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Why Your Tretinoin Is NOT Working (And How to Fix It) | Derm Explains

May 8, 2026 · 9.5K views

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DescriptionTretinoin is the gold standard in anti-aging skincare, but most people are using it WRONG! In this video, I'm walking you through what tretinoin is actually supposed to do at a cellular level, the three most common reasons it's not delivering results, and a dermatologist-approved reset routine to start fresh. Spoiler: More
Tretinoin is the gold standard in anti-aging skincare, but most people are using it WRONG! In this video, I'm walking you through what tretinoin is actually supposed to do at a cellular level, the three most common reasons it's not delivering results, and a dermatologist-approved reset routine to start fresh. Spoiler: an over-the-counter version might actually get you better results with fewer side effects!! Sign up for my Personal Newsletter HERE https://thebudgetderm.myflodesk.com/personal-letters Products Mentioned In This Video : Favorite Over-the-counter Retinoids: Best Budget Retinaldehyde for Beginners: https://amzlink.to/az0YSrOF0U43Q Favorite Retinal for sensitive skin: https://amzlink.to/az0y0gN5w8nuq Best all-around Retinal Serum: https://go.shopmy.us/p-56961658 Favorite Retinol night cream: https://amzlink.to/az0hStw0KBzA8 Skin Barrier Products I love: Avene Cicaflate for skin barrier repair: https://amzlink.to/az0Nhbs7d0LqS Avene Tolerance Cream: https://amzlink.to/az0NUzeRFYAiD Illiyoon Ceramide Ato Concentrate Cream: https://amzlink.to/az0Nqx521FeEW Soon Jung Barrier Intensive Cream: https://amzlink.to/az0rgW3Xw05u4 The Inkey List Bio-Active Ceramide: https://amzlink.to/az0LFebE5kvsR Chapters: 00:00 Intro 0:55 What Tretinoin Is Supposed To Be Doing 02:26 Why Tretinoin is NOT Working 06:32 How To Do a Retinoid Reset Shop My Skincare Storefront: https://shopmy.us/thebudgetdermatologist Shop My Amazon Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/t

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