How to Hack Tretinoin to Make it Work 10x Better | Derm Office Hours | Dr. Sam Ellis

Okay, if Tretinoin has ever made you feel like your face is literally peeling off, you’re not alone … and listen, you’re not doing it wrong because you’re weak—you’re doing it wrong because no one taught you the dermatologist method.Today in Derm Office Hours, I’m giving you the exact ‘start plan’ I give to my patients. This is my cheat sheet: how to pick the right strength for YOU, how to ramp up, how to layer, what to avoid, and how to know if you skin is purging or just irritated. My goal is simple: you get all the glorious benefits—less acne, fine lines, texture—without the misery.And of course stay tuned till the end which is the troubleshooting portion of this video bc afterall this is Derm Office hours, so I’m also going to be answering some of your personal questions from the comment section to help us problem solve, together. SHOP: Multi-Quench Plumping Hydration Serum*: https://rstyle.me/+A6QpH0eqs_qVXjIAhnCsEw Prequel Barrier Therapy Skin Protectant Cream*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-41872063 RHODE SKIN | Barrier Butter Intensive Moisture Balm*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-29517573 LA ROCHE-POSAY - Toleriane Ultra Cream*: https://go.shopmy.us/p-50804619 (use code: DRELLIS for 15% off) My Makeup: Foundation* (mix shades 3+4): https://go.shopmy.us/p-23519400 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) Concealer* (shade - Drift): https://go.shopmy.us/p-50802808 Blush* (shade - Petal): https://go.shopmy.us/p-50802652 Bronzer* (shade - Luminous Bronze Light): https://go.shopmy.us/p-50802908 Eyeliner* (shade - Chocolate): https://go.shopmy.us/p-35878764 Mascara* (shade - Brownish Black): https://tinyurl.com/3wfha7tf Brow gel* (shade - Taupe): https://go.shopmy.us/p-50803308 Lip liner* (shade - Paint My Number): https://go.shopmy.us/p-37909693 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) Lip gloss* (shade - Pistachio): https://go.shopmy.us/p-37909437 (Use code: DRELLIS15 for 15% off) WATCH MORE: The Skincare Products I Recommend THE MOST:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iGBIxwOxfWU Make Your Retinoids Work BETTER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=snaRz7Khjx0&t=7s CONNECT WITH ME: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drsamanthaellis/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drsamanthaellis Website: https://www.mybeautymd.com/ DISCLAIMER: The information in this video is not intended as medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician. Prequel is my skincare brand. Some of the links in this description may be affiliate links (marked with *). Affiliate links help support my YouTube channel so I can continue to create educational skincare videos for you. Also, some products may have been received as PR. Thanks for watching!