The good news is that dermatologists have access to a vast array of medically proven treatments to help reduce or eliminate wrinkles, brown spots, and other signs of aging and improve the overall appearance of skin. Following is a brief description of several skin care options for aging skin, an explanation of what each can do, and important information patients should know about each one. Higher concentrations are available from physicians. AHAs can be irritating, with tingling or burning on application. Retinol is considered a cosmetic and not a prescription drug.
Retinol works on the surface of the skin to renew and restore skin's appearance.
As the strength of retinol increases, so does its irritation potential. Retinol and all retinoids may produce irritation, depending on the concentration of retinol in the product and the patient's skin type. A derivative in an emollient cream, available only through a doctor. This is most often mild, and most common when treatment is started. Please review Full U.S. Prescribing Information for a description of the indication and important information on warnings and precautions.