When (and how) to use Tretinoin 0.05% Gel by Obagi
Overview
Welcome to our guide on when (and how) to use Obagi Tretinoin 0.05% Gel.
When to use
We recommend using this product in the evening. In fact, 100% of routines created by our community use it in the evening.
How often
85% of routines created by our community use this product every day.
In your routine
This product is most commonly used as step 4 in a routine. Use our Routine Creator to see where you should use this product in your routine.
Fun Fact
34 routines created by our community use this product.
Morning Routine:
Apply a moisturizer, preferably with sunscreen, that will not aggravate your acne.
Nighttime Routine:
Wash with a mild soap and dry skin gently
Wait 20 to 30 minutes to allow skin to completely dry
Squeeze no more than half an inch of medication onto fingertip; more medication will not yield faster or better results and may cause irritation
Apply onto face, covering affected area lightly, starting with your forehead, chin, and both cheeks, then spread over the entire affected area
Avoid corners of the nose, mouth, eyes, and open wounds
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Pair it with
Here are some of the products that our community often uses together with Tretinoin 0.05% Gel.
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