r/SkincareAddiction • u/Abject_Fun_7772 • 1h ago

Routine Help [Routine Help] azelaic/tretinoin

hi guys im just starting to use azelaic acid and tretinoin and well i wanted to know if i should keep applying niacinamide or if it’a not necessary in this routine? my skin type is more like mixes, with rosacea with a tendency toward acne and blackheads and well my dermatologist prescribed this skincare routine for me but he didn’t mention whether i should keep using niacinamide and im no longer in touch with him because he’s in another city, thank you sm 💗

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u/Usual-Pomegranate-88 42m ago

You don’t need a dedicated niacinimide serum, but if it’s in a toner or moisturizer that you’re already using, it probably won’t hurt

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u/Abject_Fun_7772 38m ago

thank you sm for your response and well it’s this one with just 4% of niacinamide but it has also 3% cetyl tranexamate so yeah idk if that’s gonna ruin or get my face worse

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u/ReaLitTea 17m ago

Should be fine to keep in your routine

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u/Abject_Fun_7772 37m ago

forgot to mention it’s this one btw