IMAX 0.05% Tretinoin

Tretinoin Cream 0.05% is used to treat acne, scaly skin, fine lines, and wrinkles.

Tretinoin works best when used within a skin care program that includes protecting the treated skin from the sun. Tretinoin is made from Vitamin A (which is also known as a "retinoid"). Tretinoin may cause side effects like peeling, itching, and redness, so it is important to acclimate to this product.

Watch Dr. Kelly Bomer's Anti-Aging Series Video: How to Apply Retinol, to learn how to acclimate to Retinol products, and make sure to read the directions on the How To Use tab.

Tretinoin is available by prescription. You must be a Rejuvent Skincare Patient to purchase it. Please fill out an order request to order.

The IMAX Tretinoin 0.05% is a prescription product and very strong. If you never used a Tretinoin product, you should consult your doctor first. If you need to start with a lower percentage, IMAX Tretinoin is also available in a stronger 0/0.1% formulation - IMAX Tretinoin 0.1% as well as in a lower 0/025% formulation: IMAX 0.025% Tretinoin

If you would like to start with an OTC (over-the-counter) Retinol product, some to consider are Revision Skincare Retinol Complete, Alastin Skincare Renewal Retinol, and SkinMedica Retinol Complex.

For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If excessive irritation develops, discontinue use and consult your physician.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, discontinue the use of Retinol products.

You must use sunscreen during the day when using this product. We recommend EltaMD sunscreens, Alastin SilkSHIELD, Revision Skincare Intellishade Clear, or Intellishade Original or Matte.

Watch Dr. Kelly Bomer's Anti-Aging Series Video: How to Apply Retinol, to learn how to acclimate to Retinol products.

You must use sunscreen during the day when using this product. We recommend EltaMD sunscreens, Alastin SilkSHIELD, Revision Skincare Intellishade Clear, or Intellishade Original or Matte.

Follow your doctor’s instructions and recommendations on how to use this product.

Retinol is our most powerful skin rejuvenator. It exfoliates, tightens pores, thickens the dermis (deeper layer of the skin), reduces wrinkles, and increases the ability of the skin to build and maintain higher levels of hyaluronic acid.

Retinol requires acclimation initially and can cause irritation, dryness, itchiness , peeling and overall sensitivity if not apply correctly in accordance to your skin’s sensitivity.

If you are new to retinol, you should start with a low concentration and when the skin gets acclimated then you can work your way to something of higher concentration.

Directions for use:

1. Cleanse the skin and apply Retinol to DRY skin. Use Retinol at night only
2. Start with 1/2 pea size of Retinol and apply on outer face first and then work inward, avoid the corners of the eyes, nose and mouth, wait few minutes and then apply moisturizer.
3. Apply product twice a week and slowly increase to every night over a month or two as your skin get acclimated and gradually increasing the amount of product to ½ pea size to around dime size.
4. ALWAYS use a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher during the day when using retinol . Retinol increases sun sensitivity and irritation can occur.
5. When skin gets acclimated, AM usage can be effective, but only using it correctly can give you rejuvenating effects.
6. The neck reacts differently to retinol compared to the face. Side effects are itchy and red bumps when scratched, peeling, dryness, and redness. Retinol can rejuvenate the neck as well, when tolerated. Be careful when starting retinol on the face to not pull it onto the neck without it being a planned event. Proceed with gentle acclimation over months and careful to avoid scratching if itchy. Scratching will create red bumps that take about 2 weeks to resolve.

Watch Dr. Bomer’s Anti-Aging Retinol video above and learn how you should apply Retinol products

For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If excessive irritation develops discontinue use and consult your physician.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, discontinue the use of Retinol products.

Tretinoin 0.05%, Stearic Acid, Isoprpyl Myristate, Polyoxyl 40 Stearate, Stearyl Alcohol, Xanthan Gum, Sorbic Acid, Butylated Hydroxytoluene, Purified Water.

Ingredients may change, refer to packaging for the most current information.

For external use only. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid contact with eyes. If excessive irritation develops discontinue use and consult your physician.

If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, discontinue the use of Retinol products.

You must use sunscreen during the day when using this product. We recommend EltaMD sunscreens, Alastin SilkSHIELD, Revision Skincare Intellishade Clear, or Intellishade Original or Matte.

What is the difference between Tretinoin 0.025%, Tretinoin 0.05%, and Tretinoin 0.1%?

The 0.1% is the strongest version with a higher concentration of Retinoic acid, while the 0.05% is the medium strength version, and the 0.025% is the lowest strength version.

What is the best way to acclimate to a strong retinol?

Start with a lower dose and build your tolerance up. Usually, you start with a light concentration of Retinol. Once you are acclimated to that, and your skin is no longer getting irritated, you can then acclimate to the stronger retinol twice a week, then three times a week, and build up over the course of a few months until you can use it every night.

With this strong retinol cream, you might peel and have redness even if you acclimate.

Retinol is the most rejuvenating ingredient, BUT consistency is key. Find the best Retinol your skin can tolerate and the results will be visible.

What is the difference between Retinol and Tretinoin?

They are very different. Tretinoin contains Retinoic Acid and is sometimes referred to as Retin-A (Retin-A is a brand name, same as Refissa). Tretinoin is sold only by prescription. Retinol is a milder ingredient with fewer side effects.

Is Retinol or Tretinoin better for your skin?
Both are designed to create peeling and exfoliate dead skin, both will accelerate cell turnover, both can help with acne, and both can help boost collagen production. Retinol is usually the better option for sensitive skin, dry, mature, and sensitized skin. Tretinoin is faster acting than Retinol, but not everyone will appreciate its side effects. Tretinoin is excellent for acne-prone customers and skin that requires a stronger treatment. If your doctor prescribed Tretinoin, you should follow their advice as your doctor has seen you and has a better understanding of your skin needs.

What are the side effects of Tretinoin?

Skin irritation, itching, burning, stinging, redness, discoloration, dryness, flaking, sensitivity to sunlight, sensitivity to cold and/or wind.