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If you’re looking to level up your skincare routine, a compounded tretinoin cream might be the right way to go. Of course, cleansing and moisturizing are important for keeping fine lines and wrinkles at bay, but you should also consider a potent anti-aging treatment. In this post, we will discuss what tretinoin is, how it works, and why compounding this treatment could be a great option for your skin. What is Tretinoin? Tretinoin is also known as retinoic acid. Retinoic acid is a derivative of vitamin A that helps treat fine lines, wrinkles, dark spots, and acne. While the ingredient cannot erase deeper wrinkles you might have had for a long time, it can certainly help with more surface-level wrinkles. Many patients also use tretinoin starting in their early 20s as a preventative measure against future creases. Since wrinkles are a natural part of aging, you cannot prevent all of them from forming — but with tretinoin, your skin will have a great fighting chance. Why Does it Work? Retinoic acid works for a number of reasons: It promotes rapid skin exfoliation It stimulates collagen and elastin production Exfoliation refers to the shedding of dead skin cells. Your skin naturally …

Bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) is one of the most popular requests we receive at our compounding pharmacy today. Naturally, if you are just beginning this treatment (or thinking of bringing it up to your doctor), you will have lots of questions. Many patients often ask, “How long after applying hormone cream can I shower?” In this post, we will address the topic of hormone creams and aftercare, including how long you need to wait before showering or swimming. What are BHRT Creams? Hormone creams are a popular way to undergo BHRT treatment. As the name suggests, this is a topical treatment. You apply the compounded cream, and your skin absorbs the hormones into your bloodstream. Since the hot flashes, night sweats, dizziness, depression, and vaginal dryness can be debilitating, many patients choose this option since it is one of the easiest ways to receive estrogen or progesterone therapy.  Once your doctor decides that you are an eligible candidate for BHRT, they will determine the correct dosing for you. Your doctor will need to determine how much estrogen or progesterone you need. The dosages are customized to you and your symptoms, whether they are mild or severe. Once they do, …