My Skin Looks DECADES Younger With THIS Skincare Ingredient! Retinol and Tretinoin Skincare

[@jasminkaushal257]

I use Trifarotene (selective retinoic acid receptor (RAR)-γ agonist) on my Hands 🙌 in combination with 12percent Urea, milk peptides, adenosine And Vitamin e. On face, all vitamin A derivatives haven’t been giving me good results but instead Glycolic 12-30 percent has been working well for me.

[@irhapsody2010]

Same for me. Tretinoi did nothing for me but glycolic acid has given me glass skin.

[@metoo3342]

How do you afford trifarotene

[@jasminkaushal257]

@@metoo3342 Hello, it’s not as expensive in my country around 20usd for a 30g dispenser.

[@olga_b344]

Thanks for sharing. So you don’t use Tret on your face at all - only glycolic acid?

[@mariacardaropoli90]

Love tretinoin!! I’ll be 60 in December have been using almost every nite for last 20 years! Plus also by watching you and using some of your products along with your tips on lasers like fraxel and clear brilliant my skin is bomb! Thank you❤❤

[@Alexellis738]

I love the way you explain skincare. I’m not very advanced in science I’ve taken ap I and II, microbio, chem, and studying for the hesi and it makes so much sense to me. I like how you don’t dumb down the science which I find annoying

[@stevel6903]

Love your products Stephanie, but they are just to expensive to keep using 😢

[@yeroc.thomas]

they are very expensive 😭

[@SydneyCollin]

I rotate prescription tretinoin and tazarotene. My skin tolerates both well by cleansing, moisturizing, then waiting about 30 minutes before applying either retinoid. I'm in my mid-fifties, yet my skin looks far younger. It's worth the journey!

[@oreos888]

That's amazing! I wanted to ask what lead you to rotate them as most use one or the other? I already use Tret so I'm interested in learning more about Tazarotene x

[@SydneyCollin]

@@oreos888 I had worked my way up to .1% tretinoin with great results, but was plateauing. My derm suggested incorporating tazarotene ( I can't recall if she said it was more potent or just different so my skin might respond more). She also suggested slowly onboarding the tazarotene so as to not over-shock my skin and get the irritatiion & peeling. I started using it 1 or twice per week, then worked by way up to every other day. Seems efficacious, so far. Good luck!

[@joanna7259]

What do you use before Tretinoin ?

[@SydneyCollin]

@@joanna7259 You can use whatever night time moisturizer you use. I rotate between Alastin & MDaire.

[@LeilanaV]

I sure ❤ listening to you and other Docs! My secret beauty secret :wisdom .

[@jenxsj3902]

Velvet skin and vanilla hair. I love it darling.

[@madagirlmadagirl5893]

Omg these other KZbinrs have been teaching me wrong, now I gotta relearn everything😮

[@monye9963]

Yes I love bakuchiol along with a strong retinol, it seems like there is a synergistic effect

[@DudeNamedJeffery]

Just want to say thank you so very very much for all your videos 😊

[@gabbebelle]

I really appreciate the information you are providing and thank you so very much. Watching you speak though, it seems so unnatural that the only facial expressions we see are eyes blinking and the lower part of your jaw moving and your lower lip/sides of mouth moving. Is it practice or neuromodulators?

[@FIONA21ful]

I started at 45 ten years ago using .25 % Tretinoin I bouggt in tubes from India. i built up over 2years to .1% but i stayed on .5% for a long time & it rejuvenated my dried out sun damaged skin. im 56 now & still use Tret almost every night, my skin is plump & clear & one problem I dont have in my life!

[@SummerDezz]

I have been using Retinol for 8years. Now my family use me as their mirror. I'm very reflecting

[@dianejoa1754]

Thank you for this master class on tretinoin Learned so much from you! A lot of you tubers must regurgitate each others videos. Thanks for taking the time to educate us 😊

[@maigokonekochan]

I agree because I've been using both. My skin just clears up after the purge, pores tighten up etc. The over the counter ones from Roche Posay are for sensitive skin and don't irritate me as much as tretinoin which is prescribed I don't doubt the quality but 150$ for 15 ml no matter what formula it is though, is insane.

[@JackJabTV]

I've been using retinol for a few months now, and my skin feels smoother!

[@Sara-zx7zv]

Dr. K, Thanks for this video and the tip for lower Tret but more frequent use! Can you comment on korean skin care, for example the use of snail serum. I am careful about ingredients (formulation is also important), and have noticed beta glucan and other beneficial ingredients (HA, tumeric, caffeine) in some korean skin care lines. I used the snail serum and noticed a change in my skin appearing more tought. There is also the Black Tea Time Reverse Eyecream by Pyunkang Yui (I know green tea is good here). I am also using their six peptide serum (it is very viscous) as a first layer, including under my eyes before I apply your MDAire ECM Eye Serum. As a credit to you, only your line has polypodium leucotomos, and I will start that as an oral supplement. I think that CoQ10 is important in skin care, you mentioned it in oral form in one video, and I have been using that in my skin care for years, what do you think? By the way! Because of you, I recently did my first Fraxel and Thermage... the results are incredible albeit the setting was so high on the Fraxel, the pain was earth shattering and i had lots of dead skin - who cares! - when it fell off, so did five years of aging!!! Products: Alastin necter is a knock out but too expensive, but i had to use it after the very intense fraxel I had as my skin could not even be touched. I noticed an immediate positive effect from Faded topicals brightening/clearing serum when tested on my hand. It removed fine lines, even one day later compared to my other hand!!! Once a week use is recommended initially, so I just started using it on my face last night (from you i learned the skin on the face/eyes is certainly different). Will keep you posted on this product but it seems excellent so far.

[@mv848]

I've been using both for 20+ years *but* my favorite vit A derivative is adapalene ... in my country it's like $7 ($10 *max* ). I find it comfortable... it's not irritating my skin❤ so ... yeah...

[@AbstractMindsThinkAlike]

Does it help with acne scars or skin in general?

[@mv848]

@@AbstractMindsThinkAlike Discoloration, marks, tone, overall condition - *absolutely* Indentations (pitted scars) - not really. Those respond to fractional laser treatments, chemical peels (such as TCA peels) etc. It takes patience. In my country I'd say one would need somewhere around $2500 and two years for a _new face_ // TCA and then a six-week break; laser and then an eight-week break; maybe PRP injections... ... *nothing during summer months* .... then maybe VBeam laser (kills the redness) and so on and so forth. *That's how I did it* . Do make a plan with your doctor tailored to your concerns. Good luck ❤, I know it takes patience and can be costly, but I found it worth it.

[@AbstractMindsThinkAlike]

Thank you! I can do $2500. That actually doesn't sound as bad as some of the other costs I've heard, then again I'm in the US-So Cal area. I appreciate your advice! ​@@mv848

[@franciscachesca]

I aɓsorb all the information. You look so beautiful btw. May I ask if you are on hormone therapy? I am 44 and don't know if it is a must to look young.

[@kukuna2012]

Dr. Kappel, can you explain or illustrate how to apply Tretinoin correctly? Thank you!

[@ericarose2536]

Love you 💋!!! Thank you for this !!

[@DivineSoulVisions1144]

Could you do a video on the best treatment for platysmal bands and laxity in neck? Thank you!😊

[@dianavaldez3371]

Botox for platysmal bands. Works wonderfully.

[@randkishawi8475]

Thank you for your very informative video. Please kindly don’t put the background music.

[@karenguy6767]

Love your videos! Thank you. Curious how you bruised your upper lip? It’s so swollen. Was it a recent procedure that is still settling in??

[@bose7639]

I have been using tret since i was 20 because of cystic acne i am now 63 most people think im in my 40 s ( i still have cystic flare-up's) i do have good skin people think im crazy to complain!!! i was stupid back then to try and treat cystic acne like regular acne and have bad scarring especially around chin , just got over a small flare up which takes around 2 weeks to go away while even using a blue light zapper (Faustina) it is so depressing to have this at my age!!! ANY advice I am well aware of skin products,peels red light ,etc IS THERE any thing that can help get rid of this scarring?????ANY advise would be greatly appreciated LOVE your channel

[@Radtech2002]

Very focused video! Thank you

[@tori168]

I used tret for over two years and never completely kicked the flakes. Switched to bakuchiol because we want to have a baby in the next year, and I don’t think I I’ll go back to tret after. As much as I wanted tret to be for me, I can’t deny that my skin looks so much better with the bakuchiol. I will probably try Dr. Kappel’s MDAIrE retinol after I give birth. I had good luck with Jan Marini back in the day, but I know Stef’s will be better!

[@AbstractMindsThinkAlike]

Omg same. I tried for 3+ years and had to get off. What's you're routine like? If you have acne scars has it helped?

[@crystalhillman9084]

And I think she is cute and absolutely smart!

[@karynadevice8034]

Can you combine it with DMSO?

[@safc87]

♥🗣as a PhD Metaphysician, I always advise people when they're looking for results from natural sources. A) they are intended to be a lifestyle use; for PREVENTION not to be used when you've already have a full blown issue.(eventually over years* Do Solve issues but not quickly) B) Natural supports are just that, supports and only give overwhelming results when the entire being on all meta levels are balanced. Yes corps will advertise misleading results this is a fact. Be mindful. Rule of thumb everyone: Balance the Naturals with Pharmaceuticals in harmony. It doesnt have to be an either or. Use in unison to create Optimal Amazing Results. *and this Dr is the truth 🌷

[@murdermittensnyc]

Bravo for mentioning bakchuiol. I remember reading one paper on it. One. So there is some clinical data but one paper is definitely not enough to knock retinoids out of top place.

[@applesauceandhoney2407]

everyone says you can't put by eyes because of irritation. I get no irritation but I also don't want more wrinkles by my eyes so can I worry free use it by my eyes?

[@AbstractMindsThinkAlike]

I'm 40 and can't use tretenoin. I tried for over 3 years. My skin could never acclimate. Whenever I tried putting sunscreen or foundation on, my skin flaked. My skin never felt soft an supple. I still wore my daily sunscreen, but I disliked how it didn't go on smoothly. I've tried multiple types of moisturizers, including adding oils. I tried reducing the strength, I tried taking a month off and starting over. I tried reducing it to only 2-3 days a week. I tried the "sandwich method". About 2 weeks ago I stopped and I don't think I'll be going back. I still have lots of breakouts, which is my biggest struggle right now.

[@k.elaine_ok928]

How important is it to use a high percentage retinoid? I can’t seem to get past the .05. I’m just wondering if it’s worth trying to get past the premise to achieve better results. Thank you for sharing. I have to admit I was thinking about stopping tret because I’ve heard other dermatologists say that it can do damage with long term use. But they are also selling alternative products! Thanks got setting me straight❤❤

[@trishdadish21]

Not trying to answer for the doc. But she did say in this video it’s better to use the lower dose on a regular basis (daily), than it is to use a higher dose less often (3 times a week). Consistency is always key. What I did to increase my percentage, was use my lower dose daily. But once a week I would switch to the higher dose for that day only. Then when I saw I tolerated that, I would do that two times a week and so on. I was able to increase my dose that way without irritation. But it is a process, it took 2 months to completely stop the lower dose. Hope that helps.

[@snengelman]

What’s going on with the philtrum here??

[@lilyvle]

Dr. Kappel, I purchased your RXR Retinol Serum and have used it for 2 days now, no irritation, it actually feels like a thin moisturizer. How many days should I stop using it before getting a laser treatment or microneedling? I'm also going on a Med cruise in a few weeks where I'll be in the sun for hours daily, I'm usually an indoor person. Do I need to cut back on using the Retinol serum during the cruise?

[@_ojosdegato]

Do you by chance have a recommended cosmetic dermatologist for here in Dallas, TX? Thank you!

[@elizabeth1307]

What is your opinion on prescription Adapalene?

[@raveena1508]

what happened differin??

[@twlee1930]

Just a comment on the last section on retinoid alternatives, specifically at 19:07 you ask, "What's the point?" There are other reasons for not using retinoids other than avoiding irritation (like pregnancy). The point is NOT "are these alternatives as good as retinoids?", but the point is what are alternatives that are safe for those who cannot use retinoids. I am not looking to replace retinoids forever, I just need a 9 month alternative! What did you do during your pregnancies? I was also turned down for IPL and Fraxel while pregnant.

[@metoo3342]

Topical retinoids are fine for pregnancy it's just isotretinoin that can cause issues.

[@ann6406]

Can tretinoin help with some skin laxity? I was told by a cosmetic surgeon that tretinoin will do nothing for laxity and will only help wiih skin quality or acne? Is that true.. ?

[@JasminMiettunen]

It can help with some laxity, but if you have a lot of loose skin it’s not a miracle cure

[@dixielandpatriot7160]

I have been using 0.1% Tretinoin for years and want to add Retinol - is that ok or too much?

[@Rachel_2112]

I have poikiloderma of civatte, which is a good alternative to use on the chest? Thanks

[@AD-hj6qf]

Is retinol ok under the eyes ?

[@LeilanaV]

That other doctor I informed you about did not accept my insurance I learned much later was not informed of that sooner .fees too high at time. After my car fees paid then I can invest in a derma .

[@karynadevice8034]

What about retinal? I’ve heard that it’s stronger than Retinol

[@Caitlinsway]

Is there anyway to get Tret without going to a doctor and getting a prescription? If not, what do you tell the doctor to get the Tretinoin?

[@vanessasoria1377]

I have a none related question. I just found out the fat behind our eyes decrease as we age. Is there a way to prevent it?

[@rd7726]

Collagen supplement might help

[@shaynalee]

I guessed it was Tretinoin!!😂. Been watching and learning from you for a while now.

[@Luneyaroc]

The tretinoin in Canada only sells gel versions now. Would gel versions still be good to use?

[@kristinas5714]

Any tips for self tanning while using retinol??

[@DrReedB0928]

I shave a day before self tanning (vs right before) and I like applying baby powder to folds (like inner elbows, inner thighs, inner knees, arm pits, and chest) and this has helped tremendously with the weird effects that I used to get when self tanning and using retinoids.

[@jans1089]

But some people can't use retinol or bakuchiol on their skin no matter how low the percentage is. So what should these people do?

[@jamesrogers4674]

They probably can. I used to not be able to handle baby lotion. The first of this year I went on a health kick and after I hit a few milestones I started trying products and my skin can handle everything I've thrown at it now. Realistically our skin and underlying tissues are indicators of our underlying health conditions. You're almost doing yourself a disservice if you mask those indicators with use of topical products. Cut sugar, carbs, junk out of your diet. Get adequate daily protein (most of us don't). Fast and exercise. These are all proven to improve health and longevity. Cater to all your bodies systems and it will show in your skin. After 3 months people said I looked 10 to 15 years younger. After I started experimenting with topical products. I actually probably look more my age instead of prematurely aged now.

[@jans1089]

@@jamesrogers4674 I eat 10 years healthy without sugar and processed food. My skin is healthy and I only wanted to do something against sundamage with retinols. But it seemed that my skin under the eyes don't like it. It seems to make my skin barrier waek to loose much water. Even if I moisturize with cerav

[@juanblanch8705]

Start once a week, use Aquaphor or some similar strong hydration As Stephanie says, this is the most studied medicine in cosmetics and not having access to it reduce is your chance of healthy skin

[@jans1089]

@@juanblanch8705 is it suitable for oily skin types I mean the aquaphor?

[@balidias7063]

I love your content but honestly all I saw in this video is the weird upperlip

[@Ali-mn4kz]

Is it safe to use your NFM hydrator and neck tightR after getting clear and brilliant or fraxel?

[@claudinebudgets]

What about for the rosacea, dry/ dehydrated, sensitive and easily sensitized people?

[@rd7726]

Red light therapy. Omnilux mask❤

[@gothgirlatheart3545]

Its very depressing that I cannot afford to do all of these treatments that you can - I did 1 halo laser session and the frightening amount of swelling I experienced scared me. THermage is 5000 for a full face, Lasers are 10000 a session where I live, (Dallas) - its very expensive. I am using all the active ingredients recommended including Tretnoin but I do not really see any difference in my skin. I gad 5k and chose to spend it on Sculptra and fillers as it would give me the most drastic change for my money. I want to to get THermage, but seriously, 5k? My skin is never going to look this good.

[@Allthatwethink]

I know tretinion is the generic brand for Retin A. Is it preferable to use Retin A over tretinion? Thx

[@DrReedB0928]

I love Altreno! Basically a more elegant form of tretinoin

[@ryuumi23]

The same thing

[@DrReedB0928]

@@ryuumi23 Yes, I just love the formulation. It is in the only Rx tretinoin that I can use daily with my sensitive skin

[@ryuumi23]

@@DrReedB0928 I was replying to the other guys comment

[@oreos888]

What do you think of tazarotene? x

[@pbee8565]

can you make a video talking about fotona liplase

[@Sophiaknows33]

Yes! Would love to hear more. I have a consult coming up with a plastic surgeon for this. I use lip fillers but would like to rejuvenate the skin. I’ve tried many special lip balms specifically for anti aging over the past 5 years, but they don’t do anything other than hydrate, including MDAire’s lip balm. Something needs to be invented that actually makes lips healthier and younger. The keyword here is “makes,” not just “appear” younger or healthier. I’m tired of the marketing terms in products that are just fluff.

[@mariacardaropoli90]

Doctor can I use your vitamin C and retinol along with obagi extraforte glycolic cream? Too much?

[@FragranceEuphoria]

I've found Bakuchiol to be a good retinol alternative

[@Alexellis738]

I do have a question- I’m on tretinoin and it expires 9/24 is it still active after September?

[@Chris_Faraday]

Yes just safe margin of error buffer

[@rebeccanc7439]

I have a tube that’s two years old and I still get good results!

[@AnnBarton-b4v]

do you use retinol once or twice a day

[@crystalhillman9084]

Can I use adapalene if I can't afford the other

[@aliyahaviyah7792]

👍👍

[@Mary-st3vt]

Thank you for the content, but the music is SO annoying. You don’t need it

[@jans1089]

It's nice that this works for you but I tried it more then a year and my eyes now looks 100 years older. I had to stop all the retinol products. What else is usable instead of retinols? And plz not the comments tr low and this and that I started with palmitat and retinol low and thought it worked but even retinal or tretion makes so dry skin that I saw wrinkles which will come maybe in 20 years. It was horrible with tretionid

[@AD-hj6qf]

I just wrote a comment to ask if it’s safe under the eyes

[@LeilanaV]

I was not able to get tretinion! I bought a sporty sexy car no$ left for that ( discount price a special find !) I'm 50 according to my I d. Not according to me or mirror but I worry a lot about my skin ..this car has high fees ( legal fees )so not till ? Not sure when I can afford derma ....

[@cindywright14]

Can I apply Defferin in the morning and .025 Tretinoin at night?

[@rsmith5447]

I believe the sunlight will deactivate the daytime application

[@AddieWagenknecht]

is there any similar effects if you use accutane orally?

[@missleigh5544]

I am convinced that my use of Accutane (two times) has helped me anti-age.

[@LeilanaV]

Stefani ! Readers ! I'm project Dave my face ! And neck save my skin ! Preserve what I've got then with $$$ perfect this cause I am bella beautiful

[@rachelrichardson5997]

Can you use your retinol on the neck?

[@rsmith5447]

Yes if you tolerate it. I can do several nights a week but not all 👍🏻

[@mariacardaropoli90]

Doctor can I use your retinol in the morning after vitamin c even though everynite I use a 1% tretinoin which I’ve been using for 20 years no problem. Not sure if both will be too much ❤❤❤

[@roshniagarwal9422]

Retinol should always be used at night and vit c with retinol is harsh for skin at same time

[@_missashleybanks_]

Never combine retinol with vitamin c, you’ll cause irritation. Retinol should not be used in the day. Signed, a esthetician

[@hollymarcroft6298]

What is the % of Retinol? .3 - .5 - 1% -1.5%

[@nnnsss5976]

Hi! Can you please suggest how to incorporate lasers and energy-based devices into a routine with tretinoin

[@fab1204]

Dr. Kappel, random question. I live in AZ and usually only use topical HA when freshly out of the shower or after washing my face, as I know that if used normally it can actually dry your skin because of the lack of humidity. My question is: how about HA supplements taken orally? Do they work from the inside out actually hydrating you or should I stay away from them since I live in the desert? Thanks so much for all your informative videos.

[@trishdadish21]

Maybe you know this already, but I recently learned that you should be misting your face with water after you apply HA. I started doing this and have seen major improvements in my skin hydration. Just thought I’d share. 😊

[@FireSilver25]

Twin labs’ napca spray is great for hydrating in the desert.

[@sunnykandola83]

Could I please ask I have been using Obagi Nu Derm prescription on and off for about 4 years the only thing it doesn't seem to help is with my nasolabial folds which have aged me so much after a medical menopause aged 37. At 41 I think the only thing that can help will be fillers or am I applying the tretinoin wrongly? Thank you in advance Doc. 🤍

[@RC-ud4qo]

Same age as you and I have hormonal imbalance. I had UFE done so I'm worried I might have early menopause... anyways, my laugh lines are just lines right now, have you tried silicone medical grade tape to erase the lines? It works for lines (I still have thick skin no sag yet) if you have indents it might not work....

[@sunnykandola83]

I swear since being diagnosed with Endometriosis I had to go for an emergency hysterectomy and it completely has put my hormones all over the place it's so depressing I swear. I'm on HRT but it's still all taking time to settle it's hard being a woman! Oh really I will definitely look into that thank you so so much!!! 🤍

[@suzyQ8]

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