Skin Glossary

Retin A is the brand name for the medication tretinoin. Retin A works by gently peeling the skin and helping to normalize skin cell turnover.

Rosacea is a type of acne characterized by facial redness, tiny pustules, papules and blood vessels. The cause is unknown and mainly affects people between the ages of 30-50. It commonly affects women but men are affected primarily with redness and enlargement of the nose.