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Tretinoin and Minoxidil. Only 130$ a month. -
Tretinoin (Retinoic Acid) is the acid form of vitamin A and is also known as all-trans retinoic acid or ATRA. It is a first generation topical retinoid commonly used to treat acne vulgaris and keratosis pilaris. It is available as a cream or gel (brand names Aberela, Airol, Renova, Atralin, Retin-A, Avita, Retacnyl, Refissa, ReTrieve, or Stieva-A).
Side effects
In dermatological use
When used, dryness or increased sensitivity to sunlight of the affected skin may occur.
More sensitive patients may also experience redness, scaling, itching, and burning.
A gradual increase in the frequency and amount of tretinoin application is best, as this allows one's skin to adequately adjust to the drug. Patients should be careful to follow their physician's recommendations when beginning a round of treatment.
This product increases the risk of sunburn; care should be taken (shade, sunscreen, etc.) to protect treated skin from overexposure to ultraviolet light.
Because usage of tretinoin may cause thinning of the skin, it is strongly recommended that patients who are using the drug abstain from hair removal waxing. The wax will, when removed, pull off the top level of epithelium (skin) with it, leaving a red, inflamed, sore mark for several days.
In my opinion, I think its an acid just like Azelaic Acid. Using acids sometimes makes it more effective however we have to expect to get one of the sides mentioned above unless we are damn lucky :-)Comment
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Dr. Bauman happens to be a big believer in it. Check this link...
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Regardless, I wouldn't pay 130$ a month for minox.Comment
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Great..more garbage!Comment
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