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How to Use Retin-A 0.05

Published Jul,18 2017 | By Heather Gloria

Retin-A, the brand name for the generic drug tretinoin, is a topical anti-acne medication dispensed in gel, cream or liquid form, in concentrations ranging from 0.025 to 0.1 percent. Retin-A 0.05 percent is a medium-strength formulation only available in cream form. According to dermatologist Andrea L.

Heather Gloria began writing professionally in 1990. Her work has appeared in several professional and peer-reviewed publications including "Nutrition in Clinical Practice." Gloria earned both a Bachelor of Science in food science and human nutrition from the University of Illinois. She also maintains the "registered dietitian" credential and her professional interests include therapeutic nutrition, preventive medicine and women's health.