Women's Health may earn commission from the links on this page, but we only feature products we believe in. Why Trust Us?Psst: Can I let you in on a little secret? I’m a beauty editor who doesn’t have clear skin. And in my never-ending quest for a flawless complexion, I’ve been using tretinoin face cream for a few months. The popular retinoid accelerates skin cell turnover to minimize my acne, fine lines, and hyperpigmentation. While it has helped my original concerns, a few others have popped up in their place. Namely, the retinoid uglies of sensitivity, dryness, redness, and flakiness have become the bane of my existence. Since my usual skincare products aren’t nourishing enough for my newly-sensitive skin, I chatted with doctors to find the right at-home solution. Turns out that using a moisturizer for sensitive skin hydrates and protects. It manages symptoms like dryness and redness, making our skin more balanced and less prone to sensitivity, says dermatologist Dr. Tiffany Libby,...
