Which is the BEST to use?? Renova,Retin-A, Retin-A micro(gel or cream) what %???

it is for overall better complexion, I know the stuff is good for everything!!!!! anti aging, etc...... I want it for everything. i'm 32.


Can I use it under make up or only at night??? I do know to stay out of the sun.





I bought .1% highest percentage because I have very UNsensitive skin and used .05% years ago with no bad results , no irritation.


is the micro gel better or the cream? or is it all the same? I have to even out skin tone.

Which is the BEST to use?? Renova,Retin-A, Retin-A micro(gel or cream) what %???
In my opinion, you should consult your dermatologist before using these products. Also, be aware of the side effects and how to prevent certain reactions when using these products:





Renova / Retin-A


http://www.pdrhealth.com/drug_info/rxdru...





Retin-A Micro


http://www.retinamicro.com/faq.asp





- You definitely shouldn't be in the sun or wax when using these products!





Also, it's important that you take care of your skin on a daily/weekly basis as follows...





~DAILY/WEEKLY SKINCARE~


-You will need: Cleanser, Toner (or Astringent), Cotton Balls, Moisturizer, Mask (or Masque), Extractor (found at most beauty supply stores), and either a facial steamer or hand towel for steaming.





-Morning and night (before going to bed): cleanse, tone, and moisturize. If you have clogged pores, whiteheads and blackheads, then 2-3 times a week include steaming (in this order: cleanse, tone, steam, tone, moisturize).





-Once a week: cleanse, tone, steam, exfoliate, tone, *extractions, tone, mask, tone, moisturize. *IF NEEDED, Don't begin doing extractions until you have been following all of the other steps for at least 2 weeks, so that the steaming will have caused any tough blemishes to begin to soften.





-How to: *


Cleanse -use a small amount and lather with water, apply using circular motions all over face and neck, repeat if you have makeup on


Tone - Squeeze a small amount onto the cottonball and wipe all over face and neck


Steam - for 10-15 minutes, using one of these methods: facial steamer, hold your face 3-5 inches above steaming water, or drape a hot towel over your face (leaving your nostrils and/or mouth exposed)


Exfoliate - follow the same steps as in cleansing, but don't repeat


Extractions - place the hoop (or eye) over the blemish (or blackhead) so that the blemish is in the center of the hoop, apply slight pressure and use rocking and rolling movements all around the blemish (don't use so much pressure that you create indentions or bruises on your skin), if and when the blockage comes out of the pore, wipe away with a cottonball that has been dampened with toner


Mask - apply mask evenly on face and neck, leave for 10-15 minutes, remove by draping a hot towel over your face, then wiping away - if it begins to sting or burn intensly before 10-15 minutes has passed remove and consider using a milder mask


Moisturize - apply a small amount on face an neck and massage until it's absorbed


*In all of these steps, always avoid the eye area.





~RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS~


It's best that you stick with ONE product line formulated for your skin type.





-FOR OILY SKIN (Oily in T-zone and other areas):


*Neutrogena Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask, Neutrogena Clear Pore Oil-Controlling Astringent, Neutrogena Oil-free Moisture SPF 15, %26amp; Neutrogena Deep Clean Invigorating Scrub: http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail...


*see this link: http://www.neutrogena.com/face.asp?mainv... click on cleansers %26amp; moisturizers to view the products - the Clear Pore Cleanser/Mask can be used as both a daily cleanser and for your mask in your weekly facial.





-FOR COMBINATION SKIN (2 or more of these conditions: dry, oily, sensitive, breakouts, etc.)


http://www.neutrogena.com/sossolution_3.... http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail... http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail... http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail...





-FOR DRY SKIN


Neutrogena’s Extra Gentle Cleanser, Alcohol-Free Toner and Oil-Free Moisture for Sensitive Skin (http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail...


Neutrogena® Healthy Skin Anti-Wrinkle Anti-Blemish Scrub (http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail... and Hydrating Facial Cloth Mask. (http://www.neutrogena.com/content.asp?id...





-FOR ACNE-PRONE SKIN (very frequent or constant breakouts)


Advanced Solutions™ Complete Acne Therapy System (http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail...


Oil-Free Acne Wash Daily Scrub


(http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail... - don’t use every day, only once a week during your weekly facial), and


Oil-Free Acne Wash 60 Second Mask Scrub


http://www.neutrogena.com/productsdetail...





-FOR SEVERE ACNE (severe, painful, constant breakouts of various types)


Or if any skin problems persist or become worse, you should see a dermatologist.





~VITAMINS/MINERALS, DIET, %26amp; EXCERCISE~


Each day, include a multivitamin for women and try to maintain a fairly healthy diet and exercise routine. Also see this site about vitamins and the skin: http://www.prevention.com/article/0,5778... If you take any of these in addition to your daily multivitamin, be sure not to take more than the recommended dosages.
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Reply:I would probably suggest the Retin A Microgel if you want it for rejuventation and clearer skin.





You only use it at night and need to wear a sunblock during the day.





If you want to even out skin tone, I also recommend mixing the Retin A with a product called Obagi Blender. This will also ensure maximum penetration of the Retin A.





I'd alo suggest purchasing an exfoliation product to use in the mornings with an alpha hydroxy acid, such as glycolic, lactic or salycic acid.





Good luck : )