Can I use a prescription retin-a type acne product with Proactiv?
October 19th, 2009 | by The Doc |
brandon’s mommy asked:
I’ve been through everything with acne products.. I read the answers to another question I asked about products to use, and many people seem to like Proactiv. I actually have that, and thought I should give it a try. ( I also used it a couple of years ago for the full 2 months, and my skin didn’t get better..) But this time I thought that if I used it in conjunction with my prescripion cream, it might work. I need something to work!!! the little pimples on my forehead are driving me nuts! they get really bad, then a few will clear up, and then they are back… I feel as though I’m too old to be having this issue right now… I had such high hopes for the after-effects of Accutane, but that improvement too went away. Anyway, enough novel!! Should I give Proactiv another go?
I’ve been through everything with acne products.. I read the answers to another question I asked about products to use, and many people seem to like Proactiv. I actually have that, and thought I should give it a try. ( I also used it a couple of years ago for the full 2 months, and my skin didn’t get better..) But this time I thought that if I used it in conjunction with my prescripion cream, it might work. I need something to work!!! the little pimples on my forehead are driving me nuts! they get really bad, then a few will clear up, and then they are back… I feel as though I’m too old to be having this issue right now… I had such high hopes for the after-effects of Accutane, but that improvement too went away. Anyway, enough novel!! Should I give Proactiv another go?
2 Responses to “Can I use a prescription retin-a type acne product with Proactiv?”
By skt83193 on Oct 20, 2009 | Reply
i think u should stop using proactiv and start using the new stuff and if it works keep it. if it doesnt then mix it
By Derek W on Oct 22, 2009 | Reply
Retina is an acidic solution that sloughs off the top layers of skin, giving the appearance of new or fresh skin. However it appears that you have another problem. Acne comes from the inside OUT. Meaning that you need to watch what you eat and drink. Lay off the chips, salt and sodas. These all contain bromides (salts) along with other candies and useless foods. Try eating healthy and after a few weeks (sadly, yes, weeks) your problem should start clearing up along with a regimen of daily face washing with anti-bacterial soaps. Retina is highly recommended to remove any signs of scarring caused by acne or sun damage, but for just plain regular old pimples, no, I don’t see it. Not unless your dermatologist recommends it too you.