Retin-A (Tretinoin) Retin-A Tretinoin Gel 0.01% Ingredients Explained

Name: Retin-A Tretinoin Gel 0.01%
Brand: Retin-A (Tretinoin)
Rating: 4.0 (1 reviews)

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Published on March 22, 2023 Submitted by alexrae

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Overview

What it is

Prescription with 4 ingredients that contains retinoid

Cool Features

It is reef safe

Suited For

It has ingredients that are good for fighting acne, anti aging and brightening skin

Free From

It doesn't contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

Fun facts

Retin-A (Tretinoin) is from South Africa. This product is used in 61 routines created by our community.

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Ingredient List (4)

Tretinoin 0.01%, BHT, Hydroxypropylcellulose, Peg-90 90%

You should know

Here's our breakdown of the notable ingredients, benefits, and concerns we determined from the ingredients in this product. Click any item to learn more.

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Anti-Aging

Acne Fighting

Brightening

Concerns

Irritating

Rosacea

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free

silicon-free

fragrance-free

sulfate-free

paraben-free

oil-free

fungal-acne safe

reef-safe

eu-allergen-free

vegan

cruelty-free

Ingredients Overview

Here's our quick-to-read summary of the ingredients in this product. Keep scrolling if you'd like to learn more about what each ingredient does!

Ingredient

Com. / Irr. Rating

Features

Antioxidant, Masking

Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

1 / 0

Humectant, Solvent

Ingredients Explained

This product contains 4 ingredients. Click on any ingredient to learn more about it

Tretinoin 0.01%

What it does:

Community Rating: Loved

Tretinoin is a form of Vitamin A. It is stronger than retinol and only available with a prescription in many countries.

Research on tretinoin has found it to be effective in anti-aging the skin. It helps improve damage from the sun, even the skin tone, and smooth out wrinkles.

Tretinoin has also been found to be an effective acne treatment by reducing sebum production in pores.

Tretinoin, like other forms of Vitamin A, increases the turnover cycle of skin cells. This helps the skin create newer and healthier skin cells faster. Due to its strength, it can cause irritation, redness, and dry skin. Those with sensitive skin should consult a professional about using tretinoin.

Using retinoids will increase sun-sensitivity in the first few weeks of use. Though studies show retinoids increase your skin's natural SPF with continuous use, it is best to always wear sunscreen and sun-protection.

Read about Retinol

Learn more about Tretinoin

BHT

What it does: Antioxidant, Masking

Community Rating: Very Disliked

BHT is a synthetic antioxidant. As an antioxidant, it helps your body fight off free-radicals. Free-radicals are molecules that may damage your skin cells.

BHT also helps stabilize products and prevent them from degrading. Many products are sensitive to air and light. BHT prevents them from breaking down when exposed.

Hydroxypropylcellulose

What it does: Emulsifying, Emulsion Stabilising

Hydroxypropylcellulose comes from cellulose. As an emulsifier, it helps stabilize products by preventing ingredients from separating.

Peg-90 90%

What it does: Humectant, Solvent

Community Rating: Disliked

Peg-90 isn't fungal acne safe.

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When to use

We've created a guide with info on when you should use Retin-A (Tretinoin) Retin-A Tretinoin Gel 0.01%. We've also included some recommended products to use it with, as well as some routine inspiration!

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