MENARINI TRETINOIN GEL USP 0.025%

KSh1,380

Menarini A-Ret Tretinoin Gel 0.025% is a gentler, prescription-strength retinoid that supports acne treatment and skin renewal by increasing cell turnover. Its olive-based gel offers a more hydrating feel compared to traditional alcohol gels, making it a solid option for those new to tretinoin. Use at night, start slowly, and always pair with sunscreen during the day.

Key Ingredients & Their Benefits

Tretinoin (0.025%): A retinoid (all-trans retinoic acid) that increases skin cell turnover, helps clear acne, smoothens texture, and can reduce fine lines over time.
Propylene Glycol: Acts as a humectant to help the gel spread evenly and stay hydrated on the skin.
PEG-4 Olivate & PEG-7 Olive Oil Esters: Provide a more emollient base (derived from olive), giving the gel a smoother, less drying feel.
Carbomer & Triethanolamine: These help form and stabilize the gel texture.
Preservatives (Methyl / Propyl Hydroxybenzoate): Maintain the gel’s stability and prevent microbial growth.

Product Features & Usage

Prescription-strength retinoid: 0.025% is a lower / beginner-friendly tretinoin concentration, often recommended when starting retinoid therapy.
Gel formulation: The olive-oil based gel feels more moisturising and may be more tolerable than alcohol-based gels. Users describe a milky or slightly creamy gel rather than a purely clear gel.
Improves skin renewal: Encourages shedding of old skin cells, helping clear acne and improve skin texture with consistent use.

How to Use

Use at night, on clean, dry skin. Wait a few minutes after washing to apply.
Apply a pea-sized amount (or a thin layer) to the treatment area.
Start slowly: Beginners often begin with every other night and increase frequency as tolerated.
Follow with a moisturiser after the gel dries to reduce irritation.
In the morning, use a broad-spectrum sunscreen, since tretinoin makes skin more sensitive to UV.