My Guide To Using Retinoids In Winter

Some simple tips for integrating your retinoid in the chillier months!
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The content seen in this video is provided only for medical educational purposes and is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Please seek professional help individually if you suffer from any dermatological condition. Due to the volume of patients seen in the clinic, and to the unique nature of skin, Dr. Bunting is unable to respond to every query on these videos. Thank you so much for your continued support

[@oooohmysoooosexy]

Dr Sam if I use Niacinamide, from The Ordinary, and a Retinoid, can i use them at the same time? Meaning, I apply Niacinamide first, then Retinoid, is that correct? Also, where can I incorporate my vit C serum and AHA/BHA? Can you provide a cheat sheet that would explain that. OR a tutorial on the applications of the aforementioned actives-order and time of day. Thank you.

[@pautatoes]

I just started tretinoin first week of December and am flaking like a snake. Thank you for this! I will keep this in mind.

[@cristinarisso8668]

welcome to the club :( . Is this ever going to stop?

[@kimcremer9910]

Also try using a humidifier at night. It's a game changer for me. Just be aware of mold production if your area isn't well ventilated.

[@CarlyBC]

This video couldn't have come at a better time!, have been using 0.05% tretinoin for 20 months & it has suddenly started to give me small dermatitis like patches on parts of my face & under my eyes for some reason, was considering whether to give it up completely, but will try these tips now. Fingers crossed! x

[@nadianasim9634]

CarlyBC careful with retinoids they can strip your skins natural barrier

[@la_ge8251]

She's my saviour!! Thank you dr.Sam 💗💗

[@donnamclaren952]

Please make a video on retinols during spring summer. and using acid toners like p50 with it.

[@TheIsyk]

This is much a helpful video. I've been struggling with retinol. Could you please do a video on The Ordinary, your thoughts and recommendations? xx

[@DrSamBunting]

Thanks for the suggestion, we'll add it to the list!

[@Gem.Fearless]

This video couldn't come at a better time! I've started using the ordinary retinoid and at the moment I can't use it more than twice a week without exacerbating my PD and getting irritation. I'm also using the Elta MD PM therapy which is amazing but it's much thicker than the very runny retinoid so it's hard to layer underneath. Maybe I'll try mixing them 😊

[@VeronicaKaneti]

Which Ordinary product are you using? I have PD too and have been advised to use The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% in Squalane. So far, so good!

[@Gem.Fearless]

Veronica Kaneti interesting! I'm using the original retinoid 2%. I'm worried that the squalane in that one will break me out though 🤔

[@VeronicaKaneti]

Contact Deciem, the company that owns The Ordinary. They're really good at getting back to you with thorough advice and suitable recommendations.

[@andrakiesewetter8432]

Best advice ever!♥️

[@karinvandongen]

🙋🏻 DrSam, what are your thoughts on the Ordinary's retinoid in squaline? I lov the feel of it. But do you think is it good enough for a 'non problematic skin' anti-aging more prefentative use? Thank you!

[@sweensuz]

I use this also, who love to know Sam's thoughts.

[@VeronicaKaneti]

I've been recommended this because I have sensitive skin.

[@tiffanyt7121]

Your eyebrows look on point in this video✔️ And oh my goodness, so much juicy information!

[@misstickleeast268]

I’ve just started on tretinoin so this was very useful. Thank you!

[@maddynavarro77]

Thank you so very much! VERY informative! Grateful 🙇‍♀️ ❤ Maddy 🎄

[@judithvaldez2098]

Thank you ! Excellent advice

[@blathsilin]

A fabulous informative video as usual Dr Sam. Any suggestions of moisturisers to use under our retinoids or to mix with them? A bland, plain one I’d presume, but it can be hard to find a plain one without silicones. Would I be right in thinking that silicones in moisturizer are fine for on top of everything as it were, but not for other products to come through?

[@DaTa-wm5yc]

Is a Spf 30 enough during retinol ?

[@user-pf1eo4bs5m]

Dr.Sam, What do you think about serums with growth factors/or/and peptides?

[@VeronicaKaneti]

I've heard lots of good things about peptides in their use to repair skin. Watch the following perhaps: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z5nZeIKqbsaWrdU

[@juliemann3243]

Great video thanks. However, a bit of an echo--maybe because its in the bath?

[@rachelweinstein9008]

What is the Elta pm regimen? I'm familiar with their sunscreen and use it. Never heard about this, though. Thanks, Dr. Sam. Hope the heater is working well now!! 💐🌺

[@mariejoseepitre409]

I read that niacinamide cannot be used with vitamin c because niacinamide supposedly oxidizes the vitamin c and also I read that it is just not true, can you answer that question please because it really is confusing. I use vitamin c in the morning and niacinamide at night but before I read that I was using both 2x a day, was I so wrong ? Thank you ! Happy Holidays !! 😊

[@TRippon2000]

I don't remember which video, but she said that that wasn't true. Caroline Hirons agreed with her, and quoted some other doctors that agree also with Dr. Sam.

[@TRippon2000]

Paula's Choice's website also has a really great article about it.

[@mariejoseepitre409]

TRippon Thank you !

[@VeronicaKaneti]

Use Niacinamide in the morning and Vitamin C in the evening. (Nadine Baggot recommended that to me.)

[@mariejoseepitre409]

Veronica Kaneti I know I heard about that but since vitamin C works great with sunscreen I prefer to use it in the morning. Thank you !

[@aimeelee4919]

Hi Sam, thanks for the informative video! Just a quick one - so you mentioned upping usage of niacinamide to twice a day, so if I was using a serum based product I could use that before my retinol in the evenings? And same again, if I was using elta pm therapy I could use this before a retinol in the evening ? Thanks!

[@ilseitzayana4828]

Hello supergirl. 😉 always great my Dr Sam

[@mapi1095]

Could you please comment on side efects of retin a? they are everywere on internet and many people is deciding to continue using it. Thanks!

[@Nas-bf1cj]

Hi Dr Sam, which azelaic acid product should I ask my gp to prescribe to use in the am? I'm currently using differin 0.1% pm thinking about switching to 0.3% as I'm still getting pimples regularly after using this for 6 months....Thank you

[@VeronicaKaneti]

I'm not an ambassador for The Ordinary, but I highly rate their Azelaic Acid Suspension 10%. I've oily, congested skin with PD, and it hasn't caused me any irritation or breakouts.

[@ikonora]

I`'m almost 100% that Niacinamide breaks me out! Believe it or not :O

[@dariahelloskinglow7420]

Yesss, me too :(

[@dianarusnov292]

Yes! I thought I was the only one! I get little whiteheads and congestion in my T-zone, and what looks like a rash on my cheeks. I wish I could understand why everyone raves about it so much.

[@kayleighbrimson2085]

Renata Ikonora same for me!

[@TC-gc5rt]

Diana Rusnov I don’t know bout the white heads but I do know it can cause your skin to turn a little rosey. According to FutureDerm.com, “When niacin is applied topically, even miniscule amounts will trigger a noticeable flushing of the skin. This flushing isn't harmful to the skin; it's just cosmetically inconvenient and possibly unsavory.”

[@VeronicaKaneti]

Which one are you using and what other products do you use it with?

[@HaloTuAleksandra]

Dr Sam, what do you think about professional peel like sesderma retises ct? Is it any good? And after that peel do I still need to use retinol product at home or get it done once a month and just moisture my skin till next treatment?

[@Thornes15]

Hi Sam, what are your thoughts on pestle and mortar superstar retinol?

[@bimbadisemmy]

Dear Dr. Sam, after this video I decided to add niacinimide to my routine! Thank you! Ella MD cannot be found in Italy, therefore I went for the Ordinary one. Just a quick question: do you recommend this before or after retinoids in the PM routine? What about AM? Before or after Skinceuticals CE Ferulic? Thanks! Jennifer

[@ridgeforrester5199]

My skin peels really badly if i use niacinamide 10% on the same night as tretonoin.

[@lornag9541]

Hi Sam, I recently visited my doctor and she has suggested taking a course of antibiotics to help with my spots around my 'u zone' would love to know your thoughts on antibiotics, I normally try to avoid them! Should I still use retanoids alongside? Thanks!

[@VeronicaKaneti]

Have you tried Salicylic Acid or Benzoyl Peroxide?

[@1212aoa]

I have started using Retin A and I apply it on top of my moisturizer, it’s impossible for me to put it directly on my skin even after my serums it makes my skin irritated and dry.

[@Lashlove16]

Could you recommend a product for overly dry lips that are cracked and sore . I have heard that most lip balms contain ingredients that require you to apply over over as they only dry you out

[@mariejoseepitre409]

Lashlove16 I use Lansinoh. It is lanolin 100% it is sold as cream for cracked nipples for breastfeeding mothers

[@Lashlove16]

Marie Josee Pitre loool thanks but are you serious? I guess it’s Natural.. just a little weird..

[@mariejoseepitre409]

Lashlove16 Loll! I know I thought exactly the same when I first saw it on a video but then I thought if it is non toxic for babies and good enough for cracked nipples, it will good enough for my lips !! 😂😉

[@Lashlove16]

Marie Josee Pitre I guess it was in a magazine as well www.allure.com/story/lansinoh-nipple-cream-lips Thanks

[@dianarusnov292]

The Nuxe Reve de Miel lip balm is another great option, so different to other lip balms and it really works!

[@MC-iu7gc]

Niacinamide breaks me out something fierce in breakouts which look like cystic acne 😐

[@TC-gc5rt]

How do you feel about getting niacin from Cerave PM?

[@beautyaddict08]

Tina Hu I hope she answers as I would be very interested in her view on this.

[@jenGeeJushawshee]

beautyaddict08 It’s excellent AND combined with hyaluronic acid...my husband is a dermatologist of over 32 years...you can go up in concentration in a typically single ingredient product but many have added fragrance also.

[@TC-gc5rt]

beautyaddict08 Niacinimide is up there in the ingredients list along with other good actives. My dermatologist recommends Cerave products as a low end choice which really confuses me. Paula’s choice BeautyPedia.com speculates a relatively high percentage!

[@TC-gc5rt]

(Jen) Thank you for your feedback! What is it with skincare and added fragrance?! I suspect part of the issue has something to do with the bad smell of the actives. I feel the same about food as I do skincare, I don’t eat certain foods because they are tasty, I do it for the nutritional value-skincare for healthy skin. Has your husband given you any thoughts about The Ordinary?

[@beautyaddict08]

Tina Hu thank you so much for your response.