Question 1

Doc, I'm 37 and dealing with oily skin that has pits. I've got my acne under control now, thankfully. I've been applying vitamin C serum for about 21 months, and it's helped a lot with the pits. For nine months now, I've also been using Retino A 0.05 as an anti-aging treatment, and it's been going pretty smoothlyno irritation, redness, or peeling.

Here's my routine: 
- Morning: face wash, Cetaphil, vitamin C serum, and then sunscreen.
- Night: Plum aloe vera face wash, pea-sized Retino A 0.05, Olay serum, and ending with Sebamed Q10 cream.

So, could you tell me if my routine's good as is, or if I should change or add anything else? How safe is it to use tretinoin for extended periods? And I'm looking for a good sunscreen recommendation that works for oily skin. Appreciate your insight!

Accepted Answer

Your routine looks good, but consider these adjustments:

1. _Face wash_: Cetaphil is gentle, but you may benefit from a foaming face wash for oily skin, like Neutrogena Hydrating Facial Cleanser.
2. _Sunscreen_: Switch to a lightweight, oil-free sunscreen (see recommendations below).
3. _Nighttime routine_: Consider replacing Olay serum with a niacinamide serum to enhance skin brightness and reduce inflammation.

*Tretinoin Long-Term Use*

Tretinoin (Retino-A 0.05) can be used long-term, but:

1. _Monitor skin_: Regularly assess your skin for signs of irritation, dryness, or sensitivity.
2. _Adjust frequency_: If you experience irritation, reduce the frequency of application or switch to a lower concentration.
3. _Sun protection_: Continue using sunscreen with at least SPF 30 to prevent UV-induced damage.

*Sunscreen Recommendations for Oily Skin*

1. _Neutrogena Sheer Zinc Dry-Touch Sunscreen_: SPF 50, zinc-based, and non-greasy.
2. _La Roche-Posay Anthelios Melt-In Sunscreen Milk_: SPF 60, lightweight, and oil-free.
3. _EltaMD UV Clear Broad-Spectrum SPF 46_: Fragrance-free, oil-free, and suitable for sensitive skin.

Question 2

I'm experiencing some red rashes on my skin and my scrotum has been really dry and itchy with some skin peeling. I've heard of something called red scrotum syndrome and I'm wondering if that's what this could be. Could you help me figure out what's going on?

Accepted Answer

Visit Dermatologist for evaluation and appropriate management

Question 3

I've been using Panderm Plus for a couple of years and recently took a break from it. Almost immediately, I started getting pimples. I checked in with a doctor who recommended some tablets. I'm curiouswhat might the side effects be, how can I avoid them, and how long might it take for my skin to clear up?

Accepted Answer

Clinsol gel for local application is advised for 3-6 weeks.

what is acne prone skin

Oily skin

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