Retin-A 0.04% Micro Gel

a topical product from bausch health

Retin-A 0.04% Micro Gel by Bausch Health is a topical treatment for acne vulgaris, containing 0.04% Tretinoin. It is designed to prevent and clear up pimples, whiteheads, and blackheads. The product is supplied in a 50g pump pack for ease of application and is particularly useful for oily skin due to its oil-free microsphere gel formulation. The active ingredient, Tretinoin, is a metabolite of Vitamin A that modifies skin cell behavior, preventing clogged pores and promoting the shedding of old skin cells while encouraging new skin growth. The gel also contains benzyl alcohol, butylated hydroxytoluene, carbomer 934P, carbomer 974P, cyclomethicone, dimethicone copolyol, disodium EDTA, glycerin, PPG-20 methyl glucose ether distearate, propylene glycol, purified water, sorbic acid, and trolamine.

Ingredients

Tretinoin 0.04%

$239 / 50 grams

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community DHT and 5AR respect post, it's importance within the brain

in Research/Science 111 upvotes 8 months ago

The conversation discusses whether to use finasteride for hair loss, considering its role in inhibiting DHT and 5AR, which can affect brain function and mood. Some users report anxiety and depression from finasteride, while others do not experience these side effects and emphasize the importance of DHT for brain and prostate health.

community Surgeon prescribing me a spray mix of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine. Any advice???

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 75 upvotes 4 years ago

A user's experience with using a combination of Dutasteride, Finasteride, Minoxidil, Retinol and Caffeine as hair loss treatment before getting a hair transplant. The conversation includes various opinions on the efficacy and availability of this mix.

community Anyone else growing tired of the finasteride wars?

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 169 upvotes 1 year ago

The conversation is about differing experiences with finasteride for hair loss, with some users reporting side effects and others not, and the debate over the drug's safety and effectiveness. Specific treatments mentioned include finasteride, dutasteride, and topical finasteride.

community If you’re sitting there wondering, “I’m losing my hair, what do I do?” then read my advice here. I’ve been fighting the fight for 7 years, with great success. (pictures included)

in Question 106 upvotes 11 years ago

Fighting hair loss with "The Big 3" treatments of Propecia, Rogaine and Nizoral shampoo, as well as specific advice on how to use these products. People have shared their long-term success stories and some have discussed the side effects of finasteride. Other suggestions included Lipogaine and Pura D'or Hair Loss Prevention Therapy Shampoo & Conditioner.

community U.S Court let Merck hide secrets about Finasteride.

in Finasteride/Dutasteride 303 upvotes 1 year ago

Hair loss discussion involving finasteride's side effects and effectiveness. Users shared mixed experiences, with some reporting side effects and others seeing positive results.

community NW4 -> NW 2.5 (2.5 months progress) RU 8.5-9% ED and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% once a week.

in Progress Pictures 108 upvotes 1 year ago

User shows hair loss progress from NW4 to NW2.5 in 2.5 months using RU 8.5-9% daily and topical Dut .1% + RU 5% weekly. Discussion includes managing tension in African American hair and representation of different hair types.

community Has anybody tried retinol (not Retin A aka tretinoin) combined with minoxidil?

in Treatment 21 upvotes 2 years ago

The conversation is about someone who had success using retinol with minoxidil for hair growth, but experienced shedding with Retin A (tretinoin). They are asking if others have tried retinol with minoxidil and what their results were.

community Dermarolling and Min are proven to be the absolute best way to get new hairs, there is no comparison.

in Microneedling 127 upvotes 2 years ago

Fin and minoxidil, in combination with dermarolling, as an effective path for hair growth. The post also provides advice about needle depth and frequency, as well as other treatments (foam and oral) which may be beneficial.

community First three are before, last 3 are after. Almost 8 months in. Fin, Min, RU every day, Nizoral twice a week. almost at the finish line 🙏🙏🙏only thing is the crown is being stubborn. hoping it keeps improving.

in Progress Pictures 187 upvotes 3 years ago

User shared 8-month progress using Fin, Min, RU daily and Nizoral twice a week for hair loss. Experienced shedding, but saw improvement and gained hope.

community What’s your nuclear protocol???

in Chat 19 upvotes 1 year ago

People discussed their intense hair loss treatments, including the use of dutasteride, RU58841, minoxidil, tretinoin, essential oils, microneedling, and various topical sprays. Some users reported success with these methods in preventing hair loss and stimulating hair growth.

community Tretinoin potentially can make hair loss worse ?

in Research/Science 6 upvotes 2 years ago

Tretinoin may worsen hair loss by inducing premature hair follicle regression. It can be used with minoxidil to increase absorption but should not be used alone.

community I'm about to order some retinol and azelaic acid from the ordinary

in Product 44 upvotes 4 years ago

The conversation discusses using retinol to enhance minoxidil's effectiveness for hair loss, with a user considering The Ordinary's 0.5% retinol and seeking advice on azelaic acid concentration. Other users suggest using tretinoin instead and consider pre-formulated products combining minoxidil, tretinoin, and azelaic acid, but the original poster has not seen improvement from dermarolling.

community 21 y/o male Fin/min/ketoconazole 3.5 month before and after… 1 mg 3x per week, just recently upped to 1 mg daily. Minoxidil application once before bed and keto shampoo couple times a week. zero sides. Regrowth?

in Is this regrowth? 64 upvotes 1 year ago

A 21 year old male who has been taking finasteride, minoxidil and ketoconazole for 3.5 months with minimal side effects and successful hair regrowth. Genetics also seem to play a role in the user's hair loss.

community Progress since may 27, 2021. HairCAFE routine, DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, topical stemoxydine and alfatradiol 50/50 mix with tretinoin in the morning.

in Progress Pictures 24 upvotes 3 years ago

User started DUT 3 times a week, topical minoxidil/tretinoin at night, and topical stemoxydine/alfatradiol mix with tretinoin in the morning for hair loss. They experienced significant progress and no side effects, crediting a YouTuber for encouragement.

community About 9 Months on Topical Fin/Min

in Progress Pictures 585 upvotes 3 years ago

User shares 9-month progress using topical Fin/Min formula (10% Min, 0.1% Fin) for hair loss, with significant improvement in crown area. Others discuss experiences, side effects, and application methods for the treatment.

community Almost 8 months. 40 years old. Owe it all to this sub.

in Progress Pictures 815 upvotes 1 year ago

A 40-year-old man successfully regrew his hair in 8 months using 0.5mg Dutasteride, 2.5 oral minoxidil, minoxidil foam twice a day, derma rolling/stamping twice a week, and retinol serum. The community praised his progress, asked about his routine, and shared their own experiences.

community Impressed by the progress but think it’s time to go for the transplant?

in Progress Pictures 288 upvotes 9 months ago

The user started taking 2.5mg minoxidil tablets daily and reduced their finasteride dose to 0.5mg due to side effects. They are considering a hair transplant but are unsure if they should proceed now or wait after seeing the effects of the reduced finasteride dosage.

community Let's discuss experimental - RU58841, Dutasteride, and Others

6 upvotes 9 years ago

Discussing and researching different treatments for hair loss, including RU58841, Dutasteride, Spironolactone, Retin-A, Stemoxydine (Neogenic), Copper peptides, Superoxide Dismutase, NANO, and Eucapil.

community Tretinoin can enhance the skin permeability of Minoxidil approximately 3-fold at 0.05%[24] and itself has some hair regrowth properties.

7 upvotes 9 years ago

The conversation discusses enhancing Minoxidil absorption for hair loss treatment using Tretinoin and MSM (Methylsulfonylmethane). The user is seeking sources for Tretinoin and mentions MSM's potential to improve the absorption of topical agents.

community Boys I am just a gonner. What on earth is my scalp even going through. Looks like world war 3. Pyril 3 months. Topical melitonin/progesterone/fin, dut, fin, oral min, laser trash, anus stimulation. Nothing. Donor area is decimated 😂.

in Progress Pictures 83 upvotes 2 years ago

Treating Seborrheic Dermatitis, a fungal scalp condition which can cause hair loss. Treatments discussed include antifungal shampoos, cold showers, exfoliating the scalp, taking Vitamin D, and stimulating the prostate through the anus.

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