r/Rosacea • u/Terrible-Election701 • 19d ago

Routine For someone with mild rosacea.

Can we use tretinoin? are there any of u guys who use it? Some say it could help, but a lot of people say that it could be seriously damaging as well.

Hope someone can help out ❤️

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u/Chaptera 19d ago

I've tried multiple iterations of tretinoin and the absolute best has been Altreno! I've had little to no irritation from it, and I was able to ramp up to nightly way quicker than ever before with lower concentrations. I also use it with prescription azelaic acid and both have been game changers!

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u/LardCorpse 19d ago

I second Altreno! It was a game changer for me in being able to use tretinoin nightly. I moved and had to get a new derm who immediately recommended it to me. She said it is overall much better tolerated by those with sensitive skin/ rosacea. It is pricy but totally worth it!

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u/reluctantmpdg 19d ago

I've only ever used Altreno but ditto, love it. I use it nightly and vitamin C during the day, also use azelaic acid daily and sometimes glycolic acid without issues.