Why am I irritated with Refissa/tretinoin and what can I do?

Dr. Irwin

August 17, 2010

There are so many Retin A type products out that it’s confusing isn’t it?  All these products have the same active ingredient – tretinoin.  Tretinoin is prescription and comes in...

Should I use Renova during the summer?

Dr. Irwin

August 13, 2010

If you have an indoor job and really aren’t outside much in the summer, it’s fine to keep using it. If you are outdoors frequently, I usually recommend stopping or...

I have acne around my mouth. Can a dermatologist help?

Dr. Irwin

August 13, 2010

Yes, yes, and yes!!!    A good dermatologist should be able to help you with this.  Sometimes, the problem is the hormone spikes that occur in women around the time of...

Could these bumps on my forehead be molluscum?

Dr. Irwin

July 22, 2010

I really think you should go to a dermatologist who is covered on your plan if you don’t want to pay out of pocket for medical care. An accurate diagnosis is...

Would subscision followed with Fraxel be a good approach for my acne scarring?

Dr. Irwin

July 19, 2010

It’s hard to know about his specific office but he’s definitely well qualified and experienced.  He’s also board certified – a must!  I also agree with his approach of subscision followed...

Eyelashes in Summer

Dr. Irwin

July 8, 2010

If you’re not already using Latisse, it’s a good time to think about it. Once it really takes effect, which takes about a month, you may not even feel like...

When can I go back to tretinoin after having a rash on my face?

Dr. Irwin

June 21, 2010

This is good question.  Generally, what I tell my patients is that it takes the skin almost a full month to repair itself after an injury like a serious rash,...

Does Differin gel have the same benefits as Renova, etc.?

Dr. Irwin

June 16, 2010

Pretty much!  They are very close since they all are in the same class of medications called retinoids which are vitamin A cousins.  The Differin is a good choice for...

Is Accutane okay to take?

Dr. Irwin

June 12, 2010

No, I really don’t.  There’s no question that Accutane is a serious medication and the FDA guidelines must be followed absolutely to the letter.  If they are, side effects and...

Would fractionated carbon dioxide laser be helpful for me with acne scars?

Dr. Irwin

June 3, 2010

It’s a bit difficult without being able to see you or knowing your age.  But, yes, usually the fractionated CO2 is more effective than the Fraxel Restore for acne scarring. ...