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Compare Avage vs. Renova

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  • Tazarotene cream
    Renova (tretinoin)
  • Tazarotene cream
    Renova (tretinoin)

  • Summary of Avage vs. Renova

    Summary for Retinoid
    Prescription only

    Tazarotene 0.1% cream is a prescription topical retinoid that helps smooth fine wrinkles and lessens skin discoloration on the face. It's applied onto the face every evening. This medication is typically used along with a complete skin care routine, which includes sunscreen, and sun-protective clothing. Side effects of the tazarotene cream include skin peeling and redness. It can also raise your risk for sunburns. The brand name for this medication, Avage, is discontinued, but there's a generic version of the cream that's still available. <br> Note: There are other tazarotene creams that are available for specifically treating acne and plaque psoriasis.

    Summary for Retinoic acid derivative
    Prescription only

    Renova is a topical retinoid that contains tretinoin 0.02% cream. Renova (tretinoin) can ease fine facial wrinkles, in addition to the regular use of sunscreen and sun-protective clothing. But it won't help get rid of deep wrinkles or hyperpigmentation from years of sun damage. Renova (tretinoin) is applied to the face once daily in the evening. This medication commonly causes skin irritation and peeling as side effects. Renova is a prescription medication that's brand name only and not available as a generic.

  • Indications of Avage vs. Renova

    Indications for
    •Fine wrinkles on the face
    •Skin discoloration (dark spots or light spots) on the face
    Indications for
    •Lessen the look of fine face wrinkles

  • Pros and Cons of Avage vs. Renova

    Pros and Const for Retinoid
    Pros
    •Works well to improve the appearance of wrinkles and skin discoloration
    •Only used once a day
    •Can use with other moisturizers and cleansers
    Cons
    •Doesn't prevent or get rid of wrinkles
    •Can make you sunburn more easily
    •Not safe to use while pregnant
    Pros and Const for Retinoic acid derivative
    Pros
    •Applied only once a day
    •Only need a small pearl-sized amount to have an effect
    •Can use with other cosmetics or skincare products (must wait at least 1 hour after applying Renova)
    Cons
    •Doesn't get rid of deep wrinkles, repair sun-damaged skin, reverse skin aging due to sun damage, or make skin younger
    •Can make you sunburn more easily
    •Not a good choice for females who want to become pregnant or are pregnant

  • Common Side Effects of Avage vs. Renova

    Common Side Effects for
    •Skin peeling (40%)
    •Skin redness (34%)
    •Burning sensation (26%)
    •Dry skin (16%)
    •Skin irritation (10%)
    •Itchy skin (10%)
    Common Side Effects for

    Almost all people who used Renova in clinical studies reported one or more of the following:

    •Burning or stinging
    •Peeling
    •Redness
    •Dry skin
    •Itching

  • Warnings of Avage vs. Renova

    Common Side Effects for
    •Harm to unborn baby
    •Risk for sunburn
    •Skin irritation
    Common Side Effects for
    •Skin irritation
    •Sunburns
    •Harm to unborn baby

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