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  • Опубликовано: 21 дек 2024

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  • @Christine-ry1qq
    @Christine-ry1qq 5 месяцев назад +126

    At 65, my skincare has been the same for 40 years
    Factor 50 every day of the year I use Altruist it’s available (online)
    Tretinoin every night
    Never use moisturiser, it makes my skin lazy
    But lately , twice a year I have polynucleotide injections to boost my collagen and give me a glow
    Vaseline on lips every night
    Castor oil at night all over my neck and hands
    And that’s it .
    Simple, very effective and not expensive.
    I’m proud of my skin it’s in fantastic condition
    Just paying this forward to the young girls looking for tips.

    • @olga_b344
      @olga_b344 5 месяцев назад

      What strength Tretinoin can you use every night?

    • @KindnessInChaos
      @KindnessInChaos 4 месяца назад +6

      Wow. I’ve never heard that “moisturizer makes my skin lazy” but it’s definitely something to consider now! Our skin has its own micro biome and healing process and putting so much chemicals on it especially in combination probably makes skin worse in some cases!

    • @Artandcraftbym
      @Artandcraftbym 4 месяца назад +1

      My doctor prescribed me tretix tretinoin cream,he told me to use only on pimples and i do the exactly same now my skin got fair where i was using it ..and now my skin look Patchy plzzz helpp😭😭😭 what should I do 😢

    • @lisapal5747
      @lisapal5747 4 месяца назад +2

      What do you layer with tretinoin? Don't you apply moisturizer after tretinoin?

    • @rosej5029
      @rosej5029 4 месяца назад +2

      Does the castor oil treat wrinkles?

  • @nathalielyttle
    @nathalielyttle Год назад +24

    Thank goodness i found your channel. Ive been asking myself the same question. Seems like theres a lot of fluff on yt regarding skin care and skincare products and not enough real, no bs information. even from the professionals! Youre definitely doing it right. Keep up the good work!

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +10

      Thanks! I thought exactly the same as you and realised maybe I need to be the one I'm looking for. Hopefully the channel will grow and more people can benefit from the info.

  • @Nunyabiz123
    @Nunyabiz123 Год назад +41

    You literally do all the research for us and more and convert it into these short videos for us which is beyond amazing!!! No one else would be able to be non filtered like you so plz remember how appreciated and extraordinary you are 😃

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +7

      Thank you :D

  • @sharonscott8490
    @sharonscott8490 10 месяцев назад +15

    So appreciate you sharing your expertise and honesty 🙏🏾✨

  • @oliverchong2428
    @oliverchong2428 5 месяцев назад +6

    Adapalene does NOT require a prescription in the UK. You can buy it online without. I did!

  • @MadameSarah
    @MadameSarah 5 месяцев назад +16

    I’m using a 0.3% retinol cream as I’ve just turned 40 and have sensitive dry skin. The aim is to build tolerance in order to use tret.

    • @elibennett6168
      @elibennett6168 Месяц назад

      adapalene is supposed to be tolerated fairly well. I was able to get a tret rx faster because I had already been using adapalene for a while over the counter.

  • @understone86
    @understone86 4 месяца назад +5

    It's not that retinol is bad, it's that the OTC products with retinol are too weak. High concentration retinol products are actually effective, cheap and less aggressive than prescription retinoic acid products. Not everyone needs prescription medication!

    • @soshi-805
      @soshi-805 2 месяца назад +1

      Thank you! Just found this channel and it's a refreshing break from the loads of beauty sales pitch my socials want me to fall for, but credit where credit's due - cosmetic retinol can and does work, and it has its place for retinoid beginners. It's just more challenging trying to find quality, efficacious formulas from a sea of options, since cosmetic retinoids aren't regulated the same way prescription is. And not everyone can tolerate tretinoin either!

    • @sudhirchandra9790
      @sudhirchandra9790 25 дней назад

      What percentage

    • @understone86
      @understone86 25 дней назад

      @@sudhirchandra9790 the highest otc retinol content in the US is 1 percent. I use products with this concentration and 0.1% retinal. I found them effective and experienced visible results, although at the beginning I don't tolerated well.

  • @gigmond
    @gigmond 6 месяцев назад +22

    Adapalene is available without a prescription now in the US.

    • @bcroger2
      @bcroger2 4 месяца назад +3

      Thanks for the information!

  • @danielx555
    @danielx555 2 месяца назад +2

    Adapalene is OTC in the United States now and super affordable, around $30 for 1.6 oz. I have been using it for around 2 years now. I got really good results. I am male, 58, good health, and I really benefited from it. I thought about tretinoin but I don't want to deal with prescriptions and doctors. (I love doctors, I just hate dealing with appointments.) I achieved retinization and it's been pretty solid and astonishingly affordable.

  • @xpaperxcutx4588
    @xpaperxcutx4588 6 месяцев назад +5

    I used to have adult acne and my dermatologist recommended me “aklief” which is Trifarotene. I love it and it has done wonders for my skin, albeit I still have a little forehead lines (from not taking care of my skin in the past).
    I’m surprised that the jury is still out about its effectiveness compared to Tretinoin and I thank you for your video to dispel a lot of misinformation on the web.

  • @orangyorangefromspace
    @orangyorangefromspace 7 месяцев назад +136

    I don't like that you put other dermatologists down...they often say tretinoin is way more effective than retinol. I am glad I found your channel, the more information the better but you do not need to throw anyone under the bus.

    • @fg9223
      @fg9223 6 месяцев назад +52

      I think he needs! i have spent so much money over the years on different forms of retinols, some very expensive.They always made my skin drier and made bigger fine lines.I tried it all the ways, small amounts, a day a week so on.Nothing worked. My sister sells Sisley and i had the chance to try products. I just use with comun sense , without overthinking nor listenting influencers and my skin looks great.Other crap is all the forms of vitamin C that give me pimples. The influencer live from this constant posting and advertising, putting pressure on our minds and pockets. I am tired of being dumb!

    • @susanmainville510
      @susanmainville510 6 месяцев назад +25

      You have to go back and listen again. He was talking about journalist reporting. Wouldn’t you want to hear the truth? ❤

    • @user-wx9xr8rl8g
      @user-wx9xr8rl8g 5 месяцев назад +15

      Well then, leave here to their channels and waste your money. ❤

    • @megalu123
      @megalu123 5 месяцев назад +10

      He is doing absolutely right! Thank you Dr. I’m listen to you more and more

    • @suzihazlove4979
      @suzihazlove4979 5 месяцев назад +15

      Yes HE DOES. EXPOSE THE LIARS

  • @janicegreen5666
    @janicegreen5666 9 месяцев назад +4

    Need a prescription does most insurances cover the cost? will this Tretinoin help with crepeyness or sagging for more mature women and can be used on the body!

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  9 месяцев назад +4

      I'm it sure about the insurance, sorry! Usually they don't because it's cosmetic. Tretinoin/vitamin A can be used for total skin health anywhere on the body really. But for laxity there's only so much any kind of skincare will do if I'm honest. For that, skincare combined with clinical treatment is probably best.

  • @stellamartinez3766
    @stellamartinez3766 Месяц назад +1

    OMG I just found the "holy grail". Where have you been all my life? 🤗 I have very good skin at 70 however always searching for Truth! Love your delivery!!! Thank you! 🥰

  • @markw7982
    @markw7982 9 месяцев назад +3

    I’ve been using tretinoin but really been struggling with side affects, making my skin super sensitive, I did start slowly but still get a reaction. Please advise 🙏

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  9 месяцев назад +9

      First of all, don't worry too much. It's expected and will slowly subside unless there's information I'm missing. You can drop the frequency of usage down and also increase use of squalane oil at the same time to compensate (TheOrdinary sell it for very cheap).

  • @anuragpal7541
    @anuragpal7541 4 месяца назад +2

    where can i get the prescription? u told in the video ?

  • @chariots8x230
    @chariots8x230 5 месяцев назад +6

    How about people with sensitive skin? What should they use?

  • @naobe5
    @naobe5 7 месяцев назад +11

    I love how as well as being very informative, your videos always confirmed what I have known all along... and not because I'm an expert but just after years of trial and error! I have stopped relying on costly over the counter products (despite the hype) because they don't WORK!!!

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  7 месяцев назад +7

      Thank you 🙏 Most of the industry is full of nonsense imo

    • @VilleGardian
      @VilleGardian Месяц назад

      Like copper peptide, dunno but it has done nothing. Other peptides like tripeptides work better.

  • @vister6757
    @vister6757 2 месяца назад +6

    I tried adapalene and tretinion. Adapalene doesn't irritate my skin like tretinion. However, I continue to use tretinion for anti aging purposes.
    My hubby's sebaceous hyperplasia on his face has also gotten smaller with consistent tretinion application.

  • @sallyampem7495
    @sallyampem7495 3 месяца назад +2

    Can Tret be used all over the skin .If yes ,is there a cream with tret in it that can be used as a body cream .
    Or maybe a pea sized amount can be put into the palm and mixed with your lotion to be applied all over your body.

  • @Dermatoulis-cd5ex
    @Dermatoulis-cd5ex 9 месяцев назад +4

    Hmm I use adapalene, however to give merit to the content creators your mentioned they have elaborated (the information is there, not in the compact format you do , but it's there) about the prescription retinoids , (well adapalene being ex-prescription) . Speaking of two questions:
    1. It was from Dr Dray mentioning how adapalne is quite a selective molecule and doesn' t bound to all the receptors.I presume it binds on the alpha? given they are the most abundant ones? I will google afterwards. She was also very reluctant to talk about it's antiaging capacity, since the medical study didn't know show collagen boost. As far as I understand they used echography and it was not an ideal measurement from that start Althoust an elastin index term it was found improved, so i am not sure how one reads that is correlated to a single "yes it does antiaging". Does this index by default means collagen production ?. What is your take?
    2. How will you evaluate Korean products? I recently learned about Enprani Retinyl retinoate and my brows raised and got firmed even without using it. Apparently Medik8 is reselling under their brand-name for only 5 times the original product price.
    You are also gorgeous looking.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  9 месяцев назад +9

      To answer each point in turn…
      1. Yeah selectivity is crucial. The more modern retinoids are designed like that. With regards to collagen increase - the problem is that you have to define the type of collagen you're creating and then use different methods for that. Morten Karsdal is one of the experts on this topic. For elastin, I don't think it will improve to the extent that something like Sunekos will provide but I'm sure there will be some sort of positive effect. I think as long as we are targetting the RAR-gamma then we are still going after the same HoxB1 gene family.
      2. Retinyl-retinoate seems to be a great product and looks like it's far more powerfl than retinol. I agree that Medik8 are selling it at quite high a price but that's the industry for you! I haven't seen a study that converts it into tret or adapalene or trifarotene etc in terms of equivalence. Because of that, it's extremely difficult to compare one to the other, you can only really talk about the selective receptor targetting I guess.
      3. Thank you :)

    • @Dermatoulis-cd5ex
      @Dermatoulis-cd5ex 9 месяцев назад

      @@Dr_Abs Thank you very much!!!
      About Enprani I was impressed, if it works as it's claimed it's a very soft side effect retinoic acid product the way i understand it?. IF
      hmm maybe i will try my luck for one more! Really fast my eye for bryan johnson taking only oral retinoic acid, accutan is called here. Then a parallel video from a dermatologist comparing oral vitamin A to accutan. That Vit A supplement was rather weaker but still similar. I noticed also how often vitmain A is added in food supplements, small amounts but the ones i happen to take. it's a lot to disentagle here.
      My question is that oral prescription seems to be more efficient, (I take minoxidil as an example too) , so it could be another direction instead of topical application of retinoids? However is it something a liver would appreciate? and should be such supplements a bit more restricted for pregnancy cases as retinols are? I mean i can feed my friends any vitamin supplement i can reach but when it comes to retinoids are like cats in the water because it can cause teratogenesis.
      And for oral consumption is vitamin A beta karotin substance in most cases? Could natural sources of this supplement act as good and without worrying for your liver?
      Thank youuuuu your channel just popped so i am checking your content ^_^ I like to cross check doctor of youtube and figure out the scientific consensus and commercial biases ^_^ ^_^ and you bring something fresh on the table it seems

    • @toriwoods9800
      @toriwoods9800 5 месяцев назад +1

      Can you explain what you mean, brows raised and firmed, without using?

    • @Dermatoulis-cd5ex
      @Dermatoulis-cd5ex 5 месяцев назад

      @@toriwoods9800 Retioate is supposed to be a very advanced retinoid. It has the potency of retinoic acid but also doesn't irriate and dehydrates.
      So if you use it you will get a very snatched face as a joke. So it's that good that by thinking of it makes me snatched.

  • @ak2119
    @ak2119 5 месяцев назад +2

    Where is your digital description? Can’t find it

  • @yummysourcandyz
    @yummysourcandyz 4 месяца назад +1

    My question is what do you use before and after tretinoin in the evening?

  • @iStorm-my5fp
    @iStorm-my5fp 5 месяцев назад +3

    Thank you, this ish has gotten out of hand. As someone who has extremely sensitive systic acne since 11 years old norhing over the counter has ever worked for me and ive tried everything under the sun.

    • @chrish.4729
      @chrish.4729 2 месяца назад

      Go to a dermatologist and try Accutane (tretinoin pills). Cleared up all my acne after years of misery. OTC products never worked for me either.

  • @leodelicious865
    @leodelicious865 6 месяцев назад +7

    My mum used sheabutter for everything when we were little from colds to skin to even drinking for constipation and coconut oil or the palm kernel oil. I lost my way as i grew and gave into skin care but i always stuck with natural i have oily skin and all i use now is vaseline coconut oil and sheabutter. My skin glows no lines acne gone. Money saved 😅

    • @taffydavis471
      @taffydavis471 2 месяца назад

      What do you use each product for?

    • @leodelicious865
      @leodelicious865 2 месяца назад

      @@taffydavis471 hair skin and nails .to cleanse,heal, protect and moisturize my body.

  • @ThaiDuongPham-kt8qk
    @ThaiDuongPham-kt8qk 5 месяцев назад +5

    Thankyou sir!! Wasted 1/5 partime job salary on my skin care products and feeling like a clown. Wish that I knew you sooner.

  • @ggfarmgirl8350
    @ggfarmgirl8350 5 месяцев назад +2

    So, you are saying Differin works as well as Tretinoin? We can get Differin over the counter here in the US.

  • @Mo_rena-ch2pu
    @Mo_rena-ch2pu 5 месяцев назад +1

    I Love 😩 this men!! Thank you for sharing the knowledge to the masses no matter who gets mad. I mean somebody has to care for the most of us who have been and keep being misled.
    🥰
    Morena 🌷

  • @SuperHowyalikemenow
    @SuperHowyalikemenow Год назад +2

    What age do you suggest own start using retinol/Trentinoin? Is 28 too soon to maintain good skin…? Thank you!!

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +11

      I'd have started as a teenager if I knew!

    • @SuperHowyalikemenow
      @SuperHowyalikemenow Год назад

      Okay, thank you!!!

    • @mv848
      @mv848 5 месяцев назад

      Started adapalene at the age of 21. That was 22 years ago. It's a revolutionary ingredient. Not expensive either ($6 in my country). Regardless: if it cost $200 - I would pay $200 for it.
      If you're pregnant or breastfeeding - talk to a doctor and they will more likely than not tell you to stop using it!
      If you're allergic - obviously do not use it!

    • @BehindTheBush96
      @BehindTheBush96 5 месяцев назад

      Pretty sure I read collagen production takes a nosedive and you start ageing much faster once you hit 25, so 28 is absolutely not too soon to start with the anti-ageing products.

  • @jamtoast6660
    @jamtoast6660 6 месяцев назад +14

    Adapalene 0.1% is available OTC in the USA and is relatively inexpensive. It is also less sensitizing than tretinoin. Would you recommend it as the ideal, readily available retinoid?

    • @laurab9518
      @laurab9518 6 месяцев назад +3

      I want to know this too please

    • @mv848
      @mv848 5 месяцев назад +1

      It's $6 in my country. Have been using it for 22 years and I look 15 years younger than my real age.
      Primarily used it for mild acne on chin.
      Continued bc I love it.
      *If you're pregnant or breastfeeding - talk to a doctor and they will more likely than not tell you to stop using it!*
      *If you're allergic - obviously do not use it!*
      Otherwise - it's amazing, and I tried EVERYTHING under the sun (tretinoin, dozens of retinols.....evertything).

    • @Nishaajain01
      @Nishaajain01 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@mv848 i have been using treti 0.025 per for 3 months now and honestly I don't feel much diff
      My skin didn't peel off no breakouts no dryness 😢
      I bought a higher concentration now 0.1 per I hope this will work😅

    • @buddy6743
      @buddy6743 4 месяца назад

      @@mv848 Which country is that?

  • @nancynelson987
    @nancynelson987 6 месяцев назад +9

    This is all so fascinating. I’ve been watching all the videos and reading comments over the past couple of days. I’d given up on retinoids as it seemed like my face was coming off and breaking out like never before. Now I want to have another go! Trying to figure out if I’d be better off ordering adapalene (here in the US) or ordering the .005 tret subscription prescription I currently have on hold.
    Also wondering if I can work through face oil oil supplies or if it’s better to order squalane - definitely going to ditch moisturizers from here on out! Grateful for this no-nonsense biohacking friendly channel. :-)

    • @boomerang0101
      @boomerang0101 5 месяцев назад

      You meant 0.05 NOT 0.005 tret.. ryt?

  • @elishasmith9266
    @elishasmith9266 19 дней назад

    I am over 40 and have been blessed with good skin, I have had really oily skin up until last year. I have never used moisturizer as I had my own natural moisturizer so I just focused on a cleanser. With my skin now losing its oil due to the natural aging I started using a retinol cream to help avoid wrinkles and a squalene face oil. I came across your video and see that perhaps I should be using the prescription retinol and will look into that eventually. I did see some comments that some are using Adapalene 0.1%, is this also a decent option? I am currently using the biossance retinol night serum but if that is not strong enough I will look into the Adapalene 0.1% and then eventually the tretinoin. I am in the United States, is there a good brand that people recommend? I was able to find Differin Adapalene 0.1% at Ulta, it says it Differin Adapalene 0.1% acne treatment gel. I am very happy that I was able to find these videos.

  • @elizabettelani
    @elizabettelani 5 месяцев назад +4

    Another great video! I'm struggling to find a link for a digital prescription. There is only a link to your website, where I can't find anything related to prescriptions. I want to buy tretinoin. Thanks! 😊

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  5 месяцев назад +1

      Thank you, legally a consult is required so you can either do the one off or the lifelong option 🙂

    • @ShakilTheArtist
      @ShakilTheArtist 5 месяцев назад

      Same here

    • @ShakilTheArtist
      @ShakilTheArtist 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@Dr_Absoops that would be too costly for an Indian and my current situation is pathetic

  • @crystalbotha5888
    @crystalbotha5888 5 месяцев назад

    This is so helpful. I am 46 and have stubborn hyperpigmentation from the pill.. I feel cheated cause ive been taking care of my skin since i was a teen and ive always been proud of my flawless skin. I wish ive seen this video 8yrs ago. Ive wasted so much money on expensive creams that did nothing for my skin😢I know what i need to do now. Thank u sooo much for simplifying things.. The internet is full of crap with all these so called experts misleading hardworking people.. Thank u

  • @kanakkshirsagar9155
    @kanakkshirsagar9155 4 месяца назад +2

    I've using adapalene for quite some time didn't had any effects just switched to tret how long to use to see visible changes

  • @heeeqoo2
    @heeeqoo2 18 дней назад

    so..... retinol doesnt activate what we think it does?

  • @divyachoudhary5736
    @divyachoudhary5736 Год назад +2

    i have sensitive skin and i am going to use retinol for the first time so i cant go for tretinoin. i got minimalist 0.6% retinol. so that wont work at all?

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад

      It'd probably give you a better result than using nothing but impossible to say without seeing the skin

  • @DylanDallion
    @DylanDallion 3 месяца назад +1

    Hi I looked up sunekos and it says that you have to be a licensed Doctor. Where can I get their collegen products?:)

  • @jans1089
    @jans1089 2 месяца назад +1

    But what is if persons like me can't even use it once a week. It dried my skin so much out that everytime I got new wrinkles after using it. I had to stop it and try now to get good results for skin with a dermaroller

  • @crucitasquillace5072
    @crucitasquillace5072 8 месяцев назад +3

    Hi Dr. Abs…just came across your channel. What would you say is best for melasma. Thanks so much.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  8 месяцев назад +9

      It's an answer that's different for everyone to be honest. It'd ideally revolve around skincare and some sort of clinical treatment together.
      Skincare that has vitamin A, some exfoliation to remove old pigment, pigment production inhibition and suncream would be ideal.
      Then a clinical device like Sciton BBL and/or Moxi would be the cherry on the cake.
      Hope that helps

    • @crucitasquillace5072
      @crucitasquillace5072 8 месяцев назад +4

      @@Dr_Abs thanks so much. Very helpful

  • @Mahaa523
    @Mahaa523 4 месяца назад +2

    I am a combination skin with extremely dry cheeks and extremely sweaty T area. Can I include Tretinion in my routine??

  • @grant8009
    @grant8009 4 месяца назад +1

    Are there any differences between adapalene gel and cream? Or just the vehicle is different? I was wondering if the gel penetrates deeper making it more potent?

    • @AmazingWords786
      @AmazingWords786 4 месяца назад +1

      Formulation is different
      Gel is for oily skin while cream is for dry skin

  • @amelrebouh6780
    @amelrebouh6780 4 месяца назад +1

    Can we use adapalene in summer. Concerned about possible hyperpigmentatiob.

  • @lehxyx
    @lehxyx Месяц назад +2

    Why are the products that work better/have more studies about them the ones locked behind a prescription? It's the same with hair products -- the bleach that's the safest/most effective on the hair you have to have a license for.. but the bleach that can do all kinds of damage, that one you can pick up yourself 🙄🙄🙄 I'm tired of all these unnecessary middle men.

  • @amasterfuldesktop4935
    @amasterfuldesktop4935 Год назад +4

    I feel like this is what most retinol RUclips dermatologists have been saying though, that a prescription retinoid show results faster but haven’t studies shown that OTC retinols also will work well in the long long term?
    So in a nutshell are you saying any OTC retinol is bullsh*t like retinyl palmitate, etc? What about Altreno? I have been looking to get a retinol prescription so I might check out your link. Actually it says “page cannot be found”, man you trying to give me a virus 😂 what a load of 💩

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +2

      Haha thank you for the feedback. Long term you're right, there may not be too much difference. But the context of the video was to show info on what can get you results quickest.
      The link was work for me just now. Try the link in my bio on Instagram @doctor.abs if still not working

  • @enidhutchinson
    @enidhutchinson 12 дней назад

    what about retinaldehyde? or retinAl

  • @HenIchaer
    @HenIchaer Месяц назад

    What do you think about Epiduo? I got it on prescription and it works, but I don't like that it also contains peroxide.

  • @redhia
    @redhia Год назад +1

    Doc, how long can we use tret cream? Been fighting acne/scars for a full 4 yrs and I kind of tired to find its replacement if there's down time for it.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +2

      I personally use high strength retinoid everyday tbh. Wrt scarring, usually something clinical is needed alongside like a laser as an example. It's obviously more effort but imagine if u did it years ago and never had to worry about it for the rest of your life - some things are worth investing in. I'd say find a clinic that offers something like Sciton Halo and Sciton BBL near you and invest in yourself 😊

    • @redhia
      @redhia 11 месяцев назад

      @@Dr_Abs really appreciate the reply doc. I am in my 2nd years on alternating fractional CO2, microneedling and subcision atm. The result is quite good. But, since the acnes keep coming and going, I feel like it's all in vain. Still optimistic tho'. I lately found friendly products for my face and I am now trying tret 0,1%. Wish me luck :) Btw, will Halo and BBL have better result compare to treatments i've done? Haven't checked the treatment cost but i'll consider if I could afford it. Thanks again doc ☺️

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  11 месяцев назад +1

      I probably wouldn't keep having CO2 repeatedly, I'm not 100% convinced that much trauma again and again will be good long term (personally). You need to stop treating scars if the acne is still active - settle it down first then you have a limited number of scars to treat instead of constant new ones from new acne. Wrt the treatments it's impossible to say without a proper consultation unfortunately

  • @Lyd-PSN
    @Lyd-PSN 6 месяцев назад +3

    What do you recommend to get rid of forehead wrinkles? Thats the biggest one for me is it even possible without botox, like a skin regimen?

    • @astrocalm812
      @astrocalm812 5 месяцев назад +1

      I started sleeping with tape across my forehead in a T shape in 2014 as an experiment because I was getting frown lines. Sleeping with the tape there trains your muscles to stay relaxed most of the rest of the time, even when thinking or emotional (as in dreaming/making faces asleep). I am gluten intolerant and at that time the frownies product contained wheat so I tried blue painters tape and it does not irritate my skin. It is firm without being too firm and now, 10 years and counting, at 62, I have been wrinkle free there! I use the width that covers most of my forehead and trim it to avoid my eyebrows. Then I cut a piece to lay on top that comes down between my eyebrows to the top of my nose. I use the 1.88inch Scotchblue version. No residue, and if I have applied skincare, and gently wipe off any oiliness it still adheres (doesn’t have to be squeaky clean). I have used brown medical paper tape but it is a bit more difficult to remove, although less startling to a bed partner, lol.

  • @memim6621
    @memim6621 7 месяцев назад +2

    I live in the UK, just a regular 53 year old gal, with regular skin. I don't have a derm. and all these retinoids are prescription only. So how do I get my hands on them? Any advice welcome. 😊

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  7 месяцев назад

      Check the description

  • @3010marine
    @3010marine 3 месяца назад

    Hi dear doctor I wrote under many of your video to know if I can use with a bit of erythema around nose and cheeks . I have tretinoin I want to use but iam scared of more errythma. Can you advice me? Thank you so much ❤

  • @tendr247
    @tendr247 5 месяцев назад +3

    I’ve used retin a , then squalane for yrs. I’m 70. I started using it in my 20’s but I guess I look ok but if I had money I’d still have a face lift.

  • @sudhirchandra9790
    @sudhirchandra9790 25 дней назад

    Simple principle
    Increase skin cell turnover and use sunprotection ( I can't afford sunscreen so use cap,googles and handkerchief as mask,use mineral sunscreen only in undereye area which is still exposed)
    I don't need to increase skin cell turnover yet but if needed will use adaphelene or tretinoin with moisturizer or oil
    Rest will be sleep,diet, exercise and watching your videos 💕❤️

  • @Emmazz1412
    @Emmazz1412 Месяц назад

    Hi sir, which skincare or other methods minimise atrophic acne scars, pigmentation and pores?

  • @singhjigyasa9934
    @singhjigyasa9934 5 месяцев назад +2

    Sir , rather applying retinol creams should we take vitamin A supplements? Does it increase all alpha , beta Gamma receptors in our body?? If yes then which brand supplement should we take .?

    • @ViruX93
      @ViruX93 2 месяца назад

      Dude just eat some carrots

    • @lavenderface9875
      @lavenderface9875 Месяц назад

      @@ViruX93you spelt liver wrong

  • @tracybownes7612
    @tracybownes7612 2 месяца назад

    what if you can’t get tretinoin ? what is the next best thing to buy without needing a prescription please ?

  • @alqubrusia
    @alqubrusia 5 месяцев назад +1

    I use Akleif. I have very sensitive skin with roasacea and it doesn't make me purge like Tretinoin.

  • @C4RYB34R
    @C4RYB34R Месяц назад

    I have watched this video so many times...There is no longer Tretinoin in a cream base in Nova Scotia Canada. I have to buy that retin a gel. its due to protectionist act... anyway, how to I use that stuff? Its an alcohol based gel wtf? Can I mix it with a spot of moisturizer? It dries so fast that I end up using too much.

  • @jonigrigsby8931
    @jonigrigsby8931 5 месяцев назад

    where is the link for a digital prescrip from you Thank You !!

  • @craigk621
    @craigk621 6 месяцев назад +1

    Sorry for being a bit thick but aren't these prescribed solely for acne issues ? You seem to be saying that these are also have anti-aging benefits, which can be used by people with no acne at all.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  6 месяцев назад +3

      Yeah they can be antiageing too. Think about it this way if it helps... the molecular interaction is independent of why you got the product. So, whether you use it for acne or aging, the interaction will still be the same. Therefore, if it improves skin health why wouldn't it do it any time you use it? Hope that makes sense 😊

    • @craigk621
      @craigk621 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@Dr_Abs yep 👍 makes sense...just in case I misunderstood. Thanks for the clarification.

  • @jennylim7122
    @jennylim7122 Год назад +5

    Lol I just bought Medik8 0.06% Retinaldehyde from using adapalene 0.1% before because I thought I wanted it to be a little stronger. Should i go back to the adapalene? 😂 . I heard that adapalene hasn't been studied much for anti-aging results , its known to be used for acne . So for long term & anti-aging purpose, what product do you think is the best for sensitive skin?

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +11

      I'd go back to adapalene. In terms of antiageing etc it's basically just vitamin a which we know is used to help skin ageing. Wrt sensitivity, I'd say is it depends on the person because sometimes the sensitivity is linked to things like digestion issues too so hard to say over a RUclips comment

  • @sudhanshukumar7610
    @sudhanshukumar7610 5 месяцев назад +1

    I am using tretinoin cream 0.025 from last 3 months. I was struggling with acne for past 5 years.
    Now my skin is getting improved now.

  • @user-qd1uj3du1t
    @user-qd1uj3du1t 6 месяцев назад +8

    They do sell Adapalene 0.1% over the counter in the US, but mostly marketed for acne. Is this just as good for anti ageing as tretinoin and what is the difference between them? Also, my ophthalmologist has said I should stay away from retinoids around my eyes because it can make my dry eye condition worse. Thoughts please?? Thanks!

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  6 месяцев назад +3

      Absolutely it is! I made a video explaining them all earlier 😊
      They can irritate any skin if the skin isn't used to it. All my patients use them around the eyes slowly and work up and there's no dryness at all.

    • @user-qd1uj3du1t
      @user-qd1uj3du1t 6 месяцев назад +3

      @@Dr_Abs Thanks so much! I will look for that earlier video. As I said when I discovered you 2 days ago, I have to get to ALL your videos and read all the comments because I found there is a wealth of information in those.
      I'm spending as much time as I can reviewing it all! It'll take a while. 😉

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  6 месяцев назад +8

      Appreciate the support, there's so much more coming too. Have a podcast in the works for you all soon ☺️

    • @user-qd1uj3du1t
      @user-qd1uj3du1t 6 месяцев назад +3

      @@Dr_Abs Fantastic! And, I'll be making that skin care consultation as soon as your site is up and running again (from the US)!

    • @DebbieTDP
      @DebbieTDP 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@Dr_Abs dry eye isn't dryness of the skin...
      I think maybe I didn't get your answer right?

  • @narutoutzumaki1036
    @narutoutzumaki1036 5 месяцев назад

    Dr. Abs, thank you for making such an informative video about RAR, I have an additional question about acne scars: how should I treat acne scars? Will you please make a video on that, too?

    • @sodium303
      @sodium303 4 месяца назад

      tretinoin or adapalene

  • @cw2516
    @cw2516 6 месяцев назад +3

    Hi Dr,
    Is Isotretinoin ok to use instead of tretinoin, i picked up a non perscription tube from a pharmacy in greece this year. My skin is perfectly fine with it, no reactions. But wondered if i should go back to tretinoin instead? I do have oily skin with sebaceous filaments, so thought Isotretinoin would be a good and cheaper alternative while i could buy it.

    • @PrashantPatel-tf1mu
      @PrashantPatel-tf1mu 5 месяцев назад +4

      Uh, isotretinoin is sold under the brand name Acutane. It’s an oral medication used for recalcitrant acne vulgaris. It basically shuts your sebaceous glands down, so no more acne. Tretinoin is a topical cream or ointment that helps with acne AND is an excellent fine line/wrinkle remover/collagen promotor. I think you might be confused.

  • @user-broccolishishi
    @user-broccolishishi 5 месяцев назад +2

    Dr. Can you tell us more about snail mucin? Do they actually work?

  • @Lol-r4i6y
    @Lol-r4i6y Год назад +2

    Can you also put the profhilo video up never got to watch it :(

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад

      I didn't realise but I got a copyright thing for the background music so I'm just trying to sort that out with RUclips admins atm

  • @kathynewkirk683
    @kathynewkirk683 6 месяцев назад +2

    I wish someone could tell me the best over the counter product for my face.. 🙄

    • @jamesrogers4674
      @jamesrogers4674 3 месяца назад

      Sounds like he's saying adapoline gel. I saw differin at Walmart the other day. I've switched to LRP adapoline about a month ago. Was about $20 on ebay.
      Or tretinoin if you get a prescription.

  • @lindaalden2867
    @lindaalden2867 5 месяцев назад +1

    You can tretinoin over the counter in spain for around 20 euros i buy a tube a year.

  • @yessirski21
    @yessirski21 4 месяца назад

    can i use retinal from theordinary on my whole body?

  • @22900
    @22900 4 месяца назад

    Dermatologists recommend retinol for anti-aging or acne-prone skin and Sir what do you think?

  • @madisoncmccabe
    @madisoncmccabe Год назад +1

    What about Granactive Retinoids and Bakuchiol? Dr. Sam Bunting sells a product called Flawless Nightly 2% Retinoid Serum which has both. Would love your thoughts.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +7

      Bakuchiol is like an alternative to retinoids - it's used by several of my colleagues or women that are pregnant and don't want to use retinoids. Granactive retiniods seem to be more powerful than retinol in vitamin A activity but still pale in comparison to those mentioned in the video.

    • @madisoncmccabe
      @madisoncmccabe Год назад

      Thanks!@@Dr_Abs

  • @sammili6960
    @sammili6960 5 месяцев назад

    Is Rejuran better than using retinoic acid?

  • @akankshathakur1185
    @akankshathakur1185 6 месяцев назад +1

    I wanted to ask for your opinion on rice water for skin . What are the benefits and potential side effects

  • @babs1965
    @babs1965 5 месяцев назад

    Hello, I’m 59 and now have forehead wrinkles not too deep but they are very visible- can you RX me here in US?

  • @sheilaclancy2355
    @sheilaclancy2355 3 месяца назад +3

    I use black seed oil. Its wonderful fir everything. And i also agree with this doctor.

  • @Roberto-yj2hx
    @Roberto-yj2hx Год назад +1

    Heya dr do topical dna repair enzymes skincare products actually get into the skin to work ?

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +1

      I suppose if you microneedled before application you could get them to penetrate. But the question isn't just about penetration - even if they work by improving the lifespan slightly, if you still smoke or drink or have huge protein intake or don't exercise most days etc, how much is it really going to help? Life longevity will improve for free if you just have a healthier lifestyle.

    • @Roberto-yj2hx
      @Roberto-yj2hx Год назад

      My question was more centred towards if they work to improve the skin quality like sun damage, wrinkles etc

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад

      Theoretically, yes. In reality, not necessarily.

  • @phil-spinelli
    @phil-spinelli 5 месяцев назад

    I was wondering if a combination of GHK copper peptides and Tretinoin would be best, and weekly use of a Derma Roller?

  • @saradoherty3875
    @saradoherty3875 8 месяцев назад +1

    what about the new ordinary 0.2 retinal which is one step closer to retinoic acid any good?

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  8 месяцев назад

      I made a video about it, check the channel

  • @Wally1-d2q
    @Wally1-d2q Месяц назад

    I used 0.05% tretinoin and my face did not feel a thing. So I bought a few tubes of 0.1%. But skin felt raw and peeled. Think I shd just stick to 0.05%

    • @SomiChauhan-g9u
      @SomiChauhan-g9u 29 дней назад

      No stick to it week or month and let you skin adapt to it. And then increase it to 0.15, them .3 and so on

  • @saidafatema3955
    @saidafatema3955 Год назад +1

    Hyperpigmentation and brightness... best serum please suggest me..
    My age 23..
    Please answer me...

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +5

      Tretinoin 0.1% + Hydraquinone 4%

  • @rodiceiarodrigues1147
    @rodiceiarodrigues1147 3 месяца назад

    And what about for the body? We only hear about face, neck and chest.

  • @travv88
    @travv88 5 месяцев назад

    What about people using CPAP masks? I hear using tretinoin while using CPAP is bad?

  • @frankokrstic5385
    @frankokrstic5385 13 дней назад

    Can you explain to me why 0.05% tretinoin( prescribed by doctor) caused me huge cystic acne? Used it for 4 months( 3 times a week). After i stopped using it, my face is clean of acne and looks somehow normal. But now I have acne scars caused by cystic acnes.

  • @BrightAndBeautifulThings
    @BrightAndBeautifulThings 2 дня назад

    You talking about slapping people in the face made me laugh. 😂

  • @shelley4417
    @shelley4417 5 месяцев назад

    Retinol does nothing for me. I’m not too sure if perhaps I need a different type of Vit A

  • @LizzieWhiz
    @LizzieWhiz Год назад +2

    I am using Dermatica's Tretinoin 0.05% with 4% niacinamide. Well that is what it says on the tube which is sold for £26 15ml per month. Is it any good? I am Fitzpatrick skin type 02.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад

      Unfortunately I don't know where dermatica actually source their ingredients from so I can't say. I'd personally just use tret 0.1% on its own

    • @toriwoods9800
      @toriwoods9800 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@Dr_AbsCan you recommend a tretinoin to use please Dr?

  • @pragyasingh3884
    @pragyasingh3884 5 месяцев назад

    But many dermats say that Retinol is not good for dry skin. What are your views about this?

  • @Mudville_Jesu
    @Mudville_Jesu 4 месяца назад

    What about Cerave Retinol Serum?

  • @zarintasnim9313
    @zarintasnim9313 6 месяцев назад +1

    Doctor, please make a video of oily skincare routine.

  • @inquistive
    @inquistive 4 месяца назад

    #DrAbs - do you recommend that people should start on retinol for a while before using tretinoin or any of the other products you mention in order to get used to it?

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  4 месяца назад

      Can do, if happy with retinol then no need to upgrade either. But check my latest vid on removing every wrinkle.

  • @dulcemoutinho5820
    @dulcemoutinho5820 6 месяцев назад +1

    I use a 4 % retinol peeling from Mediderma. It makes wonders to the skin.

  • @Lol-r4i6y
    @Lol-r4i6y Год назад +1

    What are your opinions on polynucleotides such as nucleofill

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  Год назад +5

      Sunekos is better. Polynucleotides generally make collagen 1 3 4 7. 1 and 3 aren't difficult to make. 4 and 7 are crucial in antiageing etc but are very difficult to make. Sunekos makes them (+ elastin + fibronectin) in the maximal amount hence it's granted a patent for it. The fact no PN company markets by saying it makes the most says it all. Often, it's what the company doesn't say that's most important. Check out my antiageing lecture for a full and complete understanding of this.

  • @StanWatt.
    @StanWatt. 4 месяца назад

    l done, sir! That was an absolutely fucking splendid rant. :)

  • @sherylanne3808
    @sherylanne3808 6 месяцев назад

    What about Retinal. Is this a step up from Retinol?

  • @genesis650
    @genesis650 5 месяцев назад

    What about A313?

  • @Hdd697
    @Hdd697 8 месяцев назад +1

    Otherwise doctor, I recently stopped taking tretinoin (my skin tolerated it well, it's a shame) because it made me more tired and more vulnerable to certain viruses (often sick, especially after the 3 month purge phase )
    it's a shame...
    I have a fragile body but perfect skin....
    Have you ever heard of this type of side effect or problem with this medication?
    Sincerely
    Jack

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  8 месяцев назад +1

      I suspect the other problems were more to do with diet than the tretinoin, personally.

    • @Hdd697
      @Hdd697 8 месяцев назад +1

      @@Dr_Abs Well no because I have had an ultra-antioxidant diet for a long time...hence the youthfulness of my skin
      but thanks anyway for responding

    • @Hdd697
      @Hdd697 8 месяцев назад

      @@Dr_Abs (sorry for the translation if so)

  • @cawi8450
    @cawi8450 Год назад +6

    i discovered your channel right after i spent over 300 bucks for BS- skincare 😭 i‘m such a victim!

    • @M.I.R.K.A
      @M.I.R.K.A 6 месяцев назад

      What did you buy?

    • @cawi8450
      @cawi8450 6 месяцев назад

      @@M.I.R.K.A The whole line from Dr.Sams

    • @Marlene612
      @Marlene612 6 месяцев назад

      I did the same, OS-1 BS. But here we are today, building knowledge moving forward.

    • @Dr_Abs
      @Dr_Abs  6 месяцев назад +1

      I made a video specifically on OS-1. I'd advise you to watch it so you don't fall for the same marketing again in future 🙂

    • @Marlene612
      @Marlene612 6 месяцев назад +1

      @@Dr_Abs Your vid on it is why I know 💙

  • @elsagrace3893
    @elsagrace3893 4 месяца назад +1

    I found retinol and Adaptalene useless. Tretinoin works.

  • @GM-xo7yy
    @GM-xo7yy 5 месяцев назад +2

    The information is perfect but the horrible incessant unnecessary background beat is, horrible.

    • @cyclops9202
      @cyclops9202 5 месяцев назад

      I hate that trappy beat