An acne treatment, Retin-A is a prescription that comes in gel or cream varieties as well as differing concentrations. It uses the active ingredient of retinoic acid, and it works by getting through the skin to thicken the epidermis and get rid of dead skin cell buildup in general. they use vitamin A, and they have been in business for years now.

Price: Varies

The reality is that vitamin A overturns the skin cells at a higher rate and thickens the skin. In addition, as a prescription and otherwise, you can be sure that they use the appropriate amounts, even in the smaller concentration, to give you potential acne fighting results. These results won’t work for everyone, and frankly if you’ve already tried another form of vitamin A, you would be well advised to choose something else.

The big part that turns many away however is the side effects. Side effects often include peeling, excessive dryness, redness, swelling, blistering, and otherwise. It does promote a natural exfoliation. But the extra sensitivity to the sun and the look it gives you in general terms is not beneficial to many to say the least.

We would not recommend using Retin-A. There was a time when it was your best option and realistically one of only a few options. However, times have changed and the market in general has changed to introduce new things that will give you better results without the side effects and with options in general.