Red and irritated skin after starting retinol = retinol purging! Retinol causes skin irritation at first for many people. It also causes oil and sebum to come to the surface of the skin, temporarily causing an increase in breakouts. ❇️Have a gentle skincare routine during purging to avoid inflammation. ❇️Use a gentle cleanser, hydrating moisturiser, and sunscreen during the day to have less irritation on your skin. ❇️Apply retinol at night and not during the day. ❇️The purging phase lasts for 2-6 weeks, but it varies from skin-to-skin. ⚠️It is advisable to consult a doctor if the purging lasts longer than that. #drgeetikamittalgupta #drgeetika #drg #dermapproved #drgapproved #drgrecommends #doctorapproved #doctorconsultation #doctorsofinstagram #doctorsofig #retinols #retinolpeel #serumretinol #retinalrevolution #retinolcream #hydrateskin #retinolskincare #porecleansing #retinolserum #skincareingredients #wrinklesbegone #skinhydration #skinproducts #skincareregimen #facialcare #cleanskin #skincareregime #antiwrinkle #antiaging #skincareproducts