Tretinoin is a topical medication derived from vitamin A that can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, lighten dark circles, and increase collagen production in the delicate skin under the eyes. However, it is important to use this topical correctly in order to see all of its benefits. Here are some positive and negative details about using tretinoin under the eyes:
Positive details:
- Using tretinoin as an under-eye treatment can help reduce fine lines and wrinkles, lighten dark circles, and increase collagen production in this sensitive area.
- Tretinoin accelerates the turnover of skin cells in the epidermis, promoting the growth of new, healthier cells which helps to improve the overall texture of the skin.
Negative details:
- Tretinoin gel (microsphere) is for use on skin only. Do not get tretinoin gel (microsphere) in your eyes.
- Avoid unprotected exposure to sunlight including sunlamps (UV light), when using tretinoin gel (microsphere) due to potential for increased photosensitization. Use sunscreen of at least SPF 15 and protective clothing during exposure.
- Avoid use of tretinoin gel (microsphere) with weather extremes, such as wind or cold due to potential for increased irritation.
- Individual sensitivity to tretinoin or retinoids can vary, so start slowly and pay attention to your skin’s response.
- Concomitant topical medication, medicated or abrasive soaps and cleansers, products that have a strong drying effect, products with high concentrations of alcohol, astringents, or spices should be used with caution because of possible interaction with tretinoin.
Ingredients or materials:
- Tretinoin Cream, USP (Emollient) 0.05% contains the active ingredient tretinoin in a cream base. Other components consist of butylated hydroxytoluene, citric acid monohydrate, dimethicone 50 cs, edetate disodium, fragrance, hydroxyoctacosanyl hydroxystearate, light mineral oil, methoxy PEG-22/dodecyl glycol copolymer, methylparaben, PEG-45/dodecyl glycol copolymer, purified water, quaternium-15, stearoxytrimethylsilane and stearyl alcohol, and sorbitol solution.
