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Want to use retinol
I am getting acne since last July.Never had acne whole my life .I want to use retinol for skin how often I can use and which one I should use which won't affect acne much .Or any any skin peel I can use weekly once .
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These are very specific treatments and should be done under good guidance of a doctor. Dont self medicate.
Visit a plastic surgeon or a dermatologist near you.
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Take proper care of yourself.
Full course of acne requires 4- 5 months treatment .
Consult Dermatologist regularly.
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Treatment depends on the grade....Acne or pimples... Due to hormonal changes..Oily skin causes it...Common in adolescent age...May occur in adults also.. Food like Oily foods, ice cream, chocolate and sweets increase it.. Treatment depends on the grade of pimples or acne..So, please send photos by direct online consultation as it's a must to see which grade of pimples or acne for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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You can use retino a 0.25 cream, apply over pimples at bed time, avoid non veg, spicy food, fried food. Consume plenty of water. Use above remedy until complete cure.
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Dr. Rashmi Aderao
Dermatologist
13 yrs exp
Pune
Retinol is usually prescribed depending upon the skin type. Its a good drug but needs to be used cautiously.
Also, no peels are advised for home use. Nor they are available freely for non medico.
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take online consultation for acne treatment
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