I’m a plastic surgeon and you’ll never get me to shut up about a ‘holy grail skincare product’ – it’s not sunscreen
A SKIN expert has shared the one beauty item that he swears by, and it’s not sunscreen.
He admitted that he won’t shut up about the benefits of a “holy grail” anti-aging product.
Facial plastic surgeon Prem Tripathi, MD (@drpremtripathi) dispels beauty myths and shares tips and tricks based on his experience.
In a TikTok video, he told viewers about a “holy grail skincare product that works for everyone,” and, no, it’s not sunscreen.
“You will never get me to shut up about tretinoin,” he said.
He clarified some confusion about the health concerns and anti-aging properties of it.
According to the doctor, it’s perfectly safe for all skin colors and textures.
“Don’t believe the lie that it will thin your skin out,” he added.
He explained that it will thin out the epidermis, the top layer of skin that you want to scrub off and exfoliate, and thicken the dermis.
He advised against using the skincare item before an eyebrow wax.
Not only is it beneficial for all people, but it can also be used right up until chemical peels or lasers, and in the summer, when coupled with extra sunscreen.
Tretinoin helps to treat acne, hyperpigmentation, fine lines/wrinkles, dermis scars, acne scars, and with dry or oily skin.
If you have trouble using it, Dr. Tripathi shared a list of direct instructions, including the dosage to start at and frequency of use.
Tretinoin Application Tips
- Start at 0.25% about 2 to 3x a week on fully dry skin
- Buffer it before and after use with a moisturizer
- Work your way up in percentage over time
- Increase use to about 5 to 6x a week
Viewers asked for his advice and appreciated the anti-aging tips.
“I’ve been using tretinoin for 25 years. I’m on .10%. My skin is top-notch,” one shared.
Another inquired: “What’s the difference between tretinoin and retinol?”
He replied: “Retinol, retinol, and over-the-counter retinoids are all converted into retinoic acid in smaller amounts compared to the prescription form.”
“I use tretinoin every night and I can vouch for this. Took me a while for my skin to get used to it, but now I’ve managed to tolerate 0.5%,” a TikTok user chimed in.