Retinoidmedium risk Common irritant

Tretinoin

INCI · Tretinoin

Prescription-strength retinoic acid. Strong irritant — causes significant dryness, peeling, and redness. Contraindicated for eczema without dermatologist guidance.

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Why dermatologists flag it

NEA-listed retinoid — prescription strength; significant skin irritation risk

Names to look for on labels

Tretinoin appears under any of these names — manufacturers choose between INCI, common, and local-language terms freely.

TretinoinRetinoic AcidAll-trans retinoic acidRetin-Aट्रेटीनोइन

Common product categories

prescription acne treatmentprescription anti-aging cream

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