A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g)

A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g) is a prescription topical gel that contains tretinoin 0.025% in each 20 g tube. Tretinoin is a retinoid, a vitamin A–derived medicine used mainly to treat acne by helping unclog pores and improve skin cell turnover. Doctors may also use tretinoin gel to help improve the appearance of fine lines, rough skin, and some dark marks caused by acne. A Ret Gel 0.025% is the lower-strength option in this product line and is often chosen when a gentler start is needed.

How it works: Tretinoin works by speeding up skin cell turnover so dead skin cells are less likely to clog pores. In gel form, A Ret Gel 0.025% spreads easily on the skin and delivers tretinoin directly to the affected area.

A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g) is the mildest strength among the A Ret Gel options you listed, compared with A Ret Gel 0.05% (20 g) and A Ret Gel 0.1% (20 g). Doctors may choose this strength for people who are new to tretinoin, have sensitive skin, or need a slower, better-tolerated start before moving to a stronger gel if needed. It may feel less irritating at first, but it still needs careful, regular use because even the lower strength can cause dryness and peeling.

• Acne vulgaris
• Blackheads and whiteheads
• Clogged pores
• Rough skin texture
• Post-acne marks
• Fine lines from sun-damaged skin

• Use only on the skin; do not swallow A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g).
• Apply a pea-sized amount in a thin layer to clean, completely dry skin, usually at night.
• Avoid the eyes, lips, corners of the nose, and broken or sunburned skin.
• Wash your hands after applying the gel.
• Use sunscreen during the day, because tretinoin can make skin more sun-sensitive.
• If your doctor told you to start slowly, use it less often at first and follow that plan exactly.

Each tube of A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g) contains tretinoin 0.025%, which is the lower-strength gel in this product range. It is usually applied once daily, most often at bedtime, but your doctor may tell you to use it less often at first if your skin is sensitive. Do not use more than prescribed or apply it more than once a day unless your clinician specifically instructs you to do so.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Tretinoin may include:

• Dry skin
• Peeling or flaking
• Redness
• Mild burning or stinging
• Itching
• Increased skin sensitivity to sunlight

• Use only as directed on the face or other treated areas; do not use on eczema, sunburn, or raw skin unless your doctor says so.
• A Ret Gel 0.025% can still irritate skin, even though it is the lower-strength option compared with 0.05% and 0.1%.
• Avoid waxing, harsh scrubs, abrasive cleansers, and other irritating acne products unless your doctor approves them.
• Use sunscreen and limit sun exposure because tretinoin increases photosensitivity.
• Do not apply over large areas or use extra amounts to speed results; more gel can mean more irritation, not better results.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, because tretinoin use should be discussed carefully.
• Keep the gel away from the eyes, mouth, and mucous membranes.

• Other topical retinoids or acne medicines
• Benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, alpha hydroxy acids, or sulfur-containing products if used at the same time without medical guidance
• Astringents, alcohol-based toners, and products with strong drying effects
• Medications or treatments that make skin more sensitive to light
• Waxing, depilatories, or laser/peel procedures on treated skin

Store A Ret Gel 0.025% (20 g) at room temperature, tightly closed, and keep it away from heat, moisture, and direct light.