Tretinoin is a medicine that is used for the treatment of acne vulgaris; an inflammatory skin disorder that is known as common acne and that is caused by hair follicles that become plugged with oil and dead skin cells causing blackheads, whiteheads, or pimples.
How to use Tretinoin:Wash your skin gently with a mild, bland non-medicated soap two to three times daily and then pat skin dry with a towel. Let your skin dry 20 to 30 minutes before you apply the medicine. Avoid washing the affected area frequently and do not use harsh scrubs. Acne is not caused by dirt, therefore excessive washing and scrubbing will not remove it. Very frequent washing or very rough scrubbing may actually worsen your acne.
Apply your tretinoin cream once daily before bedtime, or as directed by your doctor. Your doctor may recommend, particularly if you have a sensitive skin, that you apply tretinoin every other night during the start of your therapy. First, start by washing the skin with a mild soap and dry your skin gently. Then, wait 20 to 30 minutes before you apply the cream to allow your skin to be completely dry in order to reduce possible skin irritation.