Does Retin A really help acne in adult women?

I'm 35 and my acne is not much better than it was when I was 15.


Someone suggested retin a.


I remember using it when I was younger (and it was new - like, back when I was 15) and I wasn't that impressed with it back then - too many side effects for too little benefit. But I realize I have different skin in other ways now.





Whats anyones opinion on this?


Does Retin A really help acne in adult women?
It completely depends on your skin type.





I also have adult acne and it didn't work for me. I finally found that a light anti-botic helped.





Talk to your dermatologist, they should be able to recommend something and you may have to try several things before you find something that works for you. Does Retin A really help acne in adult women?
Yeah, it depends on your skin, but I do know it will at least make your skin look younger and healthier (any strong vitamin A cream will). Several months ago I tried to ween myself off of benzoyl peroxide because it was making my skin look haggard. I switched to a strong vitamin A cream called Green Cream, but that alone doesn't do the job - I also have to use Burts Bees Herbal Blemish Stick (with tea tree oil). The tea tree oil works like benzoyl peroxide, but it's not quite as strong. Coupled with the Green Cream though, it controls my acne and the Green Cream makes my skin look glowing and young.





I've never had a complete turn-around with vitamin A creams alone, but benzoyl peroxide worked miracles on my acne. So, this regimen works well for me. It takes a long time for your skin to adjust to the creams though, and you may break out even worse than before while it's adjusting -- I know I did.
Retin A works like a chemical skin peel. If you weren't too impressed with it before, you probably won't be all that happy with it now either. At age 35, acne is unusual. You may want to see your doctor to see if you have a hormonal imbalance. If not that, I'd suggest seeing a dermatologist. I think you'll be much happier with the results he can give you, and let's face it -- after 20 years of acne, you deserve it!





Good luck!



I'm in my 50's and have been fighting acne all my life. I tried using RetinA last year and it did not help at all. My skin was really dry and even after using it for several weeks I didn't notice any real difference. The insurance company doesn't want to pay for it either because I'm over 35. Sheesh.





I started using Clarins face cleanser and moisturizer and my face is more clear then it's been in years. I also had to go on HRT (which I fought for years) and that may be helping.





Good luck!