Tretinoin? Adapalene? How to find the Right Prescription Retinoid for Your Skin | Dr. Sam Ellis

Dermatologists love retinoids, especially prescription retinoids like tretinoin, adapalene, and more. Retinoids are a gold standard ingredient for treating acne and the signs of aging. I like to get my patients started on a prescription-strength retinoid to help them achieve their skin goals, but did you know there are different brands for each type of prescription retinoid? I discuss the differences between them in this video, plus share some tips on how to incorporate retinoids into your skincare routine.

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DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician.

[pegacorn]

It's refreshing that as an MD you recognize that there are real differences between generic and brand-name medications. "Most" of the time generics work just as well but there are some meds that the brand name not only causes less side effects but is actually superior as a whole. As for Tretinoin, generic 0.05% seems to work great for me for anti-aging. I have had no peeling, redness or adjustment period: just soft, smooth skin.

[WhereDidIndiGo]

I’m so excited you started a YouTube channel! Looking forward to all your new videos!!!

[chelsey.mp]

This was the best “explain like I’m 5” retinoid video ever!

When you first started requesting video topics on your IG I was a little shy to ask, but this was exactly what I was hoping for—thank you!!

[LailiBirdy]

this video is INCREDIBLY informative. I've watched probably hundreds of retinoid videos and this one is the most complete and makes the most sense. <3

[beth]

Wonderful information - very thorough, but also good, basic info rather than too high level and detailed. You really have a great gift for presenting complex information.

[chateau]

Wow — you did a great job explaining all of this. Wonderful graphics, too!

[joannekree]

So glad you’re on YouTube! Love love love your posts on IG and now looking forward to you videos! Just wish you’re practice was in south Florida....

[victoria]

This was the best video on Retinoids I have watched - and I have watched lots! Just started on Differin OTC last week.

[laurelsorensen]

How did you know I was totally thinking if this exact topic lately! Thank you for sharing and the way you share your knowledge.

[erinarajbhandari]

The best Vit A video I have watched and I have watched a thank you so much. Wishing you lots of youtube success ❤️

[efroggys]

I wish all dermatologists were as caring and knowledgable as you

[aussiekilo]

Your amazing!! Explained with such thorough informative language that provides sufficient information to those that are not getting the necessary treatment and information from their dermatologist in California.

[ickywitdasticky]

Such an amazing video. I always wanted someone to do a deep dive on the rx retinoids. I've been on every one of the common retinoids, including Claravis. I'm on tazorac 0.1% for maintenance now and I peeled like a snake at first even though I was using tretinoin 0.05% just before starting. But my skin is so glowy now. I didn't even know that tazorac was also photostable.

[lauda]

What an amazing video, full of information and it’s just a pleasure listening to you speak!

[RachelTerry]

I love the informative and honest but approachable and way you did this video! So excited for more videos ❤️

[anarodriguez]

I thought I knew a lot about retinoids already but you definitely taught me something new!

[acrylicpourerer]

You are gonna blow up! Loving your videos

[bldyroar]

such an informative video! ive been using retin a for two years now and still learned from this.

[rachelweinstein]

Excellent, excellent educational video! Dr. Sam you’re just a natural! So glad I found you! Xo Rachel 🥰🦋💕🎉🐈🐶

[mashabond]

you are amazing, very good at explaining and going into detail <3 <3 great topic!!