribe you to use a retinoid cream or gel in conjunction with steroid treatment.
1.4 Wart Treatment Retinoids may also be indicated for the treatment of warts, especially when other treatments have failed. Retinoid cream works on the principle of disrupting the growth of wart cells.
How to Use Retinoids to Treat Warts: Follow your doctor's instructions when applying Retinoids to warts. It may take several months for the warts to disappear completely. Accordingly, retinoids may be the best treatment for flat warts on the hands.
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2. Side effects when using Retinoid
While Retinoids are useful for many skin problems, they still have some risks including:
Dryness and skin irritation; Change in skin color; Make the skin more sensitive to sunlight; Redness, swelling, crusting, or blistering of the skin. To minimize the above side effects, you need to:
Avoid the sun: If you often have to work outdoors, you need to avoid the sun between 10 am - 2 pm, because this is the time when the sun is strongest. . At the same time, you should apply sunscreen with a sun protection factor (SPF) above 30, wear protective clothing such as long-sleeved shirts, long pants, wide-brimmed hats,...; Do not use the product more often or more often than directed by your doctor or directed on the packaging. This both does not increase the effectiveness and easily causes unwanted side effects; Use moisturizer in combination with Retinoids to reduce skin dryness and not affect the effectiveness of the product; Women who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant should not use retinoids. Retinoid therapy can treat many skin problems. When using Retinoid products, users need to strictly follow the instructions on the package or as prescribed by their doctor to ensure the best therapeutic effect and minimize unwanted side effects.
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Reference source: webmd.com
