Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are talking tretinoin and how I have finally cracked including it in my skincare routine.. this is how to use tretinoin for beginners but let me know any hacks you have too and would like to share.. love you all x
Could you kindly specify the exact name of the tretinoin cream in the UK? Because when I asked for tretinoin from my GP they prescribed me a solution as opposed to an actual cream that was a combination of tretinoin and antibiotics which I've never even heard of.
I had the problem of irritation while using differin gel. Tried the sandwich method but still had it. So I stopped using differin. 3 weeks ago I gave it another shot and now I can even use it on my neck and chest acne with almost no irritation!!! My secret: I use the sandwich method BUT the base moisturizer is LRP Cicaplast Gel B5, let it sit for 20-30 Minutes, than apply differin gel and on top of that a layer of LRP Cicaplast Baume B5. I love that combination, my skin hasn‘t looked this good in years! 🎉 Love your videos ❤
I've been using Tretinoin 0.05 six nights a week for the past five years. It took me two or three prior tries before I was successful. The times I failed I was following the directions on the prescription, i.e. apply to a dry face and put moisturizer on afterward and use every other night. Then I started watching Dr. Dray who advised using moisturizer first, letting it dry and then applying Tretinoin. I also watched Angie of Hot and Flashy who advised going REAL SLOWLY, one night a week for the first month, two nights the second etc. I did work up to every night but found it was just too much so I backed off to six nights and that seems to be my sweet spot. I hope my experience can help someone else be successful with their Tretinoin journey.
Omg, your skin has improved so much in the last few months, I was sure you had done something. Later on I guessed that it was the copper peptide. But it was tret, for sure. I knew you did something! It's so great, I'm happy for you❤, I've been on tret for a year and a half and it serves me well✌️
I’ve tried tret under a dermatologist and it a no go for my sensitive skin BUT my derm was keen for a trial of Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1, went super slow starting at one night a week and it took 6 months to get to 6 nights a week, the other night is mandelic acid and I’m thrilled to say it’s a huge success. I’m very thankful to have a lovely derm whom is patient and supportive
Your skin looks amazing-you certainly don’t look your age. Hope you will keep it up… you picked a good time to get the hang of it…and never ever be without sunscreen. All signs are looking up for you and your future now with your skin! Great video
Great tips! I am back on tret after a 6-9 month break. I switched brands, and the new formula is too spicy to use without a petroleum based moisturizer around my eyes. Even though it's the same percentages I started with in the beginning, and I never had to do this before. I will keep that in mind as I go through this journey and switch from brand to brand/ provider to provider.
Yeah this is such a good tip hun as the formulation can matter a lot not just the percentage, I have to keep telling myself that.. Thank you so much for sharing and sending love x
I’m sooo happy Tret is working for you. Even after 9 years of use I cannot use it every night, after 4 days I get redness particularly at the top of my cheek bones. Now I’m using every other day alternating with your Retinal oil. I also have two strengths of Tret, 0.025 and 0.05% and just let my skin tell me which one it wants 😂. On nights I use Tret I put A-Game 5 on my neck. Thank you for putting this important message out. More is not more, less is definitely more! love you❤xx (BTW your skin looks gorgeous as always!)
Well Jan I have you to thank for making this a success as it was your suggestion of alternating with the retinal oil which made me try it again and its been perfect :) thank you so so much.. love xx
I smiled when you mentioned putting lip balm round the eyes, nose and lips because it is such a good tip and something I have done for years round my eyes. I have not tried tret because it is prescription…I think I will try your retinal oil though. I use an SPF lip balm round my eyes because every other SPF stings my eyes. Even mineral ones (the joys of blepharitis linked to rosacea) hurt my eyes, but a petroleum based SPF lip balm doesn’t migrate. As a bonus a lip balm round my eyes also blurs my lines.
You are my last bullet. After 2 years trying *ALL* the brands, %, frequencies, methods, etc,... my derm has told me that tret is not for me. My skin reacts producing mini pustules constantly. The antiaging results are otherwordly✨ but wth, living witj constant active inflammatory lesions is a pricr that I cannot psychologically afford😓. I' m glad you found the way🖤. Edit: I forgot to mention, Saint Derm is the actual man of my life😜. We met more than 20 years ago, he healed my acne after 6 unsuccessfull derms, removed my scars and has always solved all my issues🙌🏼
For me, glycerin is a game changer. I add a drop of it to my toner and moisturizer before applying. My skin improved just in one day and now I can easily use tret every night and only buffer with ceramide toner. No irritation or peeling anymore, and my skin is so smooth the whole day.
I appreciate you sharing this tip - I've used glycerin for years but only mixed in with my body lotion after a shower. Since I haven't used my tret in ages due to irritation, this might be worth a try for me! 👍 🎉
Woo hoo I am so happy for you Rob!!! Welcome to the beautiful world of tretinoin.❤❤❤❤ Love the video. You are the best! We love your videos. Keep them coming!
Well done! Also good to know that you still use retinal. Ive been thinking about using another retinoid on my non tret nights. Might give it a try now 👍
I’m with you Rob. I recently bit the bullet & got a Tret script from my GP last week. (This girl turning 50 this year so need the big guns) I plan on starting out once a week Tret & using up my abundance of retinal products on the rest of my week. I usually make Sundays my AHA + moisture night with thick lashings of LRP Cicaplast or the newer Ordinary thicker moisturiser.
Hi hun, Happy Sunday.. thank you so much for the reminder of the ordinary moisturiser which I think would be a great moisturiser option for this :) love xx
@@MadAboutSkin yes I used it last night over Tret, worked an absolute treat. Skin isn’t dry in fact it’s plump & “glowing to the Gods” in my ROB voice 🤣
This is uncanny! I finally got a couple of tubes yesterday. Not cheap but the good stuff, made in India, shipped via Netherlands. But I have used it extensively in the past. It fades my hand sun spots in days. But I want to use it on my face too but the redness can be pesky. So useful tips here, thanks.❤
I think using high quality Retinals like A313, the Ordinary's Retinal and Adapalene helped me transition recently to Tretenoin. I use the Elf Holy Hydration twenty minutes after applying and then Cereve lotion, or sometimes La Roche Posay Cica Baume and have had zero peeling. I am so happy with the glow and just started. I keep my skin very hydrated all day and lots of sunblock. I am 51 but people generally think im in my upper 30's. No wrinkles! I suffered cystic acne my whole life so think all that oil saved my skin as i aged. Afraid of what menopause will do to me, so jumped on the Tret bandwagon and am loving the results!
I cracked being able to use retinoids after years of trying by using Dr Sams mosture intense as a barrier cream on my retinol free nights. I still use it as her 'moisturiser goggles' and if needed especially on my top lip and neck. Now its been 4 months of retinol and i can honestly say my skin is soft without a single pimple in that time. My wrinkles i think are reduced but i don't think there has so far been much improvement in my dark spots. Thanks for another great video 💚
Altreno is the ONLY tretinoin that has never irritated me. A truly beautiful formulation. I was quickly able to use it three nights straight, a night off for exfoliation, and repeat.
Good to hear! I just got an Altreno prescription! Really hoping it works for me too. Tried for years with generic Tret (in various strengths). None work, no matter what methods/ frequency I use to acclimate to it ...
@@MsMerceMerce I hope it works just as well for you. Personally I started as two weeks of using it Mondays and Thursdays, then three weeks of Mondays Wednesday and Fridays. After that, I was using it three nights on, and one off. A little dryness, but I mean a truly very little. Wishing you the best with this, and let us know how it goes for you!
@@ScottyMidnight Thank you so much! Really appreciate the tips on using it and that's so encouraging to hear about so little dryness. Thank you, will do!
@@MsMerceMerce of course. On the days here and there where I get a dry patch, I just put a pump or two of the Peach & Lily Rescue Party barrier serum on and that takes care of that. Oily acne prone 41 year old here for reference. 🙃
I like the avene, also love the naturium peptide one off you want to go super affordable then the revolutions skincare ceramide one is amazing.. love x
Great video Rob, thank you for sharing your routine. I am doing a similar routine but I’m struggling to fit my og copper peptides in. I cannot live without it on my skin! I’ve no idea when to use it-help! Thanks!
Hiya Bev... oh I know th copper peptides is the hard one.. I use mine on the days I dont use tret and thats how I get around it.. they are fine with retinal so that works for me.. sending love x
Oh yes let’s cut the waffle 🤗 CONGRATS 🎉 So For about 5+ yrs I’ve only been able to tolerate 3x a week. But recently I reduced my prescription strength and working my way up to every night use 🤞🏽. Currently I’m 2 nights straight, and 1-2 nights off.
Hey! I'm a new subscriber that to happened to stumble across your content and I have been loving all the videos! Its very informative. I'm curious about your take on notion of Western vs Eastern skincare for anti-aging. When it comes to reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots, do you think investing in mainstream retinol/ tretinoin products from brands like Paula’s Choice, COSRX and Some By Mi are more effective than going for Traditional Korean Hanbang options? Specifically, I'm wondering if splurging on premium panex ginseng brands like Sulwhasoo, Donginbi and The History of Whoo justifies the higher price for better results. What's your perspective on this 🙂?
Thanks so much for sharing the tretinoin tips. I'm definitely going to try the sandwich method having recently given up on tretinoin as I have very dry skin. Just curious, have you tried any online tretinoin prescriptions like Dermatica or Skin + Me?
Glad to hear you’ve conquered tretinoin! But I still don’t feel I’ve learned much about the way you use it. Do you do your full skincare routine with toners, and serums before your tret sandwich? Do you let everything dry before or apply as a usual skincare step? If you’re using tret or retinal every night when do you use the copper peptides? Are you using the regular tretinoin cream or a micro gel (slow release)?
They spent a fortune formulating and testing the altreno so I am not suprised it works so well and it goes to show what a really good quality formulation can deliver :) thank you so much for sharing x
I'm nuts then. I keep using it even though I peel like crazy cause it's oddly satisfying for me. I use it only once a week tho, sometimes once every two weeks if I get too irritated. I also use it on my hands and chest. No big issues for me. I love the fact that it lasts me so long since I don't have to use it that often. PS: I use 0.1% concentration
I use Tretinoin 5 days a week. First step in nightly skincare after cleanser. Applied to face & neck. Around eyes too. I found that adding the right moisturizer at the end helped. La Roche posay lipikar triple action repair moisturizer. With 1 drop of glycerin added. And before that I put on some jojoba oil. Plus purito sleeping pack. Exfoliate 2x a week. With glycolic acid. And some by mi aha bha pha serum. I have been using Tretinoin for 4.5 months.
Thank you hun and I hope all is amazing with you.. I usually wait around 5 mins though I dont think it matter a whole lot so long as you leave a good 60 seconds.. love x
Hurraaaaay ! Welcome on board. 😅 Starting my third year of use. 6 nights per week now. 😅 But I could not use it more than 3 nights per week the first year. So you will eventually come to every night but after a lot a patience. I do protect my lips and I use tons of cica moisturizer after applying the tretinoin.
My FOMO is so real, too, Rob. I’ve been using retinal and getting great results, but there’s a little voice in my head that says maybe it could be better with tretinoin.
OMG I know Amy... Its like that terrible boyfriend you finally get rid of then you see someone online saying he's changed and so you go right back expecting a different outcome lol.... Thats tret for me lol xxxxxx
I'm 14 months in with Dermatica Tretinoin 0.1% , Azelaic Acid 15% and Niacinimide 4% . I know it works and my routine is simplified now . Morning Routine now is Copper Peptides
I decided to try the online dermatologist route thru Curology. They started me really low at 0.012% and gradually increased it, so no issues. Now I'm ready to ask my local doctor for a regular 0.1%, because it's more affordable than Curology or Agency.
The big problem people eat a lot of sugar and trans fat that aged the skin. Foods high in sugar or refined carbohydrates affect collagen fibers. This process is called gyration: the sugars attach to the collagen in the skin, causing it to harden and damage. I am 67 years old I also massage my face and I use good nutrition I have no wrinkles at all. And I use cheap skin care, collagen and vitamins, which is important for healthy skin that is not expensive shin care.
Here in the Netherlands we can't just go to a dermatologist. You have to get a refferal from your GP and he/she has to have a reason to send you to a derm. That reason will be heavy acne and not for anti aging. You don't get a refferal for that. I don't know if there are any Dutch people here with other experiences? Your skin looks amazing Rob!
You can get Tret via Dermatica in the Uk. I am from Denmark, and I did that for a period until I persuaded my GP to give me a prescription😜 Dermatica ships to mainland Europe.
Oh I am so sorry to hear that, here in the UK national health drs cant prescribe it for anti aging but private derms usually can.. Thank you for your compliment and sending you lots of love x
It's still early days for me. I'm on week four using l'oréal revitalift laser retinol and niacinamide. Just about managing three nights a week. Had a bit of sensitivity but nothing like their version of revitalift laser pure retinol night serum. Used that a couple of times in the first week and made my skin incredibly dry and red. Was rather uncomfortable for a good few days. One I'll be hopeful to return to later down the line.
Omg I had a horrible experience with generic tretinoin. I tried for years to make it work and just could not tolerate it. Now I do have very dry sensitive skin and I have papulopustular rosacea which makes my skin even more sensitive. But I switched to a different dermatologist and she put me on ALTRENO and omg what a difference. I’ve been on it for 7 months and I’m on 5 times a week gradually increasing. No irritation at all. However before starting ALTRENO I had to get my skin condition under control 1st before moving onto tretinoin. So I highly recommend for people who have had a bad experience with generic Tretinoin to ask there derms about ALTRENO.
I can't find information that Altreno is also anti-aging. everywhere information only about acne. some blogger said 4 years ago that Altreno has not been studied as an anti-wrinkle agent, so it is only prescribed for acne, there is some other form of tretinoin in there, so maybe it doesn't have the effect of rejuvenating the skin like regular tretinoin. did you get a prescription for Altreno anti aging or anti acne?
@@netkotov3767 I actually had the same concern when I asked my derm about this medication because I wanted it for anti aging. she let me know that it’s the same tretinoin as the generic version it’s just encapsulated with hydrating and moisturizing ingredients to make it less irritating and more tolerable for those with sensitive skin. I also did my research on it and I found dr shereene idriss here on UA-cam talking about it. Just search her name with altreno and it should pop up
I was only ever to use it 3x a week and NO OTHER retinoid without issues (I usually have extremely strong skin. I get frequent high % peels with no issue) and was never happy with my results. I’ve found daily adapalene gives ME better results than less frequent tret. But I have to wonder if it’s due to the issues we are focusing on. I’m 26 with hormonal acne and just a general anti aging effect without fibe lines and wrinkles. I don’t know you’re age (your skin screamslate 20’s!) but if your issues are different I wonder if that plays a part. Idk just my skin nerd brain always wanting issues😅 Also, I use the sandwich method with adapalene and TO new beta glucan moisturizer is THE BEST first layer. It sinks in completely which allows better absorption but over time strengthens and insanely hydrated your skin! Plus it’s sooo cheap I use it every night and every day as my morning moisturizer and it lasts around a month for less than 20$!
For me the same peeling and irritation! I'm on 0.012% with good effect but only every three days. And when it gets red on day two I stop, put cica cream several times a day and then start again when it's better
I started using tretinoin last march after just a few months of using the Ordinary's granactive retinoid. I started once or twice per week and peeled around my nose and under my eyes for the first 3-4 times and that was about it, after the first two weeks I was already using it 5 nights per week (the other 2 nights I use acids). My face skin is incredibly forgiving, which is remarkable considering that I have atopic dermatitis on the rest of my body in the winter and also my scalp is very irritable and flaky 😅🤷♂
Thats amazing and thank you so much for sharing your experience.. I know what you mean my scalp is totally indestructible but do anything to my face and im a massive peel lol
@@MadAboutSkin I wish I could wear total black without having to put up a propitiatory ceremony the day before 🥴 It's great that you finally managed to make it work, maybe it was also thanks to the fact that you are using the Ordinary's barrier serum consistently?
Thank you so much hun thats so kind of you to say and its 0.05% which is mid strength and contains some other retinoids which will boost performance too :) hope this helps.. love xx
Hi Rob. I plan on ordering your retinal oil along with your other products when I run out of my current products and after your new rebranding but until then can you recommend a good retinal oil I can reasonably purchase in the US?
Naturium ($) Good Molecules ($)Face theory ($$) Dermalogica Clearing Oil ($$$) are all awesome options. If you want a small quantity drunk elephant has a .5oz for a fairly decent price
Oh thank you so much and thank you for your support .. the only one I have tried has been the dermalogica one which I liked but the price isnt the cheapest.. hope this helps xx
@@MadAboutSkin the dermologica one is way to expensive ahha but I’ve found it truly works wonders for those with grade 3-4 acne who are too sensitive for adapalene. I never recommend products that expensive but for a certain specific group (sensitive with severe acne) it really is 100% the best option
I received a prescription for 0.05, but insurance won’t cover it-so with a coupon, it’s about $70. Before I make that investment, how does 0.05 dose match up to the highest dose over the counter retinol? I know you aren’t a doctor, but I trust all the time and research you’ve done on your own journey.
I can only go of what my derma said to me which was that she doesnt think there are many extra benefits for going for the strongest but you will get a lot more irritation so she recommended I stay at 0.05%.. hope this helps x
So I made so many mistakes with Tretinoin, firstly I bought the 0.1% which was way too high to start off with, i started using it every day and started purging and flaking like crazy. Finally figured out how to stop the flaking. Firstly I apply COSRX Sanil Mucin, then I apply Clinique moisturising lotion, then I apply the tiniest amount of retinoin, then I finish off with Egyptian Magic all purpose skin cream.
I started dermatica tret last year and was good then was so drying. I'm alternating now with allies retinal and seems ok. But i stopped the subscription cos the expiry date was ridiculous! I used it 2 ore 3 times a week now and it's basically expired cos apparently the shelf life is about 3 months. I mean wtf? I do like it as it has azelaic in it as well. I might have to look for another brand.
I'm 37 just started my retinAL journey. Only using it once a week as am scared. Using the beauty of joeson retinAL. I do have a tube of tret From abroad but i won't use that until I'm use to retinal
How would I use your retinAL oil? Is it 1 pump for full face? I'm acne prone will your oil be suitable for me? Also will your antioxidant cream be back in stock soon? I know u had s fab deal on for that
hi hun, I m super oily and acne prone and it works great on my skin because of the type of oil used.. yes one pump is all you need and the antioxidant cream will be back in stock in March with the rebrand :) love x
@@MadAboutSkin that's fab. I'll grab the oil. I'm very acne prone . Anything & everything can break me out Ahhh i missed the great deal on your antioxidant cream ☹️
@@MadAboutSkin thank you so much for your response! I just got it in last week and I haven't peeled yet like I usually do with my .05 in the red and white tube so I was wondering if it was actually working/real.... But looks like you have success with it and your skin looks awesome so now I feel better lol
Isotretinoin is Only thing that I can tolerate, which is funny because that’s The strongest stuff. I guess The route of administration is The key here.
The tret I used was 0.05% which is what the term said works best and she didnt actually recommend going higher as she believed this strength gives the same results in the long term with less irritation but of course other derms might differ. love x
Unless something has changed very recently simple tretinoin is not even available in my country (Czech Republic), only in combination with antibiotics or some other medication/ingredient, and therefore only prescribed as a temporary treatment for severe acne. I used to be a bit upset about it but after 3 lasers (CO2 and erbium for acne scarring) my skin stopped tolerating adapalene that I'd used without a problem before so I really doubt it would tolerate tretinoin.
Oh thats so frustrating.. I know its not available here in the UK on the NHS but some private derms will prescribe... hope your having a great weekend :) x
Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are talking tretinoin and how I have finally cracked including it in my skincare routine.. this is how to use tretinoin for beginners but let me know any hacks you have too and would like to share.. love you all x
Love your skin...can you drop your skin care routine AM & PM:)
Could you kindly specify the exact name of the tretinoin cream in the UK? Because when I asked for tretinoin from my GP they prescribed me a solution as opposed to an actual cream that was a combination of tretinoin and antibiotics which I've never even heard of.
Can you please show us a full tretenoin routine , what serums you you’d use with tretenoin! Your skin looks amazing BTW!
I would be happy to and I will get on to filming the full routine.. love x
I had the problem of irritation while using differin gel. Tried the sandwich method but still had it. So I stopped using differin.
3 weeks ago I gave it another shot and now I can even use it on my neck and chest acne with almost no irritation!!!
My secret: I use the sandwich method BUT the base moisturizer is LRP Cicaplast Gel B5, let it sit for 20-30 Minutes, than apply differin gel and on top of that a layer of LRP Cicaplast Baume B5. I love that combination, my skin hasn‘t looked this good in years! 🎉
Love your videos ❤
I've been using Tretinoin 0.05 six nights a week for the past five years. It took me two or three prior tries before I was successful. The times I failed I was following the directions on the prescription, i.e. apply to a dry face and put moisturizer on afterward and use every other night. Then I started watching Dr. Dray who advised using moisturizer first, letting it dry and then applying Tretinoin. I also watched Angie of Hot and Flashy who advised going REAL SLOWLY, one night a week for the first month, two nights the second etc. I did work up to every night but found it was just too much so I backed off to six nights and that seems to be my sweet spot. I hope my experience can help someone else be successful with their Tretinoin journey.
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Omg, your skin has improved so much in the last few months, I was sure you had done something. Later on I guessed that it was the copper peptide. But it was tret, for sure. I knew you did something! It's so great, I'm happy for you❤, I've been on tret for a year and a half and it serves me well✌️
Thank you so much for such a lovely comment.. sending you so much love x
You face looks absolutely great.Thats so great .That just shows you patience is a virtue.
Oh thank you so much hun thats so kind of you to say.. sending love x
Yay!!!! I too noticed your skin was next level 😍 congratulations 🎉
Oh thank you so so much hun thats so kind of you to say.. love xx
I’ve tried tret under a dermatologist and it a no go for my sensitive skin BUT my derm was keen for a trial of Medik8 Crystal Retinal 1, went super slow starting at one night a week and it took 6 months to get to 6 nights a week, the other night is mandelic acid and I’m thrilled to say it’s a huge success. I’m very thankful to have a lovely derm whom is patient and supportive
OMG I love the medik8 retinal collection their products are so so so good.. love x
Your skin looks amazing-you certainly don’t look your age. Hope you will keep it up… you picked a good time to get the hang of it…and never ever be without sunscreen. All signs are looking up for you and your future now with your skin! Great video
Oh thank you so much hun thats so kind of you to say and sending you so much love x
Great tips! I am back on tret after a 6-9 month break. I switched brands, and the new formula is too spicy to use without a petroleum based moisturizer around my eyes. Even though it's the same percentages I started with in the beginning, and I never had to do this before. I will keep that in mind as I go through this journey and switch from brand to brand/ provider to provider.
Yeah this is such a good tip hun as the formulation can matter a lot not just the percentage, I have to keep telling myself that.. Thank you so much for sharing and sending love x
I’m sooo happy Tret is working for you. Even after 9 years of use I cannot use it every night, after 4 days I get redness particularly at the top of my cheek bones. Now I’m using every other day alternating with your Retinal oil. I also have two strengths of Tret, 0.025 and 0.05% and just let my skin tell me which one it wants 😂. On nights I use Tret I put A-Game 5 on my neck.
Thank you for putting this important message out. More is not more, less is definitely more! love you❤xx (BTW your skin looks gorgeous as always!)
Well Jan I have you to thank for making this a success as it was your suggestion of alternating with the retinal oil which made me try it again and its been perfect :) thank you so so much.. love xx
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I smiled when you mentioned putting lip balm round the eyes, nose and lips because it is such a good tip and something I have done for years round my eyes. I have not tried tret because it is prescription…I think I will try your retinal oil though. I use an SPF lip balm round my eyes because every other SPF stings my eyes. Even mineral ones (the joys of blepharitis linked to rosacea) hurt my eyes, but a petroleum based SPF lip balm doesn’t migrate. As a bonus a lip balm round my eyes also blurs my lines.
Oh thank you so much hun and if you do try the retinal oil I hope you enjoy it :) sending you lots of love xx
You are my last bullet. After 2 years trying *ALL* the brands, %, frequencies, methods, etc,... my derm has told me that tret is not for me. My skin reacts producing mini pustules constantly. The antiaging results are otherwordly✨ but wth, living witj constant active inflammatory lesions is a pricr that I cannot psychologically afford😓. I' m glad you found the way🖤.
Edit: I forgot to mention, Saint Derm is the actual man of my life😜. We met more than 20 years ago, he healed my acne after 6 unsuccessfull derms, removed my scars and has always solved all my issues🙌🏼
For me, glycerin is a game changer. I add a drop of it to my toner and moisturizer before applying. My skin improved just in one day and now I can easily use tret every night and only buffer with ceramide toner. No irritation or peeling anymore, and my skin is so smooth the whole day.
I appreciate you sharing this tip - I've used glycerin for years but only mixed in with my body lotion after a shower. Since I haven't used my tret in ages due to irritation, this might be worth a try for me! 👍 🎉
Woo hoo I am so happy for you Rob!!! Welcome to the beautiful world of tretinoin.❤❤❤❤ Love the video. You are the best! We love your videos. Keep them coming!
Thank you so so much hun your kind words have put a huge smile on my face.. love xx
Omg how did I miss this video.. catching up now.. love xx
Missed you.. love x
Well done! Also good to know that you still use retinal. Ive been thinking about using another retinoid on my non tret nights. Might give it a try now 👍
I hope it works for you hun if you do try it.. sending love x
I’m with you Rob. I recently bit the bullet & got a Tret script from my GP last week. (This girl turning 50 this year so need the big guns) I plan on starting out once a week Tret & using up my abundance of retinal products on the rest of my week. I usually make Sundays my AHA + moisture night with thick lashings of LRP Cicaplast or the newer Ordinary thicker moisturiser.
Hi hun, Happy Sunday.. thank you so much for the reminder of the ordinary moisturiser which I think would be a great moisturiser option for this :) love xx
@@MadAboutSkin yes I used it last night over Tret, worked an absolute treat. Skin isn’t dry in fact it’s plump & “glowing to the Gods” in my ROB voice 🤣
This is uncanny! I finally got a couple of tubes yesterday. Not cheap but the good stuff, made in India, shipped via Netherlands. But I have used it extensively in the past. It fades my hand sun spots in days. But I want to use it on my face too but the redness can be pesky. So useful tips here, thanks.❤
So gal you found the video useful and cant wait to hear the results you get :) love x
Gr8 message ~ Listen to our own individual skins needs 👍🏼
Use sunscreen every morning especially when on Tretinoin
Thank you so much hun and thanks for watching x
I think using high quality Retinals like A313, the Ordinary's Retinal and Adapalene helped me transition recently to Tretenoin. I use the Elf Holy Hydration twenty minutes after applying and then Cereve lotion, or sometimes La Roche Posay Cica Baume and have had zero peeling. I am so happy with the glow and just started. I keep my skin very hydrated all day and lots of sunblock. I am 51 but people generally think im in my upper 30's. No wrinkles! I suffered cystic acne my whole life so think all that oil saved my skin as i aged. Afraid of what menopause will do to me, so jumped on the Tret bandwagon and am loving the results!
I cracked being able to use retinoids after years of trying by using Dr Sams mosture intense as a barrier cream on my retinol free nights. I still use it as her 'moisturiser goggles' and if needed especially on my top lip and neck. Now its been 4 months of retinol and i can honestly say my skin is soft without a single pimple in that time. My wrinkles i think are reduced but i don't think there has so far been much improvement in my dark spots. Thanks for another great video 💚
I love love love the Dr sam moisturiser and I think this has been so key for me being able to use tret this time round.. love x
Altreno is the ONLY tretinoin that has never irritated me. A truly beautiful formulation. I was quickly able to use it three nights straight, a night off for exfoliation, and repeat.
They spent so much money on developing that product, I am not suprised it works so well.. thank you so much for sharing.. love x
Good to hear! I just got an Altreno prescription! Really hoping it works for me too. Tried for years with generic Tret (in various strengths). None work, no matter what methods/ frequency I use to acclimate to it ...
@@MsMerceMerce I hope it works just as well for you. Personally I started as two weeks of using it Mondays and Thursdays, then three weeks of Mondays Wednesday and Fridays. After that, I was using it three nights on, and one off. A little dryness, but I mean a truly very little. Wishing you the best with this, and let us know how it goes for you!
@@ScottyMidnight Thank you so much! Really appreciate the tips on using it and that's so encouraging to hear about so little dryness. Thank you, will do!
@@MsMerceMerce of course. On the days here and there where I get a dry patch, I just put a pump or two of the Peach & Lily Rescue Party barrier serum on and that takes care of that. Oily acne prone 41 year old here for reference. 🙃
Hi love your videos. Which other moisturizers do you suggest prior to tretinoin and after applying tretinoin? I trust your input.
I like the avene, also love the naturium peptide one off you want to go super affordable then the revolutions skincare ceramide one is amazing.. love x
Great video Rob, thank you for sharing your routine. I am doing a similar routine but I’m struggling to fit my og copper peptides in. I cannot live without it on my skin! I’ve no idea when to use it-help! Thanks!
Hiya Bev... oh I know th copper peptides is the hard one.. I use mine on the days I dont use tret and thats how I get around it.. they are fine with retinal so that works for me.. sending love x
@@MadAboutSkin thank you Rob, I’ve got quite sensitive skin so I will do a moisturiser in between them. Thanks again 💕
Oh yes let’s cut the waffle 🤗 CONGRATS 🎉 So For about 5+ yrs I’ve only been able to tolerate 3x a week. But recently I reduced my prescription strength and working my way up to every night use 🤞🏽. Currently I’m 2 nights straight, and 1-2 nights off.
Oh thats amazing thank you so much for sharing and for all your support.. sending you so much love x
Hi Rob, Any plans in using red light therapy mask? Great Channel!
hi hun, I have a red light mask and I like it as I find it relaxing for sure but I always forget to use it lol xx
Hey! I'm a new subscriber that to happened to stumble across your content and I have been loving all the videos! Its very informative. I'm curious about your take on notion of Western vs Eastern skincare for anti-aging. When it comes to reducing fine lines, wrinkles, and age spots, do you think investing in mainstream retinol/ tretinoin products from brands like Paula’s Choice, COSRX and Some By Mi are more effective than going for Traditional Korean Hanbang options? Specifically, I'm wondering if splurging on premium panex ginseng brands like Sulwhasoo, Donginbi and The History of Whoo justifies the higher price for better results. What's your perspective on this 🙂?
Good tips. I stll apply tret after moisturizer as my skin is sensitive. I also wait about a half hour and this made a big difference for me
Thank you so much for this hack and I agree sometimes waiting a little is key.. sending love x
I found my tret pretty irritating and stopped using it - but this sounds like it's worth a try for me, thanks for sharing! :)
This is Gonna b so Helpful🔥🔥🔥👍n Happy Sunday😀….
Hope all is wonderful with you hun and sending you lots of love x
I appreciate your recommendation of mandelic acid as a gentle exfoliator for daytime or night-off-tretinoin product.
My pleasure hun and I think its an under used and appreciated acid.. love x
Thanks so much for sharing the tretinoin tips. I'm definitely going to try the sandwich method having recently given up on tretinoin as I have very dry skin. Just curious, have you tried any online tretinoin prescriptions like Dermatica or Skin + Me?
I really hope the sandwich method works for you... I havent done the online ones but I know a lot of people who have and they got great results x
hi!! #replay with your sandwich method, when do you apply your serums?
Glad to hear you’ve conquered tretinoin! But I still don’t feel I’ve learned much about the way you use it. Do you do your full skincare routine with toners, and serums before your tret sandwich? Do you let everything dry before or apply as a usual skincare step? If you’re using tret or retinal every night when do you use the copper peptides? Are you using the regular tretinoin cream or a micro gel (slow release)?
Altreno lotion is super gentle as well.
They spent a fortune formulating and testing the altreno so I am not suprised it works so well and it goes to show what a really good quality formulation can deliver :) thank you so much for sharing x
I'm nuts then. I keep using it even though I peel like crazy cause it's oddly satisfying for me. I use it only once a week tho, sometimes once every two weeks if I get too irritated. I also use it on my hands and chest. No big issues for me. I love the fact that it lasts me so long since I don't have to use it that often.
PS: I use 0.1% concentration
I use Tretinoin 5 days a week. First step in nightly skincare after cleanser.
Applied to face & neck. Around eyes too.
I found that adding the right moisturizer at the end helped.
La Roche posay lipikar triple action repair moisturizer. With 1 drop of glycerin added.
And before that I put on some jojoba oil.
Plus purito sleeping pack.
Exfoliate 2x a week. With glycolic acid. And some by mi aha bha pha serum.
I have been using Tretinoin for 4.5 months.
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How long do you wait to apply the second moisturiser after your tret?
Awesome video as always Rob, keep it up :)
Thank you hun and I hope all is amazing with you.. I usually wait around 5 mins though I dont think it matter a whole lot so long as you leave a good 60 seconds.. love x
Hurraaaaay ! Welcome on board. 😅 Starting my third year of use. 6 nights per week now. 😅 But I could not use it more than 3 nights per week the first year. So you will eventually come to every night but after a lot a patience. I do protect my lips and I use tons of cica moisturizer after applying the tretinoin.
Thanks for the tips hun :) loving the results so far... sending you lots of love x
My FOMO is so real, too, Rob. I’ve been using retinal and getting great results, but there’s a little voice in my head that says maybe it could be better with tretinoin.
OMG I know Amy... Its like that terrible boyfriend you finally get rid of then you see someone online saying he's changed and so you go right back expecting a different outcome lol.... Thats tret for me lol xxxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin Baahahaha! That made me laugh out loud, Rob! That’s exactly what Tret is. 🤣🤣❤️
I'm 14 months in with Dermatica Tretinoin 0.1% , Azelaic Acid 15% and Niacinimide 4% . I know it works and my routine is simplified now . Morning Routine now is Copper Peptides
Do you have Azelaic Acid 15% in your Tretinoin formula?
Oh thats a great combo and I am so glad its working for you John.. Hope your having a great weekend.. love x
@Micci75 yes it's a formula . I use Dermatica
Do you use the tretinoin, azelaic acid and niacinamide all together at night?
I decided to try the online dermatologist route thru Curology. They started me really low at 0.012% and gradually increased it, so no issues. Now I'm ready to ask my local doctor for a regular 0.1%, because it's more affordable than Curology or Agency.
Oh I hope you get on well at the Drs.. sending love x
The big problem people eat a lot of sugar and trans fat that aged the skin. Foods high in sugar or refined carbohydrates affect collagen fibers. This process is called gyration: the sugars attach to the collagen in the skin, causing it to harden and damage. I am 67 years old I also massage my face and I use good nutrition I have no wrinkles at all. And I use cheap skin care, collagen and vitamins, which is important for healthy skin that is not expensive shin care.
Here in the Netherlands we can't just go to a dermatologist. You have to get a refferal from your GP and he/she has to have a reason to send you to a derm. That reason will be heavy acne and not for anti aging. You don't get a refferal for that. I don't know if there are any Dutch people here with other experiences?
Your skin looks amazing Rob!
You can get Tret via Dermatica in the Uk. I am from Denmark, and I did that for a period until I persuaded my GP to give me a prescription😜 Dermatica ships to mainland Europe.
Oh I am so sorry to hear that, here in the UK national health drs cant prescribe it for anti aging but private derms usually can.. Thank you for your compliment and sending you lots of love x
I didnt know they shipped to the EU so thats great to know xx
@@leneskov5184 Thanks for the tip!
@@MadAboutSkin We have no private derms here. They always are linked to hospitals.
It's still early days for me. I'm on week four using l'oréal revitalift laser retinol and niacinamide. Just about managing three nights a week. Had a bit of sensitivity but nothing like their version of revitalift laser pure retinol night serum. Used that a couple of times in the first week and made my skin incredibly dry and red. Was rather uncomfortable for a good few days. One I'll be hopeful to return to later down the line.
Thank you so much for sharing your experiences hun.. sending you lots of love x
Hey Rob. What type and strength of tret are you using now??? You're sooooo cute. I'd totally ask you out. 😇 thanks, Judson
Awww thank you so much that's kind of you and I'm on 0.05% xx
Omg I had a horrible experience with generic tretinoin. I tried for years to make it work and just could not tolerate it. Now I do have very dry sensitive skin and I have papulopustular rosacea which makes my skin even more sensitive. But I switched to a different dermatologist and she put me on ALTRENO and omg what a difference. I’ve been on it for 7 months and I’m on 5 times a week gradually increasing. No irritation at all. However before starting ALTRENO I had to get my skin condition under control 1st before moving onto tretinoin. So I highly recommend for people who have had a bad experience with generic Tretinoin to ask there derms about ALTRENO.
OMG I am so so sorry to hear that and your right if you can get it then altreno is amazing for sure.. love x
I can't find information that Altreno is also anti-aging. everywhere information only about acne. some blogger said 4 years ago that Altreno has not been studied as an anti-wrinkle agent, so it is only prescribed for acne, there is some other form of tretinoin in there, so maybe it doesn't have the effect of rejuvenating the skin like regular tretinoin. did you get a prescription for Altreno anti aging or anti acne?
@@netkotov3767 I actually had the same concern when I asked my derm about this medication because I wanted it for anti aging. she let me know that it’s the same tretinoin as the generic version it’s just encapsulated with hydrating and moisturizing ingredients to make it less irritating and more tolerable for those with sensitive skin. I also did my research on it and I found dr shereene idriss here on UA-cam talking about it. Just search her name with altreno and it should pop up
I was only ever to use it 3x a week and NO OTHER retinoid without issues (I usually have extremely strong skin. I get frequent high % peels with no issue) and was never happy with my results. I’ve found daily adapalene gives ME better results than less frequent tret. But I have to wonder if it’s due to the issues we are focusing on. I’m 26 with hormonal acne and just a general anti aging effect without fibe lines and wrinkles. I don’t know you’re age (your skin screamslate 20’s!) but if your issues are different I wonder if that plays a part. Idk just my skin nerd brain always wanting issues😅
Also, I use the sandwich method with adapalene and TO new beta glucan moisturizer is THE BEST first layer. It sinks in completely which allows better absorption but over time strengthens and insanely hydrated your skin! Plus it’s sooo cheap I use it every night and every day as my morning moisturizer and it lasts around a month for less than 20$!
For me the same peeling and irritation! I'm on 0.012% with good effect but only every three days. And when it gets red on day two I stop, put cica cream several times a day and then start again when it's better
I am glad im not on my own lol.. thank you so much for sharing and sending you lots of love x
Have you changed your sunscreen picks since starting tretinoin?
Great question and I haven't, I already used spf 50+ and broad spectrum so didnt really need to change anything x
I started using tretinoin last march after just a few months of using the Ordinary's granactive retinoid. I started once or twice per week and peeled around my nose and under my eyes for the first 3-4 times and that was about it, after the first two weeks I was already using it 5 nights per week (the other 2 nights I use acids). My face skin is incredibly forgiving, which is remarkable considering that I have atopic dermatitis on the rest of my body in the winter and also my scalp is very irritable and flaky 😅🤷♂
Thats amazing and thank you so much for sharing your experience.. I know what you mean my scalp is totally indestructible but do anything to my face and im a massive peel lol
@@MadAboutSkin I wish I could wear total black without having to put up a propitiatory ceremony the day before 🥴
It's great that you finally managed to make it work, maybe it was also thanks to the fact that you are using the Ordinary's barrier serum consistently?
Your skin looks so good! Can you please tell me the percentage of retinol in your retinol oil ? Thank you.
madaboutskincare.com/products/ultimate-anti-ageing-oil
Thank you so much hun thats so kind of you to say and its 0.05% which is mid strength and contains some other retinoids which will boost performance too :) hope this helps.. love xx
Thank you so much@@MadAboutSkin
Hi Rob. I plan on ordering your retinal oil along with your other products when I run out of my current products and after your new rebranding but until then can you recommend a good retinal oil I can reasonably purchase in the US?
Get the MAS oil. It's beautiful! I always have a good skin day when I use it😊
@@Madamchief thank you!
Naturium ($) Good Molecules ($)Face theory ($$) Dermalogica Clearing Oil ($$$) are all awesome options. If you want a small quantity drunk elephant has a .5oz for a fairly decent price
Oh thank you so much and thank you for your support .. the only one I have tried has been the dermalogica one which I liked but the price isnt the cheapest.. hope this helps xx
@@MadAboutSkin the dermologica one is way to expensive ahha but I’ve found it truly works wonders for those with grade 3-4 acne who are too sensitive for adapalene. I never recommend products that expensive but for a certain specific group (sensitive with severe acne) it really is 100% the best option
I received a prescription for 0.05, but insurance won’t cover it-so with a coupon, it’s about $70. Before I make that investment, how does 0.05 dose match up to the highest dose over the counter retinol? I know you aren’t a doctor, but I trust all the time and research you’ve done on your own journey.
I can only go of what my derma said to me which was that she doesnt think there are many extra benefits for going for the strongest but you will get a lot more irritation so she recommended I stay at 0.05%.. hope this helps x
So I made so many mistakes with Tretinoin, firstly I bought the 0.1% which was way too high to start off with, i started using it every day and started purging and flaking like crazy. Finally figured out how to stop the flaking. Firstly I apply COSRX Sanil Mucin, then I apply Clinique moisturising lotion, then I apply the tiniest amount of retinoin, then I finish off with Egyptian Magic all purpose skin cream.
Thank you so much for watching and sharing your thoughts. x
I started dermatica tret last year and was good then was so drying. I'm alternating now with allies retinal and seems ok. But i stopped the subscription cos the expiry date was ridiculous! I used it 2 ore 3 times a week now and it's basically expired cos apparently the shelf life is about 3 months. I mean wtf? I do like it as it has azelaic in it as well. I might have to look for another brand.
I just use Vaseline at the corner of my eyes, nose, and mouth. Apply with a Q-Tip
Thanks for watching and sharing xx
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Happy weekend hun and sending love x
Do we know what brand he is using?
This is just a generic one I got from the pharmacy from a uk generics manufacturer.. love x
I'm 37 just started my retinAL journey. Only using it once a week as am scared. Using the beauty of joeson retinAL. I do have a tube of tret From abroad but i won't use that until I'm use to retinal
How would I use your retinAL oil? Is it 1 pump for full face? I'm acne prone will your oil be suitable for me? Also will your antioxidant cream be back in stock soon? I know u had s fab deal on for that
hi hun, I m super oily and acne prone and it works great on my skin because of the type of oil used.. yes one pump is all you need and the antioxidant cream will be back in stock in March with the rebrand :) love x
@@MadAboutSkin that's fab. I'll grab the oil. I'm very acne prone . Anything & everything can break me out
Ahhh i missed the great deal on your antioxidant cream ☹️
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Is that tretinoin you have in the thumbnail Healing Pharma Tretinoin? For some reason there is no sound on this video
Nevermind lol I'm dumb, it was my ear pods lol 🤣
Haha glad you worked it out and yes it is :) love x
@@MadAboutSkin thank you so much for your response! I just got it in last week and I haven't peeled yet like I usually do with my .05 in the red and white tube so I was wondering if it was actually working/real.... But looks like you have success with it and your skin looks awesome so now I feel better lol
Isotretinoin is Only thing that I can tolerate, which is funny because that’s The strongest stuff. I guess The route of administration is The key here.
Haha its funny how everyones skin is different :) thank you so much for sharing hun xx
My skin is so hardy i use acids along with tret with no issues.
Thata amazing hun your lucky lol.. love x
What % did you use??
The tret I used was 0.05% which is what the term said works best and she didnt actually recommend going higher as she believed this strength gives the same results in the long term with less irritation but of course other derms might differ. love x
My dermatologist prescribes tretinoin for acne only. I tried to insist but he refused...
Unless something has changed very recently simple tretinoin is not even available in my country (Czech Republic), only in combination with antibiotics or some other medication/ingredient, and therefore only prescribed as a temporary treatment for severe acne.
I used to be a bit upset about it but after 3 lasers (CO2 and erbium for acne scarring) my skin stopped tolerating adapalene that I'd used without a problem before so I really doubt it would tolerate tretinoin.
Oh thats so frustrating.. I know its not available here in the UK on the NHS but some private derms will prescribe... hope your having a great weekend :) x
How do you get tretinoin on the UK?
Through a private derm - its not available on the NHS for anything other than acne I dont think.. love x
I get mine online from alldaychemists.
I’m just seeing some websites of private clinics and they say all over £100 😦
For one tube??? That can’t be real or?
Look at Dermatica :)
I’m looking at dermatica on Amazon but there’s lots and I can’t see a specific one that has tretinoin what is it called please?