Is Tretinoin the BEST Treatment For Acne? | Dr Sam Bunting

One of the oldest retinoids but still one of the best and certainly the most studied as it’s been used in dermatology since the 1960s. Retinoids are central to the treatment of acne because of their multi-pronged attack on the acne pathway. Perhaps most importantly, is their ability to target the micro-comedone - the precursor of all acne lesions, hence the importance of retinoids in preventing disease relapse.

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Disclaimer: The content seen in this video is provided only for medical educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek professional help individually if you suffer from any dermatological condition. Due to the volume of patients seen in the clinic, and to the unique nature of skin, Dr Bunting is unable to respond to every query on these videos.

[ITSmindgrowing]

I’m in my fourth week with 0.05, and love it so far. Bit sensitive and flaky sometimes, but the glow I have is insane. The spots and pimples go away so fast. Can’t wait for next month

[WayneGoss]

Here for Dr Sam's advice. She is truly the best!

[fress-gefuhl]

I have been using .1% tretinoin for 20 years. That is my skin care routine along with moisturizer and Tizo-3 sunscreen tinted and non tinted. I have been to several dermatologists and they are amazed on how my skin looks. And a plus, when I go out with my 33 year old son people think we are siblings. I’m 59!

[handlebar]

I'm in my fourth week with tretinoin 0.025 and it works incredibly 😭❤️ I don't mind with the purging because when it heals, it glows and make my skin less oily. God luck for everyone who's fighting with acne 💪

[Hollyferris]

Been using 0.025 and have zero irritation 👍🏻

[michaelforthriller]

been using for nearly a month and i must say, out of all the treatments so far this one is actually very effective for acne.

[cece]

I’ve been using tretinoin for about 2 years consistently and my skin has gotten so much better!!! I will get a couple pimples through out the month still but a significant improvement! It’s expensive here in the US but it’s worth it!

[Jadentadashii]

I just started again tretinoin, 🥚literally my 1st week. 🐣Nervous with possible purging effect. 😢Regret that I ever stopped few years back, but now I know better and going to use it religiously for the rest of my life. ✨

[iyaayaa]

0.025 made me purge, especially in my chin... I almost gave up but I didn’t. 3 months later, my skin is finally clear and it looks so nice, I don’t even wear make up anymore. My question is, do I have to use it for the rest of my life? How do I know when I need to go up?

[rynerlute]

i have been using 0.05% tretinoin for about 8 months now approaching november as of date to combat my hormonal acne(oof Im embarrassed to show my face sometimes haha). it is said that dramatic results would normally show after 3 months but for me it was 4 months. occasional acne flairs gradually decreased and in addition to using azelaic acid, completely halted. Now after 8 months, my complexion improved by leaps and bounds!. For the irritation, I used a moisturizer that contains panthenol (cosrx), I still experience irritation but very very mild as I'm increasing the dose gradually. All in all, tretinoin is a miracle worker, my complexion is smooth and dewyyy now!. i started tretinoin because of your past videos and also dr dray. Thank you!!

[Fatima-kzrc]

I love this video, nice short and straight to the point. Instead of a long ass video repeatedly saying the same thing

[Vegard]

Tazarotene is so much better for my skin. After 15 plus years of Retin-A-and I even try Altreno (tretinoin) 0.05% lotion--I tried and fell in love with Tazorac 0.1% cream. OMG this retinoid had less irritation, no peeling, and gave me better results.

[Diskidiva]

Just started the 0.025 last week and I can already see my skin getting slightly better

[safaaamehdar]

Saw many videos this is the shortest & you have gathered all the important info. into this 2 min video!

You are the best ♥

[saramarie]

Tret changed my life..after I powered through the purge it was so worth it!

[mahaelsholkamy]

This was very simple, precise, clear, and to the point and I found the answer to my question in it! One of the best videos I watched for you.
Thank you

[Thelaurarae]

I'm on week 4 of Tretinoin and have recently started peeling & seeing worsening of spots around chin and cheek area..hoping it goes away soon!!

[johnsonrojo]

I finally got the chance to get a prescription retinoid Tret 0.025% + Nicinamide 😍. I'm just trying to finish my Medik8's Retinal 0.06%. I've rewatched your Retinoid Mastery guide Dr Sam many times and it really helped me build confidence to using retinoids and now I am reaping the rewards. Thank you!

[dailydoseofmedicinee]

Tretinoin is an effective long-term treatment for the treatment of acne. While it won't work for everyone, studies show that tretinoin works to encourage cell turnover that can even skin tone, treat breakouts, and decrease the appearance of acne scarring.

[allison_may]

I get Tret in my Curology! Been using my formula for 8 months and have noticed such a difference in my skin!