You look and feel ridiculous by painting out your face, but this was absolutely the BEST visual of the exact area in which to apply and that which to avoid I’ve ever seen!!! Thank you for this wonderful,informative and and helpful guide to trentinoin!!! No wonder my nose ,lips and chin are so extremely irritated and flakey! Much love,💋
This is the most instructional video I have watched. I'm a visual learner, and the visual of the sponge and the drawing on your face was great! Thanks!
I’ve been using tretinoin for 18 months and noticed a difference after about 5 months. From my experiences of problem areas I now apply my eye cream and lip balm first. Even avoiding the lips and eyes with the tretinoin it will seep in, so applying a moisturiser first seems to prevent the drying out I had been experiencing.
I have indeed, they are much better, I rarely need to use a concealer. Even with moisturiser on the eyes first a little tretinoin will seep up into the eye area but as long as your careful it will help smooth out the wrinkles. Have you watched “ hot and flashy” on you tube. She explains how tretinoin helps skin under the eyes.
I'm using A313 Vitamin A pommade which is a French brand on Amazon. Absolutely brilliant stuff - I've literally used it for one week so far and already the difference is very noticeable and I am truly amazed. It's cleared up pigmentation from spots and my skin is glowing at 44 years of age! French pharmacy brands are excellent. I've had no irritation whatsoever when used in conjuction with Embryolisse moisturising cream. I've been so impressed I have also purchased Ialuset cream which is a hyluronic acid cream as I've read good reviews on it and am excited to try this also. I really rate the A313 pommade.
I’m 55 and started using Tretinoin in February. I’ve slowly worked my way up to 0.1% and use every other day. My skin is looking fabulous! People don’t believe me when they learn that I’m 55. Soooo wish I would’ve started using Tretinoin years ago!!! I guess it’s better late then never! Great video....I love the way you explained it!🙂
Lisa Dearing I’m 37 and just starting. I too feel I just missed the mark a little...had I started 5 years ago I just never would have aged! LOL! Like you said though better late than never and I love comments and videos of women older than me getting amazing results beginning to use it in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s! Assures me that it’s worth it no matter when you start! I’ve even read comments from women in their 70’s who just started and say it’s doing wonders! So I mean, just glad to have discovered it really. I always just thought it was a gimmick like everything else. The fact that this isn’t common knowledge by now just blows my mind to be honest.
Sunshine Love thanks so much! Girl...if you’ve been using a Tretinoin since you were in your 20’s, I’m sure you look great! I too took a break over the summer but I’m back at it! Skin care is so important! I wish I would’ve realized it in my 20’s.
I started this with Dermatica 2 weeks ago, so far no side effects at all. I do use it on my brow bone as I have huge eye bags and it has already made a difference, so I look forward to other improvements to come and yes I use a factor 50+ every day. I am60 next Birthday so and really pleased to have found this company
You didn't look silly at all! What I really love is how you outlined your face while using that sponge analogy - you don't hear that anywhere and that is really surprising.
watched this twice. and will save this. wow. gemma, you are my number 1 channel i watch. i always come away with great information. here's to glowing 74 yo skin. yippee skippee
I've been using it for nearly 3 years. I used the 0.1% for 18 months but the peeling was horrendous and never really got any better so I've dropped back to the 0.05%. It has changed my skin so much and I will never be without it. X
Timing is everything! I am in the US and I went to my dermatologist this morning. My Retin A prescription has been filled and I will begin using it this evening. The face map and the tips that you share will hopefully save me from excessive dryness and peeling. Excellent video!!!!! Take care.
1 month in on my Dermatica Journey 🧴 the red pen looked hilarious but totally gets home the message of the application areas. 💯Your ideas and education methods literally outshine any other influencer. This video is up there with your Brow, eyeliner Tutorials 💄💋
I'm blessed with non sensitive skin and started .05 Tretinoin about 5 weeks ago. I started slowly but quickly got to nightly. If my skin feels slightly irritated or I see flaking, I skip a night. But you have to know your skin and I did a ton of research first to know the do's and don't's.
You are so right, it takes PATIENCE!!! I've been using trentinoin for 18 months or so. I have very sensitive skin. I started by using the lowest strength 1 night a week and increased usage by 1 day every month. I also use the cerave pm facial lotion directly afterward. On the middle strength now. I was going to increase to the strongest but for no explainable reason, my face got irritated. (Had been using the middle strength every night for about 6 weeks)I have a bunch of travel over the next month, so will wait until November to try it. I do know that sometimes in winter, you have to stop trying to increase it. In cold climates, sometimes that happens. Also, if your skin just out of the blue becomes irritated, try using a very soothing serum in the AM. I used Bobbi Brown extra repair serum ( I had some left over in my cabinet and thought it couldn't hurt) and it really helped me. This is just my experience, hope it helps someone.
Gemma you are absolutely the most knowledgeable, well-informed beauty/skin expert on You Tube ! I've learned so much from your videos. I started using Retinoid, Vitamin C and The Buffet from The Ordinary one month ago and it has changed my skin completely. Saw the Dermatologist today when she heard about my routine she asked me if I wanted a prescription for Retin A. I'm 68 and according to her I have very, very good skin. Going to try Retin A tomorrow. You have given me more information about this product than the doctor did. Thank you for all your hard work. So very much appreciated !
Woman, you did NOT look ridiculous you looked fantastically HELPFUL! I am putting my very first 2 pumps of Tretinoin on right now and I have your ‘Mickey’ pulled up on my iPad. I think I’ll be spending at least the next month watching and rewatching your videos on Tretinoin
I use 12% glycolic acid from Alpha Skin Care on my face in the daytime. And I use my 0.1% Tretinoin on my face at night. Immediately after cleansing my face with my CeraVe facial cleanser and pat dry, I put on my Retin-A immediately because with the damp skin it absorbs more quickly and right after that I apply either my Olay Regenerist micro-sculpting cream (fragrance free) or my CeraVe night cream which I do use immediately on my eyelids and under my eyes as well as everywhere else on my face, it is fragrance-free. I think I actually like the CeraVe night cream better. Alpha skin care also makes a 12% glycolic acid lotion for the body to help with the creepiness of the skin. It really does work. And yes you absolutely positively have to use a sunscreen if you use Retin-A or glycolic acid.
I'm in my first month of using the company here in the U.S. called Curology, sounds a whole lot like Dermatica. Great tips! Luckily no irritation yet. My cocktail that they prescribed for me is Niacinamide 4%, Tretinoin 0.01%, & Azelaic Acid 2%. Thanks for all the tips!
I just started with Curology as well. I'm prescribed Tretinoin 0.02%, Niacinamide 4%, and Tranexamic Acid 1%. I am getting my next shipment on 11/6! Fingers crossed for good results to all!
Hi Gemma, I totally agree with everything you said except for the part about using Retin-A on the neck. I have used a .025 strength for the past 6 years and my neck skin has improved dramatically. Skin is skin. The problem is that the neck can be very sensitive and I believe some suppliers want to avoid having people have adverse reactions on the neck so they don't recommend it. You can get the same results on the neck as on the face as long as you can tolerate it and go even slower than on the face.
Susanne - RangerMommy Thanks for the info! Have been wondering about using it on the neck. So many people say not to. Glad to hear it’s been okay for you.
I use tretinoin (0.05%) on my face then the retinol 1% in squalene from the ordinary on my neck as it’s much weaker. Eventually I plan on trying the “real stuff” on my neck too though once my skin has adjusted (just started). I agree, skin is skin so why not? If I react poorly to it I’ll just go back and stick to the mild stuff but either way my neck is getting some form of Retinol! Lol
I do the same. I use .05 on my face and chest and .025 on my neck. Have been doing this for years with no issues. I don’t feel the need to use the stronger .1% as I have great results with .05
Me too, I use it on my neck and then when it's dry I put Eucerin night cream on top my neck is not crepey and I feel its been beneficial the only place I don't use tret at the sides of my mouth and eye area
Thank you for drawing a line of where you apply Trentinoin, I am starting treatment soon and will be trying your method too avoid sensitive areas/ excessive drying!
Gemma, hearing you say naught made me think of my Father. His generation used that word all the time for zero. It’s rarely used in the U.S. anymore. I’m sure a lot of people never heard of the word. I had to listen carefully to hear how many zeros. I not only had a lesson in beauty products I’m not really familiar with, but I had a pleasant picture of my Dad helping me with arithmetic (that’s not used either anymore) and saying naught. Nice way to end my day. Your a gem 💎.
I should have learnt my lesson from my Dermarolling video....I had so many questions about the word nought. 🤣 I'll write it on a post it next time "ZERO" xxx
I have been using The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion for over two years now and have experience great success. So, I have been thinking about trying Tretinoin, mainly for the anti-aging benefits. Thank you for all this fantastic information... which I'm confident is better than anything a dermatologist would suggest!
Heads up folks! She is 100% right about not applying in this zone. Oh. My. Gawd. I watched this video a few weeks back when I was looking into starting a Retinol or retinoid treatment. I forgot the target zone you mentioned to apply/not apply last night when I tried my first retinoids (The Ordinary’s ‘Granactive’ retinoid 2% emulsion). I definitely made the mistake of applying wayyyy too close to the corners of my mouth. And within an hour or so the INSIDE of my mouth’s “skin” (not sure if the fleshy inside of your mouth is actually considered skin) became super dry. It felt very much like a dry cotton texture or how it feels after having a cut or sore in your mouth. This stuff really does permeate your skin and goes deep into it like a sponge. Thank you for sharing I will DEFINITELY never apply within this zone again. FYI I’m totally fine. It just feels gross on the inside corners of my mouth. Lesson learned!
Great video and timely too. I’m 41 and Ive just started Obaji Tret 0.05% just once a week at the moment with a small buffer of moisturiser. I’ve used retinol for some time now so I think my skins become used to actives but I definitely have some redness and peeling but slow and steady wins the race! 🤞🏻
ShadyPinesMa79 Hey thanks for asking. I’m using it 4 times a week roughly, I’m still peeling but applying moisturiser 15 minutes after is helping but I can honestly say it’s worth it. If I use it on consecutive days then my skin becomes angry and irritated. Are you on tret or considering it?
@@SammyG949 thanks for your reply :) I just started it 2 weeks ago and started getting some mild purging but no peeling at all. My skin type is very oily so that probably helps a bit. I figure now is the time to start while still social distancing and working from home.
Im 44 live in LA and go to Mexico once a month to see an ortho and recently noticed my skin changing, remembered hearing of RetinA went to a pharmacy there and picked up a tube of .05%, it was only 25 bucks! excited and scared to see how my skin reacts.🤞
We have in the U.S. Renova which is .05% with an emollient in it to reduce irritation, its easier for the skin to tolerate. My doctor had me use it a few times a week at first. I started with .025% then moved up to the Renova. After many many years I now use .01%. My doctor also said that in the beginning for the first 2 weeks expect your skin to be red, irritated, and peeling. Your video is great!
I use Tretinoin 1% on top of which I use Eucerin urea 5% moisturiser on top this considerably helps stop red dry skin and peeling I started with dermatica 0.25% moved up to 0.5% then to 1% I have been using this for 1 year and its made a massive difference people ask me what I use on my skin all the time I love Tretinoin you can manage the prescriptions yourself in terms of frequency I get mine every 32nd day
I'm 66, and have been using tretinoin for five years. I started with the lowest strength, then moved to .05 after two years, and am about to start the highest strength this week. This stuff is no joke! Trust me! Just like with sex, you will never regret going slow. It's when we rush into anything that we have our biggest regrets. Good luck!
i absolutely agreed with you with age! i never had any issue with my skin until i turned 25 years old and i’m now 26 turning 27 within the next 2 months & wow. my skin has change so much makes me very sad but at the same time i’m trying my best to find product that will work along with my skin :)
@@kimdebrito8668 Dermatica is around £20 a month and you can get a up to 0.1% tretinoin im sure. The only difference may be how much you are getting as dermatica is only a months worth of product, though it does sound like it would work out cheaper for you :)
So informative!! I will begin the Tretinoin journey when summer ends here in Georgia. I was told by my dermatologist not to begin Tretinoin in the summer. I think this is smart because this Georgia sun has been so intense this year. I loved that you showed us where to apply the cream by drawing on your face...SMART! I have saved this video and will watch it again when I begin my journey. 😊 Hugs
I think you guys are missing the point here. While it is most definitely fine to use tretinoin any time of the year, I’m pretty sure OP’s derm has only advised her against using during the summer just as a general precaution in order to minimize the side effects AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. Sort of like a “just in case” type of precaution, yknow?
THANK YOU for making this detailed video. I just got a script for tretinoin and ZERO instructions on how to use it from the dermatologist. After watching your video I can see that I've been doing it all wrong. I was using way too much, putting the extra on my neck... My face isn't flaking and falling off yet. *fingers crossed* Hopefully some heavy moisturizer will save me. Also, explaining how using a small amount will absorb and spread out explains how "using a pea size amount" would work. I couldn't wrap my brain around how I was only supposed to use a tiny amount to cover my face. Thanks again!
Omg! This was so helpful! I’ve need using Dermatica for over 8 months and am still only up to every couple days. I will say following application with Cerave night has helped a lot! Still get a little flaking on my chin 2 days after application so I’ve started to avoid my chin or applying near but not ON my chin has greatly reduced flaking. I wish this “avoid these areas” face map was provided when I first started! Thank you soo much!
Finally someone who knows the right way to apply retinoids! I was cringing watch other video of people putting over their eyes and on the entire face. 😬😬😬
Thanks Gemma!! So very very useful!, I just ordered mine yesterday!. I’d been watching some make up influencers in the US who also use it and I hadn’t heard of it. Of course I didn’t know how to get it here and thought it would be a ridiculous price!. Thanks so much for stating where we can get our hands in it here. I’m looking forward to starting mine alongside my NuFACE mini and led sensse mask. X❤
Here in the US we have Curology as well. I started on .01% daily with a rich moisturizer before. Within a month I moved up to .02% and have been doing that nightly for 2 months. My skin reacts best if use Clinique Intensive moisture from the moisture surge line right after I wash and dry my skin. This allows the moisturizer to soak in deeper and faster. About 5 minutes later, I add my Curology cream and I have had no issues with irritation. Before I put the moisturizer on first, I had to wait about 3 days 2 weeks apart to clear up irritation. I also tried 5 different moisturizers, including Cerave PM, and all irritated my skin after a couple of days even though I was using a very gentle cleanser. I finally tried the Clinique line, and none of those of the moisture surge line irritate me. I was told to use my lower strength at this point on my neck to help with hyperpigmentation and scarring. Once I get to a level that my neck skin gets irritated, I am to stop using it there and we are hoping that the hyperpigmentation will be faded or gone.
So grateful for you!! I’m from the Uk and knocking on the 40 door next year and this is a dream video. Everything you said is so true If you’re from the uk. I’ve been using Paula’s choice 1% for years now so this sounds perfect for my next step. Heading over to the site now to look into, just wanted to post that you’ve turned into my favourite to watch on here, don’t ever leave!! 😂 x
Excellent! Really helpful even though I've been using it for years! My tip- once you get established, just stay on it! It's such a giant pain to start over!xx
I have used 0.1% tretinoin for more than 30 years and you would have to pry it out of my cold, dead hands. I started as a treatment for adult hormonal acne but when the anti-aging benefits became noticable I just continued on with the blessing of my Dermatologist. I do use it on my neck but I apply a moisturizer before the tretinoin. It is NOT true that you cannot apply to the neck!!! You may have a bit of flaking at first as the dead skin cells are sloughed off but DONT STOP/DONT Take a break! If you stop, you will go through the process all over again. If you are having some flaking you can use a very soft baby washcloth with a very gentle cleanser and gently rub off the flakes. Just keep going. It wont flake forever.
Most Dermatologists and Aetheticians tell their clients NOT to apply Tretinoin to their neck, and therefore I have to pass this info on to the Pampered Wolf Pack as it would be irresponsible not to. The Company who makes the Tretinoin I use also says NOT to apply it to the neck. Obviously if it works for you that's great, but I have to pass on the knowledge xxx
Yes! I agree not everyone should use it on the neck but it's a case by case basis. Luckily it's ok on mine, because I have sun damage and at 44 I need a miracle lol. I also use cerave moisturizer about half hour after I apply, before bed, and that really hydrates.
GREAT analogy about "the instruction manual". Used a retinol for about 6 months before I could begin using Retin A, and I used it every other night at the very first. It is hard to not rush. You give such clarity ! Thank you
You are definitely gold standard! 🥇I have just signed up for dermatica & applied Trenoin 0.025 for the 1st time. Thrilled to see your video. You may think you look daft with the red line over your face, however, it's a fantastic visual. Keep on doing what you're doing. From Helen in The Scottish Borders x
Absolutely loved this review! Now I know why I got so much irritation around the mouth! ! We have all pretty much heard that you are supposed to avoid the eyes and lips but your representation was the best tip I've heard, and I've seen a lot of tretinoin videos! Great job all around
Gemma, that was awesome! I'd been doing some things wrong, and am so glad you did this. The red pen on your face was perfect - it was an excellent visual. I really appreciate you.
We have the same kind of deal here in the U.S. with Curology. They offer Trentinoin in treatment and it's only $20/month. All online with a provider. Amazing deal!
Hi Gemma! I have been into skin care since I was 16yrs old and I am now 68, so I do really appreciate your video. It is very informative, and helped me to understand my misuse of tretinoin cream...which may have increased crepiness in my neck area! Looking into The Ordinary products you mention so often and the CurrentBody Skin LED Neck and Deck Perfector that you did a video for!
Everyone who is new to using Tretinoin should watch this video. I was getting the same reactions around my mouth. Also I was unaware that I shouldn’t use it on my neck. I was just going to email Dermatica to ask what should I do but this video has answered all my questions. Thanks for the video👍🏻🥰
Absolutely brilliant intro to tretinoin! Thanks so much. Your video got Dermatica a new client this week 😉They sent me a mix of 4% hydroquinone and 0.025 tretinoin and I used it for the first time last night. Incidentally, Dermatica told me that 0.025% is their lowest %... maybe they’ve dropped the 0.01% you have listed below? I’m going to start of REALLY slow tho, becuase I have pretty sensitive rosacea-prone skin, I’ll start off applying over moisturiser. In some ways I was surprised that Dermatica were willing to prescribe to someone with rosacea, but I have read some studies that suggest it can help with my form of rosacea (subtype 1, redness, sensitivity and flushing, but no papules and pustules). Fingers crossed. Thanks again for this brilliant video.. all the best.😍
@@emmaainger7474 I’m doing well.. I upped the % to 0.05 about six months ago and I’m using it every night with no ill effect. I started very very cautiously because of the rosacea, only 0.025 every three nights to start with. Every now and then I had to go three nights without tret cos my skin got a little tender, but it always recovered well within that extra day without application. Improvement wise.. hard to say.. my skin looks good and I get compliments, but then I always have. My rosacea is all about horrible flushing. It may take longer for the full effect of the improvement to come out. I don’t think I’ll go up to 0.1% though.. I don’t think I need to, I’d rather just keep slow and steady. I would certainly recommend Dermatica tho!
Thank you Gemma. Your videos are always full of good information. Know I know why your skin is looking so much clear and even in color and texture. Great video!
Listen to Gemma! I could only get Retin A 0.1 A from the Chemist where I was. All I can say is OUCH!! I’ve been using my Retain A 0.1 for 1 week. I've used it twice and my skin is peeling , inflamed, with breakouts and very itchy now. My eyes are swollen and teary, I did not use the product anywhere near my eyes, so yes it absorbs and spreads. I will stop the 0.1 and buy the lowest strength online now. Thanks for your informative video.
Brilliant I’ve been using tretinoin since last month on your recommendation and yes have been applying it incorrectly, thank you so much I feel so confident now. 🥰
Amazing Video Gemma so informative have just started my journey with this product 3 weeks in and have learned even more from your video , you are the best ❤️
I think you did a great job explaining how to use Tretinoin safely...especially the importance of using a high SPF broad spectrum sunscreen... and you gave great information for people to consider. I've been using it for 2 years with great success and I haven't suffered any peeling either. My dermatologist put me in touch with a pharmacy where I get mine at a 0.06% strength for a reasonable price (it's expensive here too). Most American insurances will pay for it if you have acne but I do not. We also have an online service to get Tretinoin called "Curology" that sounds much like UK's Dermatica. I'm so glad you did this video. Your followers are always treated to intelligent, yet entertaining, content. Congratulations on your growing subscribers!! Xxxooo
@@stephaniecisneros1003 It was $60 I believe and comes in a pump bottle in a gel formulation than the usual metal squeeze tube of thick product. It's supposed to last about the same amount of time as the standard tube. Here's the info on the bottle: Retin-A Micro... (tretinoin) gel microsphere 0.06% pump.
Been using skin + me tretinoin and couldn’t work out why the only irritation I was getting was around the edges of my nose! Love how informative this video was!
Just to be clear. Here in US there isn’t a dermatologist on every corner unless u live in LA or NYC. It is not a product that is covered by health insurance so will not be inexpensive. That being said I have used prescription product for years and skin looks great
I am in US and have gotten it for 20 years. It is prescribed by a GP for acne, don't say wrinkles, and is covered by almost any insurance Ive had many insurances for years. My co pay is $5 or $10. whoo hoo!!!
Are u by chance a teacher?? If not, you should be! Yours is absolutely the best instructional video on starting tretinoin I have yet to see..sure wish I'd watched your channel in the beginning of my tretinoin journey!! GREAT JOB!!
Wow what a video, thank you so much! I am on my second month with Dermatica & Tretinoin and you are the first person I've come across who has made it completely clear what I need to do, and how I'm to use it. Thank you!
I’m in my fourth month and the lightening of my dark spots is incredible. But now I know why my “T zone” is peeling so nastily!!!! I should have watched this video first....
I'm so glad to finally have found a UA-camr with such great content but with products that we can actually get here in the UK. All I've come across are people from the US, so this is a great find for me! Thank you.
Thanks Gemma, this is super helpful! I'm using Skin + Me and have had dryness and irritation on my chin and around my nose so now I know why! Thank you ❤ xx
Great information and I am looking forward to your complete current evening and morning skin care routine. Thanks again for the great and useful information.
I’ve just started tretinoin, I literally typed in ‘tretinoin’ into the search box and saw you just posted this! I managed to buy mine on holiday in Greece. So interested to hear what you say!
A little hack.. ask your doc to write the script for acne. Show a pimple and bar your eyes. My cost difference is 150 a tube vs $3 a tube for 3 months supply
Yay! First! Can’t wait to watch..... Here in the USA, health insurance will not pay for this as it is cosmetic. I imagine it will be really expensive here because it’s not a covered medicine. I’m definitely going to ask my doctor about it. Great video. I love your skin care videos! Your skin is much like mine. Thank you for all the information!💜🕊💜
I love this kind off videos you do. Makeup is super fun but if the skin does not look good under the makeup the makeup wont look its best. Other makeup gurus talks about skincare too but mostly about creames. You are the first one who really goes into depth in what a good skincare routine is. Thanks to you I have a good routine with The Ordinary and have stoped using expencive creames that did not work anyway. I am super exited about this tretinoing and will check it out more from your link.
If your skin looks good that doesn't mean it's perfect from the inside cause once you see wrinkles then it's too late so starting now with retinol, retenoid, & retinoin (which i am about to use) is the best thing to do to help your skin to keep pretty, young, and beautiful. Thank you Pampered Wolf for this amazing vid, although i am quite scared to use retonoin but this video is kind of a relief
Hi Gemma..love your videos! From Las Vegas, NV. Currently just started tretinoin .01% in my curology custom mix cream..love it. It has not bothered me at all w this strength and I’ll be increasing my strength in my next bottle.
This video on tretinoin was excellent! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can’t wait for your next video when you’ll share your morning and evening routine along with using tretinoin. 👍🏻❤️
Wonderful video as usual and I saw this with PERFECT timing because I just started Curology. I didn't start it because of any acne problems, but I'm 56 and wanting to slow that aging process down a little bit. Dermatica is equivalent to the US curology like another commenter said. My sister has been on it for almost a year now and she's 43.
The only side effect i get from this is horribly watery eyes the next day. This happens even if I keep it below my nose. So now I use it on my neck and chin and use retinaldehyde on my face. Great video!
I LOVE this video!! 👍 You are so good in explaining and not afraid to talk about the side effects. I’m 44years old and I’m sooo happy that i found your channel and i have shared it with many of my friends and they are also obsessed. You have your own little fan group in Norway 🇳🇴 👍🙂 Thank you for doing such a good job and always being honest, i feel that i can trust you 100%, i wouldn’t do that with other channels.
Hahahaha!!! This was amazing! Great tip from Dr. Drey’s channel is to apply Vaseline to the areas you want to protect (under and around the eyes and on the corners of your mouth and nose. I’ll even put it on my eyelids). It works perfectly and, as an added bonus, is extremely moisturizing and feels wonderful on the skin :)
@@jenk6895 yes the application of the Vaseline or the CeraVe healing ointment is sort of a reminder not to put it in there and for me if my eye dreams or something, or I'm tearing as when I read about someone's illness last night after putting on retin A knowing then it starts to run down my face and at least it won't get into those sensitive areas or right onto those sensitive areas
I follow Dr Dray too she is brilliant, I love Tretinoin its been the best thing and I now no longer need any expensive skin cream just simple urea containing moisturiser and Japanese spf PA ++++
@MrJaas69 if you have eczema, maybe not but see one of dr. Dre's most recent videos over the past week about mineral oil and she discusses Petroleum in Vaseline with research to back it up. I felt that way too about petroleum and parabens, Etc., but the amounts that are used is nothing compared to what you're talkin about that comes from Cars.
I use tretinoin from Dermatica and it is great. My skin is baby soft, the colour is much more even and I look less tired because my skin looks fresh. I have had minimal flaking but if it does occur, it will generally be on the end of my nose or just under my mouth. I deal with this by putting a plain unscented moisturiser around eyes, end of nose and around my mouth, then I put the tret on the rest of my face.
I have been trying to use tretinoin on and off for the last 30 years (ever since I was 18) and I have never had more success than I have since watching this video! I dropped down to .02% a couple of months ago hoping to mitigate irritation that I would get around my nose and chin but it was still happening--redness, flaking, peeling. Ugh! I took a screenshot of your thumbnail and used it to remind myself of how to apply and I have had NO irritation! I can now use my tretinoin every night, something I've never been able to do. Thanks so much for this video.
👏👏👏The most informative tretinoin video on you tube. And I watched a lot as I'm waiting for my Dermatica order to arrive. Definetely will come back to this one as its full of information...
I’m so glad I watched this! I’ve been using trentinoin from Curology for a little over a month and have been experiencing some dry skin around my nose and lips. Now I know why! Thank you for such an informative video. I’m now a subscriber!
Dermatica sounds like Curology, which I use. It’s a monthly subscription service. It will allow you to skip the occasional shipment, which I’ve had to do several times over the last 2 years since the bottle is pretty big. I’ll actually use the extra on my hands if I have an extra bottle. Curology also has additional ingredients according to your needs. Mine has azelic acid and niacinamide (sp?). I apply my Tret at night after cleansing and then my serums, a mask every few days, moisturizer, and oil. The best advice I got to make Tret more effective was to wait 20 minutes after applying before using others products.
I live in America and get a prescription from my general doctor that holds for a year at where I choose to purchase it. The pharmacy holds the prescription for the following 12 months. Ask the doctor to write it for 12 to 18 months.
This has been the most helpful video on Tretinion I have come across. I wish I had known about the neck years ago when I started my journey. My neck looks worse than it ever did. I have had irritation so many times that I stop using it for months then start back up. I have been using it only once a week for the past year or so and no irritation but once I try to go to 2 nights a week, the flaking and peeling start.
Loved the video! This was BEYOND informative! More than all the videos I’ve seen on Tretinoin. I love the drawing you made on the areas to avoid. But my problem is I have dark marks that are unfortunately near my lips and not far from my eyes that I want to clear. So what should I do? And do you dot your problem areas with Tretinoin and rub it in or how do you best work it on the skin?
I’ve been using using tretinoin for 5+ months and I’ve been having good skin days lately. The pigmentations on my skin are nearly nonexistent and I don’t need so much foundation anymore. I also noticed that my skin is getting more smooth and plump. I started out with 0.05% because I had nothing to lose as my skin wasn’t great anyway so I have no regrets 😂 btw as far as AHA/BHA goes, I used them every other day alternating with tret back then, but this is not recommended on dry skin type. These days, now that my skin is not so dry anymore (in fact, I tend to get pretty oily, probably due to the moisturizer I use and I’ve been using Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate) I use tret every night and The Ordinary glycolic acid toner 2-3 a week. Tretinoin is wonderful and I’m so glad that I’ve finally found my skin care holy grail 😍 Edit: Just want to add something about SPF. For me, SPF30 is all I use right now as it protects my skin from 97% of UVB rays. I used to use SPF50 and later learned that it only protects from 98% of UVB rays while SPF100 99%. in fact SPF15 is as good as it protects you from 93% of UVB rays. To best protect the skin against UVA rays, there are ingredients to look out for and google can explain more 😊
Hi, that's not entirely correct Alice but I understand what you mean. I recommend using an spf of 30 or over for everyday. SPF 15 does not offer anywhere near enough protection especially when the protective skin barrier is damaged. xxx
Pampered Wolf Yup I think SPF30 is ideal. I have an Eucerin CC cream that I “accidentally” bought that has SPF15 (impulsive shopping). I think it’s “safe” for me to use as it has pigment and easier to tell if it’s evenly applied. I’m not an active outdoors person, but if I were, I’d def benefit from SPF50. Since I used tret I have developed a severe sun-phobia. Like, I refuse to go into the direct sunlight or participate in outdoor activities, I’d wear a hoodie while driving, and now I’m glad that the days are getting darker cause tret has slowly turned me into a vampire 😂
My mum got me Vitanol-A from Brazil, I asked for the weakest one she brought me 0.1%. I've been too scared to try it! Will get the Cerave moisturiser and dilute it....
I get the same one from Brazil. I have been using for over 2 years and my skin is fine with. I also moisturized very well with Cerave before I apply Vitanol 0.1%.
You look and feel ridiculous by painting out your face, but this was absolutely the BEST visual of the exact area in which to apply and that which to avoid I’ve ever seen!!! Thank you for this wonderful,informative and and helpful guide to trentinoin!!! No wonder my nose ,lips and chin are so extremely irritated and flakey! Much love,💋
I so agree!
This is the most instructional video I have watched. I'm a visual learner, and the visual of the sponge and the drawing on your face was great! Thanks!
I’ve been using tretinoin for 18 months and noticed a difference after about 5 months. From my experiences of problem areas I now apply my eye cream and lip balm first. Even avoiding the lips and eyes with the tretinoin it will seep in, so applying a moisturiser first seems to prevent the drying out I had been experiencing.
Sandra McDonagh hi! Have you noticed any consistent results in the under eye area? Lines and little wrinkles?
I have indeed, they are much better, I rarely need to use a concealer. Even with moisturiser on the eyes first a little tretinoin will seep up into the eye area but as long as your careful it will help smooth out the wrinkles. Have you watched “ hot and flashy” on you tube. She explains how tretinoin helps skin under the eyes.
Does tretinoin increase facial hair plz rely plz
@@m-o-n-i-k-a no
@@m-o-n-i-k-a no it actually caused my eyebrow to get a little patchy
I'm using A313 Vitamin A pommade which is a French brand on Amazon. Absolutely brilliant stuff - I've literally used it for one week so far and already the difference is very noticeable and I am truly amazed. It's cleared up pigmentation from spots and my skin is glowing at 44 years of age! French pharmacy brands are excellent. I've had no irritation whatsoever when used in conjuction with Embryolisse moisturising cream. I've been so impressed I have also purchased Ialuset cream which is a hyluronic acid cream as I've read good reviews on it and am excited to try this also. I really rate the A313 pommade.
I’m 55 and started using Tretinoin in February. I’ve slowly worked my way up to 0.1% and use every other day. My skin is looking fabulous! People don’t believe me when they learn that I’m 55. Soooo wish I would’ve started using Tretinoin years ago!!! I guess it’s better late then never! Great video....I love the way you explained it!🙂
Lisa Dearing I’m 37 and just starting. I too feel I just missed the mark a little...had I started 5 years ago I just never would have aged! LOL! Like you said though better late than never and I love comments and videos of women older than me getting amazing results beginning to use it in their 40’s, 50’s and 60’s! Assures me that it’s worth it no matter when you start! I’ve even read comments from women in their 70’s who just started and say it’s doing wonders! So I mean, just glad to have discovered it really. I always just thought it was a gimmick like everything else. The fact that this isn’t common knowledge by now just blows my mind to be honest.
Hi Lisa may I ask where you get yours please thanks xx
S Trent at a medical spa that is part of a plastic surgeons office (I don’t get plastic surgery...I just like the spa 😁)!
@@lisadearing5960 fantastic xx
Sunshine Love thanks so much! Girl...if you’ve been using a Tretinoin since you were in your 20’s, I’m sure you look great! I too took a break over the summer but I’m back at it! Skin care is so important! I wish I would’ve realized it in my 20’s.
I started this with Dermatica 2 weeks ago, so far no side effects at all. I do use it on my brow bone as I have huge eye bags and it has already made a difference, so I look forward to other improvements to come and yes I use a factor 50+ every day. I am60 next Birthday so and really pleased to have found this company
You didn't look silly at all! What I really love is how you outlined your face while using that sponge analogy - you don't hear that anywhere and that is really surprising.
watched this twice. and will save this. wow. gemma, you are my number 1 channel i watch. i always come away with great information. here's to glowing 74 yo skin. yippee skippee
I've been using it for nearly 3 years. I used the 0.1% for 18 months but the peeling was horrendous and never really got any better so I've dropped back to the 0.05%. It has changed my skin so much and I will never be without it. X
how many times a week did you use 0.05% and did you moisturise before applying?
Timing is everything! I am in the US and I went to my dermatologist this morning. My Retin A prescription has been filled and I will begin using it this evening. The face map and the tips that you share will hopefully save me from excessive dryness and peeling. Excellent video!!!!! Take care.
how much did it cost ?
1 month in on my Dermatica Journey 🧴 the red pen looked hilarious but totally gets home the message of the application areas.
💯Your ideas and education methods literally outshine any other influencer. This video is up there with your Brow, eyeliner Tutorials 💄💋
I'm blessed with non sensitive skin and started .05 Tretinoin about 5 weeks ago. I started slowly but quickly got to nightly. If my skin feels slightly irritated or I see flaking, I skip a night. But you have to know your skin and I did a ton of research first to know the do's and don't's.
How is your skin now, 8 months later?
Have you kept up the routine? How has your skin improved?
did you moisturise before you applied?
you use it in the day too? I thought it was only for night
You are so right, it takes PATIENCE!!! I've been using trentinoin for 18 months or so. I have very sensitive skin. I started by using the lowest strength 1 night a week and increased usage by 1 day every month. I also use the cerave pm facial lotion directly afterward. On the middle strength now. I was going to increase to the strongest but for no explainable reason, my face got irritated. (Had been using the middle strength every night for about 6 weeks)I have a bunch of travel over the next month, so will wait until November to try it. I do know that sometimes in winter, you have to stop trying to increase it. In cold climates, sometimes that happens. Also, if your skin just out of the blue becomes irritated, try using a very soothing serum in the AM. I used Bobbi Brown extra repair serum ( I had some left over in my cabinet and thought it couldn't hurt) and it really helped me. This is just my experience, hope it helps someone.
Gemma you are absolutely the most knowledgeable, well-informed beauty/skin expert on You Tube ! I've learned so much from your videos. I started using Retinoid, Vitamin C and The Buffet from The Ordinary one month ago and it has changed my skin completely. Saw the Dermatologist today when she heard about my routine she asked me if I wanted a prescription for Retin A. I'm 68 and according to her I have very, very good skin. Going to try Retin A tomorrow. You have given me more information about this product than the doctor did. Thank you for all your hard work. So very much appreciated !
Woman, you did NOT look ridiculous you looked fantastically HELPFUL! I am putting my very first 2 pumps of Tretinoin on right now and I have your ‘Mickey’ pulled up on my iPad. I think I’ll be spending at least the next month watching and rewatching your videos on Tretinoin
Tretinoin companies gonna make big fortunes in the coming years.
I use 12% glycolic acid from Alpha Skin Care on my face in the daytime. And I use my 0.1% Tretinoin on my face at night. Immediately after cleansing my face with my CeraVe facial cleanser and pat dry, I put on my Retin-A immediately because with the damp skin it absorbs more quickly and right after that I apply either my Olay Regenerist micro-sculpting cream (fragrance free) or my CeraVe night cream which I do use immediately on my eyelids and under my eyes as well as everywhere else on my face, it is fragrance-free. I think I actually like the CeraVe night cream better. Alpha skin care also makes a 12% glycolic acid lotion for the body to help with the creepiness of the skin. It really does work. And yes you absolutely positively have to use a sunscreen if you use Retin-A or glycolic acid.
I'm in my first month of using the company here in the U.S. called Curology, sounds a whole lot like Dermatica.
Great tips! Luckily no irritation yet. My cocktail that they prescribed for me is Niacinamide 4%, Tretinoin 0.01%, & Azelaic Acid 2%.
Thanks for all the tips!
I use Curology too! Some night I mix it wi5h my night cream to buffer it.
Kelly I started using Curology a week ago. i was prescribed the exact same formulation as you. So far so good.
Same company
I just started with Curology as well. I'm prescribed Tretinoin 0.02%, Niacinamide 4%, and Tranexamic Acid 1%. I am getting my next shipment on 11/6! Fingers crossed for good results to all!
Kelly my Curology formula is on its way to me and I’m so excited to start using it! 🤞
Hi Gemma, I totally agree with everything you said except for the part about using Retin-A on the neck. I have used a .025 strength for the past 6 years and my neck skin has improved dramatically. Skin is skin. The problem is that the neck can be very sensitive and I believe some suppliers want to avoid having people have adverse reactions on the neck so they don't recommend it. You can get the same results on the neck as on the face as long as you can tolerate it and go even slower than on the face.
Susanne - RangerMommy Thanks for the info! Have been wondering about using it on the neck. So many people say not to. Glad to hear it’s been okay for you.
I use tretinoin (0.05%) on my face then the retinol 1% in squalene from the ordinary on my neck as it’s much weaker. Eventually I plan on trying the “real stuff” on my neck too though once my skin has adjusted (just started). I agree, skin is skin so why not? If I react poorly to it I’ll just go back and stick to the mild stuff but either way my neck is getting some form of Retinol! Lol
Hi Susanne, I'm glad it's worked for you. I would never advise it but if people decide to try it and it works then that's great. xxx
I do the same. I use .05 on my face and chest and .025 on my neck. Have been doing this for years with no issues. I don’t feel the need to use the stronger .1% as I have great results with .05
Me too, I use it on my neck and then when it's dry I put Eucerin night cream on top my neck is not crepey and I feel its been beneficial the only place I don't use tret at the sides of my mouth and eye area
LOVE YOUR EXPLANATION OF HOW THE CREAM WORKS! SORRY FOR ALL CAPS JUST EXCITED!!!!!!❤
Finally my quest to find the Holy Grail of tretinoin videos has ended in success. Thank you.
Thank you for drawing a line of where you apply Trentinoin, I am starting treatment soon and will be trying your method too avoid sensitive areas/ excessive drying!
How's the treatment going for you? I'm starting tonight
Gemma, hearing you say naught made me think of my Father. His generation used that word all the time for zero. It’s rarely used in the U.S. anymore. I’m sure a lot of people never heard of the word. I had to listen carefully to hear how many zeros. I not only had a lesson in beauty products I’m not really familiar with, but I had a pleasant picture of my Dad helping me with arithmetic (that’s not used either anymore) and saying naught. Nice way to end my day. Your a gem 💎.
I should have learnt my lesson from my Dermarolling video....I had so many questions about the word nought. 🤣 I'll write it on a post it next time "ZERO" xxx
I have been using The Ordinary's Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion for over two years now and have experience great success. So, I have been thinking about trying Tretinoin, mainly for the anti-aging benefits. Thank you for all this fantastic information... which I'm confident is better than anything a dermatologist would suggest!
Heads up folks! She is 100% right about not applying in this zone.
Oh. My. Gawd. I watched this video a few weeks back when I was looking into starting a Retinol or retinoid treatment. I forgot the target zone you mentioned to apply/not apply last night when I tried my first retinoids (The Ordinary’s ‘Granactive’ retinoid 2% emulsion).
I definitely made the mistake of applying wayyyy too close to the corners of my mouth. And within an hour or so the INSIDE of my mouth’s “skin” (not sure if the fleshy inside of your mouth is actually considered skin) became super dry. It felt very much like a dry cotton texture or how it feels after having a cut or sore in your mouth.
This stuff really does permeate your skin and goes deep into it like a sponge.
Thank you for sharing I will DEFINITELY never apply within this zone again.
FYI I’m totally fine. It just feels gross on the inside corners of my mouth. Lesson learned!
Great video and timely too. I’m 41 and Ive just started Obaji Tret 0.05% just once a week at the moment with a small buffer of moisturiser. I’ve used retinol for some time now so I think my skins become used to actives but I definitely have some redness and peeling but slow and steady wins the race! 🤞🏻
How is your skin now, 8 months later?
ShadyPinesMa79 Hey thanks for asking. I’m using it 4 times a week roughly, I’m still peeling but applying moisturiser 15 minutes after is helping but I can honestly say it’s worth it. If I use it on consecutive days then my skin becomes angry and irritated. Are you on tret or considering it?
@@SammyG949 thanks for your reply :) I just started it 2 weeks ago and started getting some mild purging but no peeling at all. My skin type is very oily so that probably helps a bit. I figure now is the time to start while still social distancing and working from home.
ShadyPinesMa79 oh that’s great. I’m part of the dry skin brigade hence my face falling off! Enjoy the results! X
Im 44 live in LA and go to Mexico once a month to see an ortho and recently noticed my skin changing, remembered hearing of RetinA went to a pharmacy there and picked up a tube of .05%, it was only 25 bucks! excited and scared to see how my skin reacts.🤞
Looks like it's been a year since you commented. How did the tret work for you Gloria?
We have in the U.S. Renova which is .05% with an emollient in it to reduce irritation, its easier for the skin to tolerate. My doctor had me use it a few times a week at first. I started with .025% then moved up to the Renova. After many many years I now use .01%. My doctor also said that in the beginning for the first 2 weeks expect your skin to be red, irritated, and peeling. Your video is great!
I use Tretinoin 1% on top of which I use Eucerin urea 5% moisturiser on top this considerably helps stop red dry skin and peeling I started with dermatica 0.25% moved up to 0.5% then to 1% I have been using this for 1 year and its made a massive difference people ask me what I use on my skin all the time I love Tretinoin you can manage the prescriptions yourself in terms of frequency I get mine every 32nd day
I'm 66, and have been using tretinoin for five years. I started with the lowest strength, then moved to .05 after two years, and am about to start the highest strength this week. This stuff is no joke! Trust me! Just like with sex, you will never regret going slow. It's when we rush into anything that we have our biggest regrets. Good luck!
@Southern Belle27hahahahaha!!! I fixed it!!!
I have seen almost all videos on yt about retinoin, and finally i find yours, its just perfect 😘❤️
i absolutely agreed with you with age! i never had any issue with my skin until i turned 25 years old and i’m now 26 turning 27 within the next 2 months & wow. my skin has change so much makes me very sad but at the same time i’m trying my best to find product that will work along with my skin :)
I have just started using Tretinoin and was so pleased that you showed where to apply by painting you face.
Gemma thanks for sharing your knowledge with us, you are great and that's why your channel is growing so much. People can see you are genuine.
I’ve been getting my tretinoin from Dermatica for 9 months now. They’re great! Amazing formulas and bang on time every month. Thanks for the video :)
I just started on Tretinoin from my dermatologist and its $50 a month for 0.06% strength. Would it be cheaper to go through Dermatica?
@@kimdebrito8668 Dermatica is around £20 a month and you can get a up to 0.1% tretinoin im sure. The only difference may be how much you are getting as dermatica is only a months worth of product, though it does sound like it would work out cheaper for you :)
@@Megan98 Thanks Megan! I signed up for it today.
So informative!! I will begin the Tretinoin journey when summer ends here in Georgia. I was told by my dermatologist not to begin Tretinoin in the summer. I think this is smart because this Georgia sun has been so intense this year. I loved that you showed us where to apply the cream by drawing on your face...SMART! I have saved this video and will watch it again when I begin my journey. 😊 Hugs
Amanda G summer is fine as long as you are using a high spf every single day. Actually, use it every single day all year long.
I use in summer, but I use spf 50 PA ++++ every single day of the year
I think you guys are missing the point here. While it is most definitely fine to use tretinoin any time of the year, I’m pretty sure OP’s derm has only advised her against using during the summer just as a general precaution in order to minimize the side effects AS MUCH AS POSSIBLE. Sort of like a “just in case” type of precaution, yknow?
@@narwhallllll8475 I use it all year at night and most important SPF everyday I do have noticeably good skin
THANK YOU for making this detailed video. I just got a script for tretinoin and ZERO instructions on how to use it from the dermatologist. After watching your video I can see that I've been doing it all wrong. I was using way too much, putting the extra on my neck... My face isn't flaking and falling off yet. *fingers crossed* Hopefully some heavy moisturizer will save me. Also, explaining how using a small amount will absorb and spread out explains how "using a pea size amount" would work. I couldn't wrap my brain around how I was only supposed to use a tiny amount to cover my face. Thanks again!
Omg! This was so helpful! I’ve need using Dermatica for over 8 months and am still only up to every couple days. I will say following application with Cerave night has helped a lot! Still get a little flaking on my chin 2 days after application so I’ve started to avoid my chin or applying near but not ON my chin has greatly reduced flaking. I wish this “avoid these areas” face map was provided when I first started! Thank you soo much!
Finally someone who knows the right way to apply retinoids! I was cringing watch other video of people putting over their eyes and on the entire face. 😬😬😬
So happy you’re doing this. Your skin is so beautiful. Glad you’re working to keep it that way.
Thanks Gemma!! So very very useful!, I just ordered mine yesterday!. I’d been watching some make up influencers in the US who also use it and I hadn’t heard of it. Of course I didn’t know how to get it here and thought it would be a ridiculous price!. Thanks so much for stating where we can get our hands in it here. I’m looking forward to starting mine alongside my NuFACE mini and led sensse mask. X❤
This is the most helpful explanation of tretinoin I’ve ever had!
Here in the US we have Curology as well. I started on .01% daily with a rich moisturizer before. Within a month I moved up to .02% and have been doing that nightly for 2 months. My skin reacts best if use Clinique Intensive moisture from the moisture surge line right after I wash and dry my skin. This allows the moisturizer to soak in deeper and faster. About 5 minutes later, I add my Curology cream and I have had no issues with irritation. Before I put the moisturizer on first, I had to wait about 3 days 2 weeks apart to clear up irritation. I also tried 5 different moisturizers, including Cerave PM, and all irritated my skin after a couple of days even though I was using a very gentle cleanser. I finally tried the Clinique line, and none of those of the moisture surge line irritate me. I was told to use my lower strength at this point on my neck to help with hyperpigmentation and scarring. Once I get to a level that my neck skin gets irritated, I am to stop using it there and we are hoping that the hyperpigmentation will be faded or gone.
So grateful for you!! I’m from the Uk and knocking on the 40 door next year and this is a dream video. Everything you said is so true If you’re from the uk. I’ve been using Paula’s choice 1% for years now so this sounds perfect for my next step. Heading over to the site now to look into, just wanted to post that you’ve turned into my favourite to watch on here, don’t ever leave!! 😂 x
Excellent! Really helpful even though I've been using it for years! My tip- once you get established, just stay on it! It's such a giant pain to start over!xx
I have used 0.1% tretinoin for more than 30 years and you would have to pry it out of my cold, dead hands. I started as a treatment for adult hormonal acne but when the anti-aging benefits became noticable I just continued on with the blessing of my Dermatologist. I do use it on my neck but I apply a moisturizer before the tretinoin. It is NOT true that you cannot apply to the neck!!! You may have a bit of flaking at first as the dead skin cells are sloughed off but DONT STOP/DONT Take a break! If you stop, you will go through the process all over again. If you are having some flaking you can use a very soft baby washcloth with a very gentle cleanser and gently rub off the flakes. Just keep going. It wont flake forever.
Most Dermatologists and Aetheticians tell their clients NOT to apply Tretinoin to their neck, and therefore I have to pass this info on to the Pampered Wolf Pack as it would be irresponsible not to. The Company who makes the Tretinoin I use also says NOT to apply it to the neck. Obviously if it works for you that's great, but I have to pass on the knowledge xxx
Yes! I agree not everyone should use it on the neck but it's a case by case basis. Luckily it's ok on mine, because I have sun damage and at 44 I need a miracle lol. I also use cerave moisturizer about half hour after I apply, before bed, and that really hydrates.
GREAT analogy about "the instruction manual".
Used a retinol for about 6 months before I could begin using Retin A,
and I used it every other night at the very first.
It is hard to not rush.
You give such clarity !
Thank you
You are definitely gold standard! 🥇I have just signed up for dermatica & applied Trenoin 0.025 for the 1st time. Thrilled to see your video. You may think you look daft with the red line over your face, however, it's a fantastic visual. Keep on doing what you're doing. From Helen in The Scottish Borders x
Absolutely loved this review! Now I know why I got so much irritation around the mouth! ! We have all pretty much heard that you are supposed to avoid the eyes and lips but your representation was the best tip I've heard, and I've seen a lot of tretinoin videos! Great job all around
Gemma, that was awesome! I'd been doing some things wrong, and am so glad you did this. The red pen on your face was perfect - it was an excellent visual. I really appreciate you.
This is the best video about tretinoin I’ve ever seen. Really good standard video !!! ❤🙌🏻 amazing material
We have the same kind of deal here in the U.S. with Curology. They offer Trentinoin in treatment and it's only $20/month. All online with a provider. Amazing deal!
Hi Gemma! I have been into skin care since I was 16yrs old and I am now 68, so I do really appreciate your video. It is very informative, and helped me to understand my misuse of tretinoin cream...which may have increased crepiness in my neck area! Looking into The Ordinary products you mention so often and the CurrentBody Skin LED Neck and Deck Perfector that you did a video for!
Everyone who is new to using Tretinoin should watch this video. I was getting the same reactions around my mouth. Also I was unaware that I shouldn’t use it on my neck. I was just going to email Dermatica to ask what should I do but this video has answered all my questions. Thanks for the video👍🏻🥰
Absolutely brilliant intro to tretinoin! Thanks so much. Your video got Dermatica a new client this week 😉They sent me a mix of 4% hydroquinone and 0.025 tretinoin and I used it for the first time last night. Incidentally, Dermatica told me that 0.025% is their lowest %... maybe they’ve dropped the 0.01% you have listed below? I’m going to start of REALLY slow tho, becuase I have pretty sensitive rosacea-prone skin, I’ll start off applying over moisturiser. In some ways I was surprised that Dermatica were willing to prescribe to someone with rosacea, but I have read some studies that suggest it can help with my form of rosacea (subtype 1, redness, sensitivity and flushing, but no papules and pustules). Fingers crossed. Thanks again for this brilliant video.. all the best.😍
How did you get on?
@@emmaainger7474 I’m doing well.. I upped the % to 0.05 about six months ago and I’m using it every night with no ill effect. I started very very cautiously because of the rosacea, only 0.025 every three nights to start with. Every now and then I had to go three nights without tret cos my skin got a little tender, but it always recovered well within that extra day without application. Improvement wise.. hard to say.. my skin looks good and I get compliments, but then I always have. My rosacea is all about horrible flushing. It may take longer for the full effect of the improvement to come out. I don’t think I’ll go up to 0.1% though.. I don’t think I need to, I’d rather just keep slow and steady. I would certainly recommend Dermatica tho!
Thank you Gemma. Your videos are always full of good information. Know I know why your skin is looking so much clear and even in color and texture. Great video!
The drawing on your face was EXACTLY what I was looking for as I'm just starting tret. Thank you for the sponge explanation!
Listen to Gemma!
I could only get Retin A 0.1 A from the Chemist where I was.
All I can say is OUCH!! I’ve been using my Retain A 0.1 for 1 week.
I've used it twice and my skin is peeling , inflamed, with breakouts and very itchy now.
My eyes are swollen and teary, I did not use the product anywhere near my eyes, so yes it absorbs and spreads.
I will stop the 0.1 and buy the lowest strength online now.
Thanks for your informative video.
I hope your skin recovers soon. Please don't be disheartened though. Try a lower strength in a few weeks when your skin has healed xxx
Thank God I live in the USA. I have so much freedom with my healthcare, and have access to wonderful Drs and specialists. God Bless America!
I quite enjoy living in a country where access to wonderful Drs and specialists is not an expensive privilege but a basic thing for everybody...
I cant get Tretonoin for love nor money in the uk !! Its a nightmare!!
I can’t believe I found this video I saved sooo much money on my skincare thanks to you!! Xxx
Brilliant I’ve been using tretinoin since last month on your recommendation and yes have been applying it incorrectly, thank you so much I feel so confident now. 🥰
Amazing Video Gemma so informative have just started my journey with this product 3 weeks in and have learned even more from your video , you are the best ❤️
What a marvelous, authentic video! I just hit the subscribed button! You’re so candid! Thanks very much!
I think you did a great job explaining how to use Tretinoin safely...especially the importance of using a high SPF broad spectrum sunscreen... and you gave great information for people to consider. I've been using it for 2 years with great success and I haven't suffered any peeling either. My dermatologist put me in touch with a pharmacy where I get mine at a 0.06% strength for a reasonable price (it's expensive here too). Most American insurances will pay for it if you have acne but I do not. We also have an online service to get Tretinoin called "Curology" that sounds much like UK's Dermatica. I'm so glad you did this video. Your followers are always treated to intelligent, yet entertaining, content. Congratulations on your growing subscribers!! Xxxooo
How much do you pay without using your insurance?
@@stephaniecisneros1003 It was $60 I believe and comes in a pump bottle in a gel formulation than the usual metal squeeze tube of thick product. It's supposed to last about the same amount of time as the standard tube. Here's the info on the bottle: Retin-A Micro... (tretinoin) gel microsphere 0.06% pump.
@@patkern185 thank you so much, that's pretty reasonable when you consider the benefits.
@@stephaniecisneros1003My pleasure. Let me know if you need more info.😄
@@patkern185 thank you. My insurance is paying for it due to horrible acne after my last baby. But I'm sure eventually that will end.
The very best explanation/tips using tretinoin, and I've seen MANY over the last four years...:-)
Been using skin + me tretinoin and couldn’t work out why the only irritation I was getting was around the edges of my nose! Love how informative this video was!
Just to be clear. Here in US there isn’t a dermatologist on every corner unless u live in LA or NYC. It is not a product that is covered by health insurance so will not be inexpensive. That being said I have used prescription product for years and skin looks great
I am in US and have gotten it for 20 years. It is prescribed by a GP for acne, don't say wrinkles, and is covered by almost any insurance Ive had many insurances for years. My co pay is $5 or $10. whoo hoo!!!
Boogie Maam thanks for the tip!!!!
ForHers, Dermatica, and ReliableRx are all places you can get it online in the US without going to a dermatologist’s office.
Ralliant, very comprehensive video. I have just subscribed to Dermatica so this video was just what I needed. Thanks so much
Are u by chance a teacher?? If not, you should be! Yours is absolutely the best instructional video on starting tretinoin I have yet to see..sure wish I'd watched your channel in the beginning of my tretinoin journey!! GREAT JOB!!
Wow what a video, thank you so much! I am on my second month with Dermatica & Tretinoin and you are the first person I've come across who has made it completely clear what I need to do, and how I'm to use it. Thank you!
I’m in my fourth month and the lightening of my dark spots is incredible. But now I know why my “T zone” is peeling so nastily!!!! I should have watched this video first....
I'm so glad to finally have found a UA-camr with such great content but with products that we can actually get here in the UK. All I've come across are people from the US, so this is a great find for me! Thank you.
Thanks Gemma, this is super helpful! I'm using Skin + Me and have had dryness and irritation on my chin and around my nose so now I know why! Thank you ❤ xx
Great information and I am looking forward to your complete current evening and morning skin care routine. Thanks again for the great and useful information.
I’ve just started tretinoin, I literally typed in ‘tretinoin’ into the search box and saw you just posted this! I managed to buy mine on holiday in Greece. So interested to hear what you say!
A little hack.. ask your doc to write the script for acne. Show a pimple and bar your eyes. My cost difference is 150 a tube vs $3 a tube for 3 months supply
Landon’s Channel my nhs doctor won’t prescribe this. I’d have to see a private dermatologist. I’m actually using Dermatica now.
Yay! First! Can’t wait to watch.....
Here in the USA, health insurance will not pay for this as it is cosmetic. I imagine it will be really expensive here because it’s not a covered medicine. I’m definitely going to ask my doctor about it. Great video. I love your skin care videos! Your skin is much like mine. Thank you for all the information!💜🕊💜
Rishi Beauty Insurance will cover it in the U.S. if you have acne.
My USA insurance is covering it for "acne" (I do get hormonal acne) Prescription from my regular PA.
In the USA, my insurance is covering! 57 here
WInnie Pauly that’s awesome! I don’t have acne. Mine would be strictly cosmetic as I was speaking about myself.
Carrie Daly cool, I don’t have acne- I was speaking for myself. This is why I said cosmetic. Ins does NOT normally cover cosmetic meds/procedures.
I love this kind off videos you do. Makeup is super fun but if the skin does not look good under the makeup the makeup wont look its best. Other makeup gurus talks about skincare too but mostly about creames. You are the first one who really goes into depth in what a good skincare routine is. Thanks to you I have a good routine with The Ordinary and have stoped using expencive creames that did not work anyway. I am super exited about this tretinoing and will check it out more from your link.
If your skin looks good that doesn't mean it's perfect from the inside cause once you see wrinkles then it's too late so starting now with retinol, retenoid, & retinoin (which i am about to use) is the best thing to do to help your skin to keep pretty, young, and beautiful. Thank you Pampered Wolf for this amazing vid, although i am quite scared to use retonoin but this video is kind of a relief
Hi Gemma..love your videos! From Las Vegas, NV. Currently just started tretinoin .01% in my curology custom mix cream..love it. It has not bothered me at all w this strength and I’ll be increasing my strength in my next bottle.
This video on tretinoin was excellent! Thank you for sharing your knowledge. I can’t wait for your next video when you’ll share your morning and evening routine along with using tretinoin. 👍🏻❤️
Wonderful video as usual and I saw this with PERFECT timing because I just started Curology. I didn't start it because of any acne problems, but I'm 56 and wanting to slow that aging process down a little bit. Dermatica is equivalent to the US curology like another commenter said. My sister has been on it for almost a year now and she's 43.
The only side effect i get from this is horribly watery eyes the next day. This happens even if I keep it below my nose. So now I use it on my neck and chin and use retinaldehyde on my face. Great video!
Thank you so much for this. I was getting super irritated skin because I was using the product wrong.
I LOVE this video!! 👍 You are so good in explaining and not afraid to talk about the side effects. I’m 44years old and I’m sooo happy that i found your channel and i have shared it with many of my friends and they are also obsessed. You have your own little fan group in Norway 🇳🇴 👍🙂
Thank you for doing such a good job and always being honest, i feel that i can trust you 100%, i wouldn’t do that with other channels.
Thank you so much for the love and support. Sending Love to Norway xxx
Oh my gosh, your face guide was so so helpful, thank you! I'm starting tret soon and this was such a great guide for first-timers like me.
Need to watch her updated Tretinoin video. She talks about hair loss at the hair line if you apply it too near.
My dermatologist said this is not true!
Hahahaha!!! This was amazing! Great tip from Dr. Drey’s channel is to apply Vaseline to the areas you want to protect (under and around the eyes and on the corners of your mouth and nose. I’ll even put it on my eyelids). It works perfectly and, as an added bonus, is extremely moisturizing and feels wonderful on the skin :)
Jen K did you notice goo improvement in the eye area?
_ Danielle I meant the Vaseline works great lol. As for the tretinoin, I’ve only been using it for about 3 weeks so I don’t know yet :)
@@jenk6895 yes the application of the Vaseline or the CeraVe healing ointment is sort of a reminder not to put it in there and for me if my eye dreams or something, or I'm tearing as when I read about someone's illness last night after putting on retin A knowing then it starts to run down my face and at least it won't get into those sensitive areas or right onto those sensitive areas
I follow Dr Dray too she is brilliant, I love Tretinoin its been the best thing and I now no longer need any expensive skin cream just simple urea containing moisturiser and Japanese spf PA ++++
@MrJaas69 if you have eczema, maybe not but see one of dr. Dre's most recent videos over the past week about mineral oil and she discusses Petroleum in Vaseline with research to back it up. I felt that way too about petroleum and parabens, Etc., but the amounts that are used is nothing compared to what you're talkin about that comes from Cars.
Based on your recommendation I’ve ordered this product and so glad I listened to your wise advice thank you 😁😁
I use tretinoin from Dermatica and it is great. My skin is baby soft, the colour is much more even and I look less tired because my skin looks fresh. I have had minimal flaking but if it does occur, it will generally be on the end of my nose or just under my mouth. I deal with this by putting a plain unscented moisturiser around eyes, end of nose and around my mouth, then I put the tret on the rest of my face.
I have been trying to use tretinoin on and off for the last 30 years (ever since I was 18) and I have never had more success than I have since watching this video! I dropped down to .02% a couple of months ago hoping to mitigate irritation that I would get around my nose and chin but it was still happening--redness, flaking, peeling. Ugh! I took a screenshot of your thumbnail and used it to remind myself of how to apply and I have had NO irritation! I can now use my tretinoin every night, something I've never been able to do. Thanks so much for this video.
So glad you are now able to use tretinoin with success xxx
@@PamperedWolf can I apply emolene cream as a moisturizer and follow by tretinoin cream? Please answer. Thank you in advance ☺️❤️
I’ve been using it for two weeks oh gosh it’s made my skin dry I had to moisturise my face with Vaseline
Vaseline is not a moisturiser.
👏👏👏The most informative tretinoin video on you tube. And I watched a lot as I'm waiting for my Dermatica order to arrive. Definetely will come back to this one as its full of information...
I’m so glad I watched this! I’ve been using trentinoin from Curology for a little over a month and have been experiencing some dry skin around my nose and lips. Now I know why! Thank you for such an informative video. I’m now a subscriber!
Welcome to The Pampered Wolf Pack Julie xxx
How much does it cost per month Julie?
Dermatica sounds like Curology, which I use. It’s a monthly subscription service. It will allow you to skip the occasional shipment, which I’ve had to do several times over the last 2 years since the bottle is pretty big. I’ll actually use the extra on my hands if I have an extra bottle. Curology also has additional ingredients according to your needs. Mine has azelic acid and niacinamide (sp?). I apply my Tret at night after cleansing and then my serums, a mask every few days, moisturizer, and oil. The best advice I got to make Tret more effective was to wait 20 minutes after applying before using others products.
I just started Curology too. Same ingredients as you. Dermatica and Curology are the same according to Nadine Baggot and Caroline Hirons.
I live in America and get a prescription from my general doctor that holds for a year at where I choose to purchase it. The pharmacy holds the prescription for the following 12 months. Ask the doctor to write it for 12 to 18 months.
This has been the most helpful video on Tretinion I have come across. I wish I had known about the neck years ago when I started my journey. My neck looks worse than it ever did. I have had irritation so many times that I stop using it for months then start back up. I have been using it only once a week for the past year or so and no irritation but once I try to go to 2 nights a week, the flaking and peeling start.
Loved the video! This was BEYOND informative! More than all the videos I’ve seen on Tretinoin. I love the drawing you made on the areas to avoid. But my problem is I have dark marks that are unfortunately near my lips and not far from my eyes that I want to clear. So what should I do? And do you dot your problem areas with Tretinoin and rub it in or how do you best work it on the skin?
I’ve been using using tretinoin for 5+ months and I’ve been having good skin days lately. The pigmentations on my skin are nearly nonexistent and I don’t need so much foundation anymore. I also noticed that my skin is getting more smooth and plump. I started out with 0.05% because I had nothing to lose as my skin wasn’t great anyway so I have no regrets 😂 btw as far as AHA/BHA goes, I used them every other day alternating with tret back then, but this is not recommended on dry skin type. These days, now that my skin is not so dry anymore (in fact, I tend to get pretty oily, probably due to the moisturizer I use and I’ve been using Kiehl’s Midnight Recovery Concentrate) I use tret every night and The Ordinary glycolic acid toner 2-3 a week. Tretinoin is wonderful and I’m so glad that I’ve finally found my skin care holy grail 😍
Edit: Just want to add something about SPF. For me, SPF30 is all I use right now as it protects my skin from 97% of UVB rays. I used to use SPF50 and later learned that it only protects from 98% of UVB rays while SPF100 99%. in fact SPF15 is as good as it protects you from 93% of UVB rays. To best protect the skin against UVA rays, there are ingredients to look out for and google can explain more 😊
Hi, that's not entirely correct Alice but I understand what you mean. I recommend using an spf of 30 or over for everyday. SPF 15 does not offer anywhere near enough protection especially when the protective skin barrier is damaged. xxx
Pampered Wolf Yup I think SPF30 is ideal. I have an Eucerin CC cream that I “accidentally” bought that has SPF15 (impulsive shopping). I think it’s “safe” for me to use as it has pigment and easier to tell if it’s evenly applied. I’m not an active outdoors person, but if I were, I’d def benefit from SPF50. Since I used tret I have developed a severe sun-phobia. Like, I refuse to go into the direct sunlight or participate in outdoor activities, I’d wear a hoodie while driving, and now I’m glad that the days are getting darker cause tret has slowly turned me into a vampire 😂
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Hi Gemma sounds interesting, getting older is not a happy place but it’s definitely worth considering ! Thanks Gemma
My mum got me Vitanol-A from Brazil, I asked for the weakest one she brought me 0.1%. I've been too scared to try it! Will get the Cerave moisturiser and dilute it....
I get the same one from Brazil. I have been using for over 2 years and my skin is fine with. I also moisturized very well with Cerave before I apply Vitanol 0.1%.
I use Curology, in US. I’m up to .035% with 5% Azaleic acid, 4% niacinamide. Flaking early on, but now ok. Always with a nice moisturizer over