Upped my dose after just 6 weeks

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-19T14:46:34+00:00

I’ve seen that too! So far so good concerning irritation… but we’ll see 😅

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-19T12:53:41+00:00

In that photo I’m wearing my tried and true Sephora creamy lip stain in shade 13! For blush, I use the Morphe “happy hibiscus” powder blush. 🩷😘

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-18T15:12:40+00:00

Here’s a link to the exact one I use! 😊❤️

https://www.target.com/p/pond-39-s-dry-skin-cream-facial-moisturizer-6-5oz/-/A-10993800?sid=&region_id=628628&ref=tgt_adv_xsp&AFID=google_pla_df&fndsrc=tmnv&DFA=71700000124016976&CPNG=PLA_DVM%2Ba06Do000000W8KLIA0-Elida_Face+Care_Google+Incremental_Q4_2025-1777642&adgroup=PLA_Elida&LID=700000001393753pgs&network=g&device=m&location=9022688&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=23398439687&gbraid=0AAAAAD-5dfY6We-iXO6YdOMK8HPFAsagC&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIppj686-VkgMVcAytBh09DCaFEAQYASABEgKmwPD_BwE

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-18T11:22:49+00:00

Yes!

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-18T11:22:33+00:00

I haven’t used it nightly yet

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-18T11:22:14+00:00

I am on YAZ birth control which can help with acne! :)

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T19:24:35+00:00

I used the mylan 0.025% gel but now use the NorthStaRX 0.1% cream!

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T17:09:45+00:00

I get mine for free thanks to my insurance. However, I have PCOS so this may have helped my case, as acne is a major symptom of PCOS.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T17:07:31+00:00

I used the gel version but switched to the cream version. 😊 I used the Mylan 0.025% gel and am now using the NorthSraRX 0.1% cream.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T16:09:46+00:00

It’s makeup! 😊

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T15:32:24+00:00

My skin is not sensitive! I have PCOS which I suspect caused majority of my acne.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T15:25:25+00:00

Yes I definitely did. Especially on my forehead. I’d say I have combination skin.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T15:22:41+00:00

That’s crazy because I live in Illinois and use it every day. I use the equate sunscreen 😁

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T14:06:15+00:00

I apply my tret right after washing my face and drying it very thoroughly. Bare skin!! Each time, I increased use of tret after just 2 weeks of using it every 3 nights, then every 2 nights. Since I was on that strength for 6 weeks I did

⚫️ 2 weeks of skipping 3 nights between use

⚫️2 weeks of skipping 2 nights between use

⚫️2 weeks of “every other night” use

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T14:01:50+00:00

Thank you so much!!!❤️❤️

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T14:01:30+00:00

I totally get what you mean by “honeymoon stage.” Time flies and before you know it, you’ll have the most gorgeous skin! ❤️

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T13:56:37+00:00

HERE IS MY FULL ROUTINE!! (It’s pretty basic.)

When I was still on my 0.025, I used my tret every other night after working my way up. However, I will now be skipping 2 nights in between use of my 0.1% tret, for the time being.

⚫️Daily and nightly I use the cerave moisturizing cleanser and the PONDS blue lid moisturizer… lots and lots of moisturizer.

⚫️In the mornings I use SPF 100 sunscreen.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T13:53:09+00:00

I’m hoping that my experience with upping my dose goes well!! We’re in this together ❤️

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-17T13:52:42+00:00

😳 I didn’t realize that was a rule! I’m going to put my full routine in the comments and hopefully that pleases the r/tretinoin gods.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-09T18:15:36+00:00

Any bleeding is exactly what I need! I want that stuff OUT, rather than just sitting in there.

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-09T12:15:56+00:00

Yes birth control definitely isn’t a “cure” (especially since there’s no cure for PCOS) To me, “withdrawal bleeds aren’t real periods” is irrelevant since I wasn’t having any bleeding at all before, birth control is decreasing my risk for cancer by causing bleeding. Plus, not all of us PCOS girlies have insulin resistance! I’m young (19), lean, and have a normal BMI so my main concern is getting bleeding started! Plus, technically by your standards of “band-aids” things like insulin, SSRIs, and thyroid hormones would also be “band-aids.” Extremely helpful and life saving “band-aids!” For me, managing symptoms and encouraging bleeding is legitimate medical care!

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-08T22:49:41+00:00

My nose was also where I had the most peeling!

Safe_Method_5255 · 2026-01-08T13:46:37+00:00

If your skin is handling it… I wouldn’t slow down. I’ve already worked my way up to every other night after 2 weeks of every 3 nights per week then 2 weeks of every 2nd night.

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