retin-a wait after washing face

External Since: Aug 07, 2003 Posts: 3

I've read some interesting posts recently in retin-a especially the
Anti-Aging Skincare FAQ.

However, just one question about retin-a. The instructions tell you to
wait 20-30 minutes after washing your face before applying the cream.
Is there a reason for this? Will the cream work as well if you only
leave a gap of a few minutes?

I find that if I wait 20 minutes, not only is it inconvenient (because
I have to remember to wash my face early) but my skin becomes quite
dry, due to not having any moisturisers or creams on it.

Any advice would be appreciated.

External Since: Aug 27, 2003 Posts: 182

brighton mark wrote:
>
> I've read some interesting posts recently in retin-a especially the
> Anti-Aging Skincare FAQ.
>
> However, just one question about retin-a. The instructions tell you to
> wait 20-30 minutes after washing your face before applying the cream.
> Is there a reason for this? Will the cream work as well if you only
> leave a gap of a few minutes?
>
> I find that if I wait 20 minutes, not only is it inconvenient (because
> I have to remember to wash my face early) but my skin becomes quite
> dry, due to not having any moisturisers or creams on it.
>
> Any advice would be appreciated.

nah..apply after a couple of minutes..when the skin is still slightly moist.