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Tretinoin Skincare Survival Guide

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I started my tretinoin journey about a year ago and have had to learn so much. My skin is pretty dry for starters, so it was a little uncomfortable at times. These are some items that have helped me survive tret and I’m happy to say I’m coming out on...
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Use these day & night

These are perfect for any time of the day!
 
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Clean face & base is so important
Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Facial Cleanser - La Roche-Posay
 
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SO HYDRATING. USE IT.
COSRX Snail 96 Mucin Essence | Award-Winning Hydration & Glow
 
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This is your best friend!!
Moisturizing Cream - CeraVe
 
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I like these a lot now bc they’re so similar to other products and way cheaper. Using disposable towels is so necessary because you don’t want bacteria on your face when you apply products.
grace & stella Face Towels Disposable
 
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Kills bacteria! Use it before applying products
Hypochlorous Acid Spray – Anti-Bacterial Skin Mist - Personal Day
 
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This is good for particularly dry patches, I use it on problem areas overnight
Aquaphor® Healing Ointment 14oz | Multi-Purpose
 
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Always use this. If tret gets on your lips it’s a must
Vaseline® Lip Therapy® Rosy Lips Stick

Products to use before bed

I like these for night time only, they aren’t suitable for going out
 
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This is where I get my tret! They created a formula for my skin after the online consultation. So easy and they ship it fast
Prescription Acne Cream: Pimple Cream w/ Tretinoin | Hers
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I love this for my eyelashes on tretinoin nights
USDA Organic Castor Oil Lash Serum
 
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This stuff is so nice on top of your moisturizer/tret. So hydrating.
L’Oreal Paris Collagen Daily Face Moisturizer

Products for daytime

Use these during the day. They help with sun protection & it’s good to not mix these with tretinoin at night.
 
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SPF is a nonnegotiable
Triple Prep Weightless Multitasking Moisturizer SPF 40 - Supergoop
 
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I use these every morning and they help with purges and breakouts!
COSRX BHA Toner Pads, 70 Exfoliating Sheets
 
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I’ll never not recommend a good lip balm with SPF
SPF Lip Balm, Lipstick & Gloss - Supergoop
 
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Love a good vitamin c serum. Brightening and perfect for the morning routine
Drunk Elephant C-Luma Hydrabright Serum 30ml
 
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A little multi stick with spf, so hydrating and safe for your skin.
SPF50 GlowBalm Peptide Stick - Pink Pop – Naked Sundays USA
 
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A great alternative to supergoop! with spf
MISSHA Glow Dewy Hydrating Sunscreen SPF40