Friend definition, a person attached to another by feelings of affection or personal regard. See more.
The two are often believed to be interchangeable, but the main difference is that retinol is eventually converted into retinoic acid. Retinol is a natural form of vitamin A, while Retin-A is derived from retinoic acid, a synthetic derivative of vitamin A, and considered pharmaceutical.
My Derm wont prescribe Retin A, only Retiniol. I've heard some of you ladies say that Retinol is much weaker than Retin A, correct? Well, my dermatologist wont prescribe Retin A for anyone, they only prescribe Retinol. Can I ask my regular GP for a perscription of Retin A? Has anyone ever done that? Do GPs have an issue with that?