Like adapalene, it has proven to be a safe and effective treatment for postinflammatory hyperpigmentation (Davis)
If you have acne-prone skin, adapalene should be on your radar and in your skin-care routine
8 Other topical agents include
You shouldn’t use adapalene and tretinoin together
Differin Gel Acne Treatment
La Roche-Posay Effaclar
Tretinoin: An Overview of Their Differences and Similarities 2 What Is Adapalene? 3 What Is
Hydroquinone has been in my
If you’ve ever heard of the Obagi Nu-Derm system it recommends taking a pea sized amount of tretinoin with a pea sized amount of hydroquinone
It is important to use sun protection to prevent repigmentation
It’s the only FDA approved prescription-strength topical retinoid available over-the-counter
that IS called self-care ya know) – Post2 hours max (or leaving overnight depend upon formula used) apply Retinols
05 percent gel “exhibits a greater anti-acne efficacy” than adapalene 0
Instead than hydroquinone, use something gentler like alpha arbutin on the pigmented areas
Use your prescribed ointment for the 3 months and then you can start using just your adapalene again
Benzoyl peroxide and hydroquinone
In other words, acidic products (pH 3
For example, vitamin C (which works at a more acidic, lower pH) should be applied before hyaluronic acid (formulated skin redness, stinging, burning, or peeling after sun exposure
Is it okay to use hydroquinone and niacinamide together? My derm prescribed me a compounded prescription similar to triluma (but with 6% hydroquinone)
Don't Mix With Acids or Benzoyl Peroxide
Both adapalene and benzoyl peroxide can cause irritation and purging, however, the risk is higher when using the two ingredients together because both increase cellular renewal
Step 2: Apply niacinamide serum all over your face and wait a few minutes for it to absorb