Product Recommendations: Retinoids

Retinoid Products |



Here is a list of retinoid treatment products. Retinoids can be used for fading hyperpigmentation, repairing the effects of aging, and clearing acne. The below chart arranges the retinoids from weakest retinoids to strongest retinoids for both prescription strength and over-the-counter retinoids:

RETINOIDS

Type of Retinoid Product Name
Weaker


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Stronger
Retinol
Retinaldehyde

(or retinal, vitamin A aldehyde)
Adapalene

(synthetic retinoid)
Tretinoin

(or retinoic acid)
Tazarotene

(synthetic retinoid)
  • Tazorac - 0.1% gel or cream
  • Avage - 0.1% cream
  • Zorac
    • 0.05% and 0.1% gel
    • 0.05% and 0.1% cream
Isotretinoin

(synthetic tretinoin)

Not everyone's skin can tolerate retinoids, but if your skin can, retinoids are a great product to include in your every day skin care routine. Keep in mind that retinoid use will also make your skin more sensitive to UV rays, so wearing a protective sunscreen while you are using retinoids is especially important.




This is a growing list of retinoid products and will be continually updated when there are new products. Please check back often!


Last updated: February 27, 2011






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