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Reatin A Cream 0.5%
Reatin A Cream 0.5%
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Common Side Effects & The “Purging” Phase [1]
- The Skin Purge: During the first 2 to 4 weeks, your acne may actually look worse. This is a normal phenomenon where the drug rapidly pushes hidden, deep-seated blockages to the surface all at once.
- Irritation and Peeling: Expect mild redness, tightness, flaking, and a light stinging or warming sensation during the first month. If irritation becomes severe, stop using it for a few days and contact your doctor.
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- Binds to DNA Receptors
Tretinoin (the active ingredient) penetrates the outer layer of skin and binds directly to specific receptors inside your skin cells called Retinoic Acid Receptors (RARs). This binding signals the cells to completely reprogram how they grow. - Accelerates Cellular Turnover
Normally, it takes about 28 days for a new skin cell to form deep in the epidermis, travel to the surface, and shed. Retin-A speeds this up significantly. Cells divide much faster, pushing younger, healthier skin to the surface in a fraction of the time. - Prevents and Expels Blockages (Acne)
Acne forms when sticky, dead skin cells mix with oil and plug up a pore. Retin-A makes the cells lining your pores less sticky and more fluid. It actively dislodges existing blockages (causing the initial “purge”) and prevents new plugs from ever forming.
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