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How this is different than Differin? What is the % of retinol? Thanks

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Differin is the brand name for adapalene 0.1%, a synthetic retinoid. LRP also sells adapalene 0.1%. The difference in this is this product contains retinol, a derivative of vitamin A, and adapalene is a retinoid: the general term used for compounds that are vitamers of vitamin A. Retinol (what's in this product) to be effective has to be converted into retinoic acid by the skin by oxidizing retinol twice, adapalene on the other hand is instantly effective, making it far more potent. These compounds work by binding to the retinoid X receptor in turn (long story short) allowing general "anything" cells to become skin cells. This cream from what I've read is around 0.1% retinol, while diffirin gel (or LRP's adapalene) concentration of adapalene is also at 0.1%. Adapalene gram for gram is a more potent compound compared to retinol and will give you results far more quicker. Of course, due to this adapalene is harsher on the skin. Adapalene (contrary to common belief) is also effective as an anti-aging ingredient on top of being an anti-acne treatment and is a great OTC choice for addressing both concerns.

Finally, Julia wrote some wrong information first starting with the name of adapalene and what adapalene is. Great try though!

Question 2

What is the difference between this cream and the serum?

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HI there, thank you for your interest in our products. Both of these products reduces wrinkles and leaves the skin soft and luminous. If you have never used a retinol we recommend to start with our Retinol B3 Serum.

Question 3

Would this work in conjunction with effaclar system?

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You can use this anti-aging serum along with La Roche-Posay Effaclar Acne Treatment System at nighttime. However, we would first recommend trying layering the products together on a small patch of skin, on the side of the neck below the ear, to test your skin's individual response to the combination of the active ingredients. To use together, apply the cleanser first, followed by the toner, then Redermic R and finally Effaclar Duo on affected areas.

Question 4

How long before you see reduction in wrinkles after using la roche-posay redermic r intensive?  i apply twice daily, morning and evening.

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Hi there! Thank you for your interest. This product is clinically proven reduction in wrinkles at 8 weeks. We hope you share your results and feedback with us!

Asin	B005OMZW48
Best Sellers Rank	#584 in Face Moisturizers
Department	YES
Item Model Number	M37981
Manufacturer	La Roche-Posay
Product Dimensions	6.3 x 1.97 x 1.38 inches; 1.1 pounds

Redermic R Retinol Face Cream, Anti Aging, 1oz

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