How To Use Retinol Without Irritation | Dermatologist Tips

[@missanamarie]

I've struggled with dry skin with tretinoin for 2 years. I am finally getting some relief by using the sandwich method (moisturizer, tretinoin, moisturizer). Thank you for this video.

[@zoezhou1855]

I am improving my English for understanding your videos ! Your skincare advice is very helpful

[@patpatmoomoo5524]

Your written English is great! Very good choice in listening to Dr. Dray!

[@sarah-pf8yg]

Same here😊

[@nicolasparraruiz790]

I’ve been doing that for 2 years, now I understand everything she says. She is so pleasant to listen to

[@halluciongen3000]

THE PHOTO SENSITIVITY MYTH YES FINALLY

[@1029445]

So glad you mentioned SLUGGING!!! been using Retin-A (and all your recommendations) for 5 years/5 days a week (took 8 months to get no irritation). 62, normal to dry skin and I would STILL get skin shedding several times a week no matter my skin care routine. THANKS to YOU using CeraVe healing ointment to slug has finally made difference!

[@saschao7966]

I was that peeling onion- until i started using Castor oil as my last step in the sandwich method. Even with the thinnest layer I have no more problems with peeling. I hope this can help someone 😊

[@agyapongpatricia7953]

😂😂

[@jenniferwitherill4854]

I’m with you. Castor oil as my final step, makes a lot of difference. I do the sandwich for sure

[@jzwilkinson]

After reading this comment I IMMEDIATELY bought castor oil. Pls pls plssssssss work!

[@monicapatton1405]

@@jzwilkinsondid it work? I’m starting Tret tomorrow 😅

[@dolbystuff]

I swear - she's the best! She is contributing so much to skincare than any dermatologist you could ever consult.

[@cherylm699]

This is such an informative video! It should be required viewing for anyone starting Retin-A.

[@nikkiallen9629]

AGREED!!!!!!

[@marisol6560]

Thanks Dr Dray! I am going to start using it again and take your tips mainly the one about not washing it off in the morning. I always thought I had to wash it off and then apply my sunscreen. Now I know better! 😊

[@shannonerdelyi]

Thank you for continuing to share your knowledge and expertise. I love your no-BS delivery. You’re a wonderful educator!

[@jilliansmith8080]

I've had so much success with my tret. After a little bit of trial and the error I was experiencing some minor dryness, no major irritation. But here's what I figured out and it worked so well. I happen to have laroche posse triple repair moisturizing cream for face and body. And alveno 2% oatmeal eczema cream Gel. I take A pea sized amount of that moisturizer and put it on my face while it's almost dripping wet. I basically turn this into a very hydrating toner .. Then I wait 30 minutes for my face to be completely dry. And apply the tret..... I wait a few minutes for it to absorb. And then I do a double moisturizer. Alveno eczema therpy and more triple repair. This also scratches that itch to have a multi step skin care. Because I love taking my time and applying multiple products at night. So this scratched the itch, but also helped with the tolerance. On off nights, i basted with cicaplast balm or but paste. It took only 3 weeks to get to daily use.

[@luciusverusluciusverus3082]

Always thorough! I started Tret in January, used it directly after cleansing, found myself turning into a tomato 🍅 then learned about the sandwich method. Now I follow this method: cleanse, toner, eye serum, Cera ve pm, tret, peptides, Cera ve moisturizer done 5 days, 3 tret, exfoliate, 2 tret, exfoliate, seems to work well, skin is softer.

[@Beztyausten]

What’s your routine for morning?

[@joycej9415]

I started on retinol over 2 years ago and still get some irritation. I was doing better and tried the Neutrogena cream retinol pro .3%. I have to skip every 3rd day or get irritation. I agree with letting my skin dry thoroughly!

[@christiesachde3156]

I use Trentinoin...I put some Vanicream on the more sensitive areas first.

[@heftyhefty_]

Waiting an hour really made a difference for me. I tell all my friends who say they have too much irritation from retin a to try that method

[@jzwilkinson]

I'm going to try this, been using tret for awhile and I STILL FLAKE!!! Hope it works 🙏

[@gr8lady147]

Spot on Doc, I'm 70 y/young and I've using Resin-A 0.025% for the past 6 months flawlessly with NO irritation while following ALL your advice.

[@jake9854]

but its y/old

[@akw0523]

@@jake9854😑

[@heeystargirl]

I'm starting using retinol today, perfect timing!

[@alfiemarie]

ive been inhaling dr dray videos like a podcast!!! love her sm.

[@bwabwa8810]

You are a font knowledge, Dr. Dray. I learn something new in every video.

[@darrens1717]

Great practical advice as always! Following your advice I've been using Tretinoin AFTER my night moisturiser for months and it has totally eliminated irritation. 😁

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching

[@lorimehrtens3552]

I’ve really enjoyed getting my trentinoin from Agency. They include other serums in the product, so it takes out the guess work.

[@ShabnamDivakar]

Please let people also know that retinol causes dry eyes and can permanently damage eyelid glands if used around eyes

[@AC-zs8su]

Wow thanks for the advice!

[@Babytronians]

Oh, that’s why my eyes have been burning 😂

[@davidshabas3839]

Happy Wednesday Dr Dray so excited to be here I live for this ❤️

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@davidshabas9280]

@@DrDrayzday ❤

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings David Shabas hope u r well n Happy Wednesday😀👍💜….

[@davidshabas9280]

@@whitneybrown4067 Happy Wednesday Whitney😀👍

[@shakiyahhuston785]

Dr dray I wanted to say thank you so muchZ I started watching you when I moved to Florida and my skin went crazy. Happy to say three years later I’m sunscreen crazy and my skin is amazing and glowing!

[@Yvette.T]

Thank you Andrea. Perfect timing: I am 51 next week and recently asked my Dr for a tube of Tretinoin. I'm a little nervous to start, but your videos give me so much confidence 💕

[@veronika_raynexxoo]

I'm almost 47 next week & I just started Tretinon February 1st & I can already tell a difference. My skin looks amazing! I also started using the ordinary lactic acid 5% and it makes my skin look so smooth. If you're worried about the irritation, I would only use it once or twice a week! Happy early birthday 🎊

[@Yvette.T]

@veronika__asmr_ - Thank you! And same to you 🤗 Yes it's a good idea to start very slow.

[@feliciapersfull9471]

I'm 56 and started tretinoin today.

[@monicapatton1405]

How did it go? I start tomorrow 😅

[@southerngirl773]

Great Information Dr Dray! A video of you applying Retin-A during your night time routine would be helpful! Thank you for your knowledge. I wasted so much money on skin care products before subscribing to your channel.

[@Angie_Hendrix]

I throughly enjoyed this video. It dispelled some bad advise I've heard and your approach to using the medication with lots of options for various situations was perfect! Thank you so much. Also, you answered a question that's been lurking for me which was whether to wash off in the morning if skin is otherwise moisturized and comfortable with sunscreen application.😊 You rock, Andrea 🎉❤

[@Clowanda]

Putting on my skincare first and waiting 30 min then applying micro gel tretinoin has given me the best results

[@Clowanda]

Also just rinsing my face w water in the morning has helped a lot 🎉

[@catarinatorres241]

I switched from my gel retinol 0,3% to Ordinary's oil retinol and never again had irritation!!! In an oil form it really irritates so much less because I don't get dry and my eczema doesn't come back !!!

[@catboxcleaner3532]

Dr. Dray and Dr. Eye Health are the KZbin Queen and King of porcelain skin, while showing us the way to mend our flakes and our dry eyes.

[@timduch1]

Thank you, thank you - I have been following your recommendations for this over the years, but thank you for updating us with the latest research!

[@mdtahir8798]

To be honest, I didn’t expect much from the subliminal affirmations on borlest, but my skin has improved so much. I’ve had fewer breakouts and it’s looking clearer every day. So happy I found this!"

[@alospm]

Thank you! I’m a seasoned retinol user and am going to switch to a stronger product soon, so this information will be helpful!

[@nicolemarieb.7044]

I dont get irritated, i get little flakes that look terrible under foundation no matter how low the dose of tretinoin, and no matter how thick of moisturizer i use. This was after five yrs of use too. So i had to do 3x a week and it was mostly fine

[@CutePiggy-o8d]

Thanks for the helpful video your skin looks gorgeous today!

[@jake9854]

but girls dont like skin like this tho, they think its too greasy

[@karlaclaudia1287]

Thanks Dr Dray for another great video. You’re always spot on with the information you provide.

[@cherrylistic4]

I just started Retin A doing once a week for now. Thanks for the tips.

[@Beztyausten]

Do you do other routine in the morning?

[@yordanosbiru3750]

you are a great doctor Dr Dray. you put yourself in the viewer's shoes when explaining. answering every what if questions.

[@delanahealey4862]

What causes pilling/balling of normal skincare, including SPF, and even at night? I have had this problem for years, and I haven't been able to use foundation since it started. I need help.

[@babsr8479]

I have rosacea, but started using tretinoin after my rosacea was under control and no serious issues occurred.

[@lynnettewood4269]

I have been using a moisturiser and waiting half hr, cerave healing ointment on any sensitive areas. Has helped lots! I only use a 5% glycolic (krave beauty one) if my skin looks dull. I dont use tret that night

[@mollyjane01]

Dr. Dray, that was an incredibly helpful video!! Even when discussing something as mundane as vitamin A, it’s always a good time with you❣️❣️Happy Easter & have a great start of April🐰🐰🌷🌷

[@Mimilovestogarden]

Thank you for all the info & tips you give us! Have a great day

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching

[@juanjeanjohnful]

I honestly have never once really experienced any irritation or dryness from tret, Differin or any retinol products. I often feel like I’m living in bizzaro world!

[@stephaddiction]

Daily?

[@christined2495]

Same here, I use it daily and never have an issue, I do have sensitive skin too, I use Avene 00.5% after this bottle I will go up in strength

[@HisLove4You]

Same, but I do the Dr Dray method!

[@pineapple365]

Lucky 😫

[@seabedoasis]

Same, my skin might flake off but the new skin underneath is normally moisturized

[@AshesOfRoses]

Very useful and detailed information. Thanks so much! 🌸🌷

[@2winfang_]

Very pleased to hear you mention hypochlorous acid! Would love if you could do a video on it since it's gotten more popular lately :)

[@elizabethonstage]

I just started using tretinoin (it’s been going well and I am rosacea prone 🎉🎉🎉🎉 no irritation yet!) QUESTION- Copper peptides… can I use it with the tretinoin? I know I can’t use the copper peptides with chemical exfoliants because it denatures the copper peptide… Will tret do the same thing? Or are they good to combine? I am getting conflicting information everywhere 😢❤

[@mypathunfolding]

I'm going to be trying again soon. My main issue was that an area in which I have wrinkles, my smile lines, is the only sensitive/dry area of my entire face. Should I skip that area altogether, or give it a go again? I used most of these techniques last time, but will wait longer for the face to be dry, or may have to try the short contact version.

[@xiazou4103]

What about tret over oil or oil based balm (that is not vasaline) for absorption? I like to use oils like rosehip over a toner or moisturizer. Or an oil balm instead of moisturizer. Thx for another great video!

[@pa26mk]

Look up Lab Muffin Beauty Science on KZbin. She has a video titled 'How to start on retinoids', there's a segment where she details her own routine for using tretinoin (she does use it on top of oils). She's a cosmetic chemist and skin care nerd and a very trustworthy source of skin care info. Hope that's helpful

[@lauracuevas8948]

Happy day to you Dr. Dray! I love my daily dose of Dr. Dray❤

[@michellevega1523]

Great video as always ❤ Very informative.You are the best!🎉

[@tracimorrow2282]

What mascara do you have on? Your lashes and eyes look beautiful! 😊

[@sugantianand2005]

Hi dr. Dray, perfect timing for this video as I've started experiencing irritation top of my upper lips, my chin and also dryness on my forehead. Using retinol isn't new to me. I've been using CeraVe retinol serum for a couple years now but had no issue. I started the GoldBond retinol cream since December as I wanted to try it out and it was great but this irritation started could weeks ago. I thought maybe pollen allergy. I use vaseline in those areas and switched to Cetaphil hydrating cleanser and stopped the CerVe acne face wash. It does work but I have to reapply vaseline in the middle of the day. Does weather contribute these symptoms too?

[@Euchk]

Dr Dray, please could you do a video on benzene in skin care products? There’s been news reports saying benzoyl peroxide-containing products has cancer-causing levels of benzene. This is rather alarming, what would be your professional opinion on this? 😢

[@db-gb5xi]

Is this different from the last benzene videos she, Lab Muffin and other have done when this issue came up?

[@christinawhite9256]

Dr. Andrea! AmLactin has been my moisturizer! I’m wondering if AmLactin is occlusive because my skin never becomes dry, as I use it in the morning and night.

[@ElvarasiSivam]

The fact that nobody talks about subliminal affirmations for perfect skin and beauty on Borlest speaks volumes about how people are missing out. Trust me on this-using subliminals can change your life. The power of the mind to heal and transform your skin is incredible when you tap into the right frequencies.

[@headshotmaster5169]

Shut the f up and stop spreading rumours

[@CoolGuy-ym3yp]

??????????

[@d.on.in.a]

Are you okay?

[@omaarrrabdul9483]

Yes I totally agree with you!!!! Doing absolutely nothing and saying some stupid shit thinking it will change your body definitely makes sense!! Same as saying doing no excercise but saying you want to get fit will make you fitter?!

[@puckrussell]

What?

[@meggieprice]

I have tried so many times.... but maybe there is a chance... 💜💜💜

[@DrDrayzday]

thanks for watching

[@thanosfield2642]

The right formula for you , the right approach and dose and consistency are keys for achieving the retinol wanted outcome 😊❤. Thank you Doctor Andrea for informing us 😊❤.

[@margieryne6220]

A very informative video, thanks!❤️

[@RitzzaRamirez]

Does this apply when using the Neutrogena rapid wrinkle repair cream as well?

[@1234catherine100]

Can you put La Roch Posay Cicaplast Balm B5 before Tretinoin?

[@lucyburke8724]

Could you do a review on the best at home IPL devices? i.e is luxe skin one or roseskinco anyway good??!!

[@lindabenson1764]

Great video!! I needed this info. Thanks Dr. Dray 😊

[@Siberius-]

HMMM. I switched to putting the tretinoin (a rather cosmetically elegant cream medication) on right after hydrating toner, but then if you let it dry to let it do it's thing before moving on, the skin gets grippy and it hinders the smooth application of serums and shit after it, so it's good to see that the order doesn't actually really matter there, for reasons outside of whether the skin tolerates it or not. Also if you don't let it dry enough, that makes the next steps apply easier, but then you're spreading tretinoin to areas you might not want it as much, and it's also kind of mixing it with other ingredients which might not always be great as far as changing chemical structures and whatnot, and it's going to dilute it, which might be fine but yea.

[@claudiasmith9117]

Good morning Dr Dray ❤

[@DrDrayzday]

Morning!

[@Pheediep]

Super-informative.

[@honesty777]

When I have peeling not dry dry I use rodan and fields and lightly rub it over dry skin while it removes itself.then coq10 eucerin.

[@marylawman8603]

I appreciate these tips. Thanks, as always, Dr Dray. Happy Wednesday! I hope you have a relaxing evening. ❤

[@mjack7749]

I am in for over 1k with Agency so far. I finally said stop the madness and need to switch brands. No matter what I do, I'm so careful, and I peel and peel and peel.

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

Happy Wednesday! This will be very helpful for me. My derm has me take a week off before and after laser treatments for redness. Sometimes my mouth area will get irritated when I return to using my prescription retinol.

[@whitneybrown4067]

Greetings Theresa Berg hope u r well n Happy Wednesday😀👍💜….

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

To you too Whitney! 😊@@whitneybrown4067

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

I confirm that Retinol has been a great benefit to reduce my redness/rosacea.

[@DrDrayzday]

happy wednesday

[@TheresaBerg-b3z]

Thank you!@@DrDrayzday

[@catherinelynnfraser2001]

Thank you for going over this again ❤

[@HisLove4You]

Love your retinoid videos! ❤TY!

[@LizaRival]

You look sooooo beautifuuul😍😍😍 and so young P.s thank you for making wonderful informational videos❤❤❤

[@karensmith78]

Brilliant video. ❤

[@The_New_Abnormal_World_Order]

Everyone keeps saying that the high strength doesn't get results any faster or get better results. So, why are there 3 strengths then? What's the point?

[@kathleen5800]

so informative

[@AP-gb3eb]

Hi Dr. Dray, I tried 0.03% retinol since I'm a beginner and experienced insomnia and woke up the next day with a migraine. I know it was the retinol because I have a regular routine and it was the only thing that changed :/ Looking up online I'm not alone and I even found neurology journal links referencing intercranial pressure and other side effects like joint pain with vitamin A topicals. I assume I am in the minority since most don't seem to experience these issues, but why is this never talked about? It's come to the point where people online gaslight me about my experiences, because they have never heard of it happening, which is super frustrating.

[@spoot448]

Interesting I've never heard of that

[@AP-gb3eb]

@@spoot448 Yeah I was really disappointed because I wanted to incorporate retinoids into my routine 🥲 Luckily my skin can tolerate them without irritation, but the side effects I experienced prevented me from doing my work so I decided not to use them... I can't post links here apparently (KZbin keeps deleting them) but there are published accounts of the side effects I experienced with topical retinoids on pubmed and in the journal of neuro-ophtamology

[@AP-gb3eb]

journal citations of similar symptoms I experienced: Mohammad YM, Raslan IR, Al-Hussain FA. Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension Induced by Topical Application of Vitamin A. J Neuroophthalmol. 2016 Dec;36(4):412-413. doi: 10.1097/WNO.0000000000000374. PMID: 27111091. Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology 28(2):p 156-158, June 2008. | DOI: 10.1097/WNO.0b013e318175c9da Journal of Neuro-Ophthalmology 40(2):p 248-249, June 2020. | DOI: 10.1097/WNO.0000000000000857

[@sharonharris9782]

​@@AP-gb3ebthat is so interesting. Thank you for linking the study.

[@silviehurlimann6257]

What about the Korean Skincare Steps. Cleansing, Tonic, Ampoule (= Serum), Retinol and finally Moisturiser???

[@raeperonneau4941]

Back in the day, my dermatologist suggested Lever2000 Antibacterial for my minor acne. It worked like a charm and didn’t break the bank. Since Lever2000 is discontinued, I’ve replaced it with Dove Antibacterial. 😂🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lisafay5910]

Thank you for this helpful video! Can you do tretinoin and Winlevi at the same time?

[@lilypotter9476]

Perfect timing! Thank you 💖

[@lanah7471]

Hi Dr. Dray Certain areas of my face (right side of my forehead, between my eyebrow and hairline) are more sensitive than others, becoming red and peeling whereas the rest of my face does not react. I currently do the pancake method (mosituriser - retinol - thicker moisturiser). Do I continue to apply to those areas or alternate days for those areas? What do you recommend? Thank you for sharing your knowledge!

[@omadarlin]

I have listened to one of your vids and have thought that I would use Neutrgena’s Rapid Wrinkle Repair. I am most interested in fading sun spots and help with lip lines. From what I understand, there is no need for a moisturizer with this product? Is this a product where one should go slow as well? Once a week, then augment as tolerated? Am I correct in thinking that this product is good for lip wrinkles and age spots? Thank you for your informative vids! Also, is this product to be used just one a day? So, I would need another moisturizer for the day?

[@maryammotlagh7]

Dear Dray Sorry if my question is not related , I have a daily usage resurfacing retinol ( Serave) Can I apply this after using High Frequency Facial therapy. thanks

[@massimopoletti1155]

Hello Dr. Dray, can you tell me what is the strongest OTC Retinol product available? My goal is to boost Collagen production in my face, no acne or discoloration problems. I have already used a few retinol products with no irritation but no visibile results, so now I am looking for the strongest one. With so many 'retinol-retinoid-retinal-granactive' products on the market it's hard to compare percentages. Thank you.

[@christined2495]

Love your channel Dr Dray, I was given a red light therapy machine, I take blood pressure medication HCTZ which is photosensitive, do you think this medication with the red light is a no no? I use Avene 00.5 and never had any irratation,I use it nightly, I just follow your expert advise on retinol

[@francesr48]

I finished a course of efudix in November last year. I did stop everything other than sunscreen and moisture. Not sure when I should start retinol again.

[@IrmarisFeliciano-g8m]

Thank you for the video. I’m always so confused about the proper order. I just started tretinoin and I don’t know if it goes first or the serums goes first and then tretinoin. My concern was if serums can penetrate the tretinoin.

[@xdonnytheeditorx2557]

Hello I’ve been trying to rid my white spots from my glasses tan can I use a daily cleanser or just leave the skin as it is and put sunscreen and moisturizer

[@stephaddiction]

How to implement hydroquinone in the tretinoin routine?

[@db-gb5xi]

Check her video, 10 ingredients to use with retinol. She goes over it in that one.

[@soniaquoilin5186]

Hello, I would like to know the % of retinol contains by retinol resurfacing serum of Cerave. Do you have this information? Thank you very much 😊

[@CloudslnMyCoffee]

I would like this information as well because I find it more irritating than the L’Oréal revitalift pressed night cream

[@jessicaserrano154]

This came at the perfect time as I’m restarting my retinol since being pregnant 👍🏼

[@x.Aura.x]

Please do a video for skincare during radiation! 💓

[@babsr8479]

She did one either yesterday or the day before.

[@tracypatterson6907]

'Buff Puff' I have not heard that word in ages! Loved my Buff Puff! Lol

[@RRFTB]

Thank you for this one too!

[@joshuamartin1999]

Dr. Dray... I love your content. However after introducing new actives to my regimen I am now breaking out horribly... it's embarrassing. I'm a 31 year old single man and fought acne into my mid 20s, been on accutane 3x. I don't know what to do... I barely eat bc everything messes up my skin, and my skin is so sensitive. It's only my face 😣 How do I find the reason?? Do you think it could be hormonal? I've been anxious and depressed lately over this... And how, as a man, can I treat it if it is hormonal?

[@lolileal5296]

Excellen!! Thanks.

[@mahriahdelaney1105]

For ppl with melasma, is it normal for patches to darken initially when starting retinol? How to know if it's making it worse or just bringing it to the surface? Thanks!

[@cristianethompson5187]

Excellent!! Thank you 😊

[@maricelg777]

Hello Dr. Dray ❤Happy Wednesday

[@DrDrayzday]

Happy Wednesday!

[@eszhun2296]

This may sound really ignorant.... sorry... Is AF (AcneFree) brand adapalene gel 0.1% equivalent to Differin? I found at Walmart, cheaper of course. TY

[@jilliansmith8080]

Yes. Same thing different brand you can also get the brand LA Roche-Posay

[@CloudslnMyCoffee]

I just picked up the cvs brand adapelene