Renova®



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Renova® is a brand name version of a pharmaceutical drug known as Tretinoin, which is often used to treat Acne Vulgaris and Keratosis Pilaris. Renova®, on the other hand, is heavily promoted as being a way to ease wrinkles and fine lines because this medication is a pharmaceutical version of Vitamin A. It often takes individuals weeks to adjust to its side effects, which include: mild redness, stinging, itching, burning, skin scaling, peeling and dry skin. Former and current users report on consumer-driven rating sites that these side effects may be very hard to manage because they occur on the facial skin. In fact, this product has consistently scored poorly due to its side effects, with some users reporting the effects they achieved were not worth the stress these side effects caused.

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Bellaplex – Advanced Wrinkle Reduction & Prevention
Bellaplex is the most advanced face wrinkle reduction cream that we have ever come across. It contains the most powerful ingredients that have all been clinically proven to work hands down: Matrixyl 3000®, REAL & Fresh Collagen, Argireline®, and Hyaluronic Acid. The reason you never see these amazing ingredients in one formula is because it is very expensive to make and complicated to produce. The makers of Bellaplex price this fairly when all is considered and if you want results – start here. It also feels good on the skin and works beautifully under any make-up combination. Bellaplex has also won the prestigious BeautifulReview.com award two years running. The testimonials page on the official website is a mile long. The blog postings on this site have a very solid positive response rating. Have look at the postings – the customers say it all. Read a Full review of Bellaplex here.
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Nuphedrine® -- Burn More Calories per Day
NuPhedrine® has revolutionized the diet industry with its cutting-edge non-prescription formula. While other products may simply claim to provide results, NuPhedrine®’s makers can state with complete honesty that you WILL burn more calories per day. This claim is made possible because of the clinically proven ingredients included in this product’s formula. The only product of its kind, NuPhedrine® combines real South African Hoodia in the proven 20x strength, Patented Advantra-Z® and Slimaluma—the three most lauded and clinically proven weight loss ingredients on the market today. Never before has a product combined these three in such straightforward potency. With amazing before-and-after pictures from real customers, you will immediately want to purchase NuPhedrine® and get it shipped to your door as quickly as possible. And with a 60-Day Money Back Guarantee, there is no going wrong with this incredible product. Their customers love this product – check out the blog postings….they really say it all. We can safely recommend this product based on what the users have to report. Read a Full review of NuPhedrine here.
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Hydroleyes Under Eye Treatment
This is a unique product that serves a very distinct purpose – it gets rid of dark bags and circles under your eyes….and it achieves this very effectively. Their customers have very good things to say about the product and their positive blog posting ratio is very high. We like that Hydrolyze is not a bunch of random cosmetic ingredients, rather the two main ingredients are patented and clinically tested in double bind studies: Haloxyl® -- proven to reduce the leaked blood under the skin which gets rid of the dark circles & Matrixyl 3000® -- proven to decrease the lines around your eyes by 68%. This is the real deal and new customers can feel good about ordering from this company. Read a Full review of Hydroleyes here.
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MalibuBright® -- Immediate Teeth Whitening Without Bleach
Having stained or discolored teeth is not something any of us really want to deal with, but with so many options available to us, we may not quite know where to turn. Yet, this is all beginning to change, as the MalibuBright teeth whitening system has surfaced as a retail product with no real equal. This might seem like a strong statement to say that one teeth whitener is in a league of its own, but we mean what we say. The MalibuBright system comes with its own Brightening Gel, Deep Protection Rinse, Stain Lifting Spray, BrightBrush, and Instant Shine Trays, and this multifaceted program can be compared to no other. Read a Full review of MalibuBright here.
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Flex Mini® -- Get a Sexy, Shapely & Perky Butt In Just Weeks
Ladies it is time to get your sexy and shapely butt back! This is the first FDA cleared butt toning device we have seen of this kind. The Flex Mini® was designed to strengthen and tone the butt and upper backs of the thighs all without the need for strenuous exercise. We especially like that the Flex Mini® features varying degrees of intensity allowing you to progress all the way up to level 99 (the highest form of electronic stimulation.) The Flex Mini® does all the work so you don't have to. You will get a very effective workout without traditional exercising!! In fact – you can use it while surfing the internet, taking care of the kids, on the phone with friends, working, walking etc….talk about being all about multi-tasking. Most of us complain about not having the energy to exercise or simply not having the time because, well we don’t really like exercising in the first place. With this newly cleared technology, women are reporting more results and less excuses for “working out”. Read a Full review of Flex Mini here.
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Miracle Slim Wrap The At-Home Spa Quality Body Wrap
The Miracle Slim Wrap is an at home version of the SPA treatments that take inches off your problem areas in one session. This effective product works just as well as any SPA treatment and it is a fraction of the cost. Customers lose anywhere from 1-4 inches on a problem area that they use the Wrap on. It is not permanent weight loss, but it lasts for more than a day and with continuous use it definitely does work on those problem areas for long-term results. This is a great product for anyone that wants to look slimmer immediately: Going out on a date, a big event, a business meeting, going to the beach, vacations and so much more. The customers like it. Give the blogs a skim – it definitely is well received. Read a Full review of Miracle Slim Wrap here.
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Flex Belt: Rapid Stomach Toning Medical Technology
This scientifically advanced abs toning belt is probably the coolest invention ever made. It is FDA cleared for ‘toning, tightening, firming, and strengthening the abdominal muscles’. It is an electronic belt that you wear around your stomach and it flexes your stomach muscles for you. The results are 100% positive. They did a clinical study with a couple thousand participants and 100% of the people said that the belt worked for them. Through almost all viral marketing, The Flex Belt now has sold millions of units and they are growing fast. People are really liking this product because it is safe, never hurts your back like sit-ups can do and you can use it just about anywhere. People use The Flex Belt while walking, running, working, reading, watching TV, doing house choirs, and so much more. This is a not a gimmick – it works. The customers are definitely satisfied. Check out their postings. Read a Full review of Flex Belt here.
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Besoplex® – Fuller Lips Immediately & Permanently
This advanced lip technology impresses anyone that uses it. Check out the blog posting on our site to see how much the customers like it – or take am look at their endless testimonials page on their official website. It serves two functions: 1) an immediate plumping effect that works within 5 minutes and delivers a noticeable increase in lip size/pout & 2) it delivers REAL collagen into the lips for a long-term permanent increase in lip size – it is safe to apply every day to achieve these results. We like that the immediate effect has no burning sensation and the real collagen is a huge bonus you can’t find easily. This product is worth looking at… Read a Full review of Besoplex here.
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Slim10® - 10 Patented Weight Loss Ingredients
Slim 10® is perhaps the most complete formulated capsule we have ever reviewed. Women are reporting that its combination of 10 different patented ingredients may be the key to this weight loss products success. We found Slim 10® to contain only clinically proven ingredients including the superstar pure Hoodia, from South Africa. However, it's not only Hoodia that makes this formula so effective. We especially like that the official website provides clinical studies for all the contained weight loss heavy hitters. If you try just one diet capsule this year, Slim 10® is certainly one to consider. Read a Full review of Slim 10 here.
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Flex Arms: Bicep & Tricep Electronic Muscle Toning
Thanks to the Flex Arms®, ladies will no longer need to worry about working your Bicep and Tricep muscles so you can feel confident in sleeveless tops and dresses. As many women know, the arms are a difficult problem area to keep attractive because it usually needs exercise like weight training, pilates or yoga, and a lot of woman are too busy to fit these things into their day – or just not motivated to do it. What we love about The Flex Arms® is that it definitely allows you to sculpt your arms without ever picking up a weight! Like the other innovative products in the Flex® line of products, Flex Arms® utilizes cutting edge EMS technology that gently flexes your muscles in a way that emulates weight lifting. Their customers love this product – make sure and check out the blog postings here on the site. Read a full review of Flex Arms here.
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HoodiaP57® -- Pure 20X Strength Certified Hoodia
HoodiaP57 is the absolute best, entirely Hoodia based weight loss capsule we have ever seen. What truly separates this product from the copy cats, is that it has been formulated to 20X active strength, providing users with the most Hoodia per capsule you can find - anywhere. We especially like that the capsule contains a 100% certified, Hoodia directly from South Africa. Late night and in between meal snacking can be the down fall for many of us. Right now, there are numerous weight loss products on the market that are targeted for those seeking extra energy at the gym or at work - however its these extra ingredients that can sometimes keep people awake at night. This formula is stimulant free - meaning that it focuses entirely on that problem we all have, snacking. Read a Full review of Hoodia P57 here.
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Flex Enervive® - Electronic Full-Body Muscle Toning
Now you can tone, tighten and strengthen your stomach, butt, legs, biceps, triceps, shoulders and calves without breaking a sweat. As the need to shape and tone muscles continues to plague most woman, the emergence of the Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) product known as Flex Enervive® hits the market with a huge bang. The makers of the Flex® range of products have made a name for themselves as the leader in the world of EMS products. Until now the Flex® range has been units that focus on one particular body part. Flex Enervive® is their new full body toning product that uses EMS. EMS is a technique that has been used in a wide variety of disciplines, including professional athletics, chiropractic and physical and massage therapies. While it seems almost unbelievable, the Flex® range of products are able to provide effective muscle toning results to various body parts without the need for exercise. Flex Enervive® works nearly every muscle group with calculated electronic pulses. We recommend checking out the blog postings here on the site, because the current customers all seem thrilled with their tighter bodies. Read a full Flex Enervive Review Here.
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Cleanse Patch® -- Remove Toxins from Your Body Overnight
This detox foot patch called the Cleanse Patch® is the most effective detox product we have ever seen. Take a look at their incredible positive posting score from their customers….people love this product. It is an all natural patch you wear on your foot that according to Asian Scientists effectively and immediately extracts heavy metals and other forms of toxins from your system while you sleep. It is reported that you will see the morning after you wear the first patch that it has turned completely dark. People that use detox patches write of their feelings of increased energy and vitality, reduced stress and anxiety, improved immune system, enhanced mental focus and concentration, improved circulation, un-interrupted sleep, relief from headaches and migraines, and relief from pain and aches. Cleanse Patch uses a very high concentration process on the main ingredients and only needs to be used for 5 days as opposed to other products that need 4-6 weeks. We definitely recommend reading the postings about this one… Read a Full review of Cleanse Patch here.
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Hydroxatone 4 Step System
This award winning 4-step system has been reviewed and praised in just about every major publication out there. It consists of an anti-wrinkle AM/PM cream, a Milk-Based Gentle Cleanser, Lift Face-Lift Pads, and a Balancing Toner. This is a quality all around system that covers it all. Their customers have great things to say about them….not only on their official website, but also on the blog postings. Read a Full review of Hydroxatone here.
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Cleanse RX® - Immediate Colon Cleanse Weight Loss
Colon cleansing has become one of the most popular ways of loosing weight and staying healthy. However searching for the most effective product available, is not something many people want to go through. CleanseRX® has scored very well and is a system that is more complete than any others we have reviewed. Not being able to adequately and naturally digest food is something that CleanseRX® is advertised to help with. We like that CleanseRX® features a two part method that works on flushing out the colon of clogged build up and then goes on to insure that the body remains in an optimal state. Phase One of CleanseRX® works as you would imagine, to cleanse the body of undigested waste. Phase Two supplies needed nutrients including: Amino Acids, Digestive Enzymes and Probiotics to help you better process the foods you eat daily. Many have reported how much more energy they have with CleanseRX®. Read a Full review of Cleanse Rx here.
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Revive Back® -- Relieve Lower Back Pain Instantly
With back pain continuing to be a problem for people everywhere, the advent of the Revive Back system is cause for rejoicing. This amazing device is changing the way people deal with the pain associated with lower back problems, sciatica, migraines, arthritis, and the like. That is because the Revive Back is an ultra lightweight lumbar support belt that offers TENS technology. TENS stands for Transcutaneous Electric Nerve Stimulation, and it is a medical grade pain relief technology. Read a Full review of Revive Back here.
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TurboZymes® - Digestive Enzymes for Enhanced Digestion of Food
Ladies, no matter what you do, you need to read the blog postings here on the site about this product. TurboZymes® are becoming very popular. They are powerful digestive enzymes that help you digest your food more optimally than you would on your own. When your food is digested properly, you have much more energy and feel lighter. The best part is that most people who take TurboZymes® lose weight, because their bodies are processing their meals more efficiently so the food doesn’t have time to turn into stored fat. We highly recommend checking this one out. Read a Full review of Read a Full review of Turbozymes here.
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Breast Actives - Non Surgical Breast Enlargement
Many of us are self conscious about our bust lines. Breast Actives is unlike any other product we have ever come across and the blog response has only affirmed that. We found Breast Actives can naturally help users develop fuller, even firmer breast without the need for surgery! We appreciate that women now have a choice as Breast Actives is available without a prescription. The product has been voted as the number one breast enhancement system on the market and comes complete with a money back guarantee. Read a Full review of Breast Actives here.
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Freshology -- America's New #1 Fresh Delivery Meal Plan
Freshology is an awesome fresh food delivery program that has been wildly successful in helping celebrities and consumers lose weight. The Freshology program is extremely attractive, in our opinion. Gourmet, calorie-controlled meals with fine ingredients are cooked fresh and delivered to your front door twice a week. These meals have been developed by chefs, contain no preservatives, employ no artificial sweeteners and have not been frozen, shrink wrapped or dehydrated! Read a full Freshology Review Here.
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Instyler -- Rotating Hot Iron Hair Straightener
Easy to use and versatile, the InStyler is reported by users as appropriate for all hair types, lengths and textures. The InStyler is the one tool we have found that allows styling in dozens of different ways that no flat iron or curling iron ever could. Beautiful hair is easier than most think. Users have enjoyed that the InStyler costs less than most professional styling tools, that only perform one styling function. The level of creativity the device allows is unmatched in the industry. First came the ion and ceramic flat irons, now comes the InStyler! Customers love this product – give the blogs a skim – it is definitely well received. Read a Full review of InStyler here.
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Face Disc – Lauren Hutton’s Advanced Makeup that Lets You Glow
Ladies, if you use makeup all the time, then you know all about the heavy, artificial, barely-breathable feeling of having to cake it on day in and day out. These days, on the beauty market, finally there are a handful of companies that are finding ways to avoid these unnatural and burdensome pitfalls or wearing makeup. Read a Full review of Face Disc here.
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Luminess Air™ -- The At Home Airbrush Makeup System
Finally an at home airbrush makeup system that provides the same quality professional makeup artists deliver. This is a good product and it is priced very fair. If you want that perfect glow like the stars have on magazine covers, this product is worth trying. The current customers speak favorably about this one – it is worth reading the blog postings for sure. Read a Full review of Luminess Air here.
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Healthy Pores - Women’s ACNE Treatment
For many otherwise attractive women, acne is the sole obstacle to looking and feeling beautiful and confident. For women in particular, clear, smooth skin is an essential aspect of beauty. While acne is certainly devastating for men as well, a certain degree of “roughness” is generally expected in male skin, and is not considered contrary to cultural notions of “masculinity. Read a Full review of Healthy Pores here.
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HoodiaBites
HoodiaBites is one product we can get very excited about. This chewable form of 500mg of pure Hoodia features a great flavor and is by design, ultra portable! HoodiaBites are said to be very much like a candy and the makers use one of the highest concentrations of the Hoodia Cactus we have seen. One of the advantages to chews is the fact that may feel it is a more direct way for absorption. Additionally, the idea of being able to snack on a chew, at anytime, is more pleasing than just taking another diet capsule. The chewable bites are described as similar in texture to taffy and provide lasting natural appetite suppression. We were pleased to find that each chew is only a few calories and can be taken throughout the day to curb hunger on any diet. The product has done very well on the blogs and many are talking about the immediate effects and good taste. Read a Full review of HoodiaBites here.
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Slim Shot – Effervescent Drinks for Every Diet
Slim Shot from England is now available in the United States! We first saw this formula on a trip and wished it was sold here. The design of the formula is what makes it so unique. Slim Shots use three individual effervescent packets - that you simply add to water. People report the product is very portable as you can take it with you on the go - anywhere. The 3 formulas are shaped to be taken around your normal day: Morning, Afternoon and Evening. The morning packet provides a pick me up and energy boost, while the afternoon makes sure to keep hunger at bay. The third part, the night time packet, works as a thermogenic to reduce body fat. We like that the evening formula was thoughtfully designed and contains no stimulants, guaranteeing a good nights rest. Everyone always says drink more water, with this product you can now enjoy the taste as well as the added benefits all day and all night long. This one is worth checking out and has gotten may positive posts. Read a Full review of Slim Shot here.

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aileen: Considering i had to get a prescription for Renova and all that hassle, it just wasn’t that good. I was expecting a lot better. My wrinkles haven’t faded at all!

Carlee: Is Renova just for melasma or will it help the wrinkles too? My skin has a lot of sun damage and I’d prefer to find one cream that can maybe do both…thanks

michelle: So does Renova help with natural genetic aging, or just photodamage from environmental factors??because i think some of my aging is genetic.

Clara: I am concerned about sun damage, as every single woman should be. We have ruined the ozone, and it isn’t getting better. I am young but know that I need a cream, perhaps Renova to keep my skin from looking any older or worse than it does. Maybe I am paranoid but I just want to look good and be healthy for a really long time.

Iris: This review was very helpful to me, I had a lot of discoloratioin on my skin and wanted to get some info on products that could help. I went to a dermatologist and she prescribed me REnova and my skin is more even toned now, I look healthier and even my husband tells the diference. Not something for everyone,but helpful for me & my condidtion.

Sam: Renova is helping my skin problem without any questions!!

Micah12: Don’t EVER go out in the sun without at least a 30 SPF on if you use Renova! I did, and my skin blistered! I’ve NEVER been so sunburned; they should make this warning in HUGE letters before you use this…help with damage from the sun? Causes damage on its own you would not BELIEVE! Renova+Sun=Horrible!

Tina: I don’t have insurance since loosing my job 3 month ago. I am looking for something similar to Renova but without a presciption. any recommendation? Thanks so much.

Jada: I tried using Renova ’cause I’d heard good things about it, but it was just too strong for my skin, made me all itchy and burning and I just couldn’t get through that phase. Maybe for someone younger than 53, it might work better.

Hazel: getting and prescription and everything for Renova seems like kind of a hassle. I just want to buy something right now!!! that will help my skin to look smoother and brighter!!

Elisabeth: For a beautiful brighter skin I love “creme de la Mer” there is nothing like it!

BeckyThompson: Renova has helped my skin look better, no question, thanks for the info! I am also super stoked about this Body Wrap I found on here (http://www.miracleslimwrap.com/special ) with it I was able to fit into an old dress for my friend’s 30th Bday bash…it fit beautifully, mant years later. Great site, I love learning about such great products!!

Suzie: Renova worked okay but I’m kind of over it. I am online today researching moisturizers that are lighter and better for mature skin.

Joy: I have not been really happy with using Renova, I am saying it here before I talk to my dermatologist tomorrow. I used it for way over 2 months and nothing changed at all really. maybe softer skin but it’s probably because i drink plenty of water now. Sorry to those of you who had bad results.

tracy: yes, i agree with many of you – Renova is more like a peel than a real anti-aging cream. It was very harsh for me, and i didn’t lie the result at all.

Darlene: What else does REnova have in it, besides retin a? Does it moisturize, too, or have SPF? I am still trying to figure out if its right for me.

Valeria: Renova has really helped with my adult acne, my dermatologist said it was the answer, and for once, she was right! Now, if the wrinkles would just go away as well…it doesn’t seem to work as well for that…one out of two ain’t bad, though.

Betty: had a bad reaction to Renova. Very disappointed.

margaret: My skin is not even especially sensitive, and that’s why i was very surprised that Renova caused such a harsh reaction on my skin! there was redness, peeling, and all kinds of flaking too. Terrible, terrible stuff.

Charity: I get burned easily glad I read this blog first. – Charity

laura: What’s Ortho Neutrogena? is that like the Neutrogena that i get at CVS? That;s who makes Renova. That makes me wonder if this is just fancy Neutrogena.

Morgan: My doctor prescribed it & I took the Renova for a couple of weeks but it really irritated my skin. I don’t like taking medicines anyway, but I wanted to try this. NOt a fan. I am going back to natural products after this experience.

cassie: I have these very deep wrinkles along the side of my mouth and Renova didn’t help with them at all. i think i need a filler of some kind, not a peel. it seems to me that some wrinkles react better to a filler. like, the DEEP ones for example.

Michael: I started using Renova after seeing my dermatologist for redness that was appearing on my face and neck. I did experience some side effects….which I was expecting…. after reading about them and my Dr. INFORMING me about the side effects…..but the side effects were not THAT BAD. I did have some redness, some drying, and some inflamation…but maybe because I shave my face and neck daily… the side effects were not that bad. All of the comments I read came from women…so maybe a man’s face and neck are “tougher” because of shaving. I have been using Renova for about 5 weeks and have noticed several positive changes in my skin’s appearance. Less redness, and some of the fine lines on my face are MUCH finer. I have to remember to use a sunscreen as I am ALWAYS outside….and it was the SUN that damaged my skin in the first place….so remembering to put on a sunscreen has been the hardest thing about this regemin. I think that this is a good product. I hope that it turns out to be a GREAT product. I would recommend it but would also advice that using this cream is a commitment of time, patience, and effort.

DanaD: I am using Renova again after stopping it. Yes, it does have the stages of burning and peeling, but I backed of to every other night using it for a while. I perservered and love this product. I was sad to stop it due to $$$, but felt it was a better investment than trying to find that miracle cream. The more you use it the better your skin gets. With a long family history of skin cancer, this product my help in preventing it for me. I am 56 and will not be without it. Sure it has it’s down side, but when people compliment me on my skin, it is all worth it. Good genetics with good skin care are worth the effort. Sorry for the people who did not like this product. There really is no magical fountain of youth cream. Just find one that works and stick with it.

Diane Batman: I recently went to an Advanced Dermatology and Laser Center as I am 62 and have sun damage & wrinkles. I will be having laser surgery in a couple of months, but I must first prepare my body by eating right, and taking supplements, i.e. antioxidents. I also must prepare my face by using a Hyperpigmentation cream every morning that I purchased from the Laser Center which seems to be working fine. Following are the ingredients in the cream: Hydroquinone 5%, Tretinoin 0.05% & Fluocinolone A. 0.0l%. He also gave me a prescription for Renova to use at night, which I haven’t filled yet because in researching Renova I’m finding that some say that Tretinoin is the same thing as Renova and and so is Retin-A (which is some say works too fast). I called my Dr. about this and he insisted I order Renova because Tretinoin is good for diminishing the spots and Renova is good for the wrinkles. I tried ordering Renova (Johnson & Johnson) on line by faxing my prescription to Drug World out of Canada. Someone called me back to confirm that I ordered Retin-A. I explained to her that I must have Renova. She then talked to her pharmacist who told her that Retin-A is tretinoin. I was so confused I cancelled the order. I would appreciate any advise you could give me. Diane Batman, July 3, 2009

Anonymous: I’ve been using Renova since June and I haven’t had one single side effect, except nicer skin tone

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Renova®

When we think of preventing or reversing skin damage or aging, may of us either think of dermatological treatments, such as fillers, peels, lasers and lifts, or we think of heavyweight over-the-counter ingredients, such as Matrixyl 3000®, Argireline® and Hyaluronic Acid. Rarely, however, do we think of pharmaceutical grade medications, even though there are a few available.

Renova® is one of these medications. It is also known generically as Tretinoin, and it has traditionally been used to address Acne Vulgaris and Keratosis Pilaris. However, the Renova® brand of Tretinoin is used to reduce the appearance of fine wrinkles and blotchy skin discoloration and to make rough facial skin feel smoother. This product, like many other pharmaceuticals, come with both positive and negative qualities. Let’s take a look to see how effective it is in easing aging-related skin issues.

 Product at a Glance
Renova® is a topical version of Vitamin A, and it is used to help skin that has been damaged by aging, the sun, environmental toxins and other issues to heal and renew itself. Clearly, it is a pharmaceutical drug, and it must be prescribed by a heath care provider, who will assess viability and manage side effects that go hand in hand with this medication. It may be covered by insurance, depending upon your plan.

 Product in Focus
Renova® is used to lessen the appearance of fine lines, wrinkles and skin discolorations, as well as to help smooth out rough facial skin. However, as noted above, this product has historically been used to address Acne Vulgaris and Keratosis Pilaris. Unlike over-the-counter products, which are usually painless and side effect-free, this medication works by actually irritating the skin, which in turn causes the skin cells to divide or grow and then die quicker so that cell turnover is boosted. This process actually reduces the number of the layers of cells in the skin. This is useful in addressing acne because these “new cells” actually replace the cells that have caused pimples in the first place, and the rapid turnover reduces the likelihood they will return.

When Renova® is used for wrinkles, rough patches, discolorations and fine lines, it works in a similar fashion, but most of the damage it is used to address has been caused by the sun. In these individuals, improvements may most often be seen in three to four weeks, but it may take as much as six to eight weeks to see any improvement. In fact, it may take up to three to six months to decrease wrinkles.

 Consumer Feedback
Like most pharmaceutical grade medications, Renova® comes with some built-in side effects, and as we saw above, its effectiveness is based upon irritating users’ skin. Users often experience the following issues: mild redness, stinging, itching, burning, skin scaling, peeling and dry skin. These side effects may continue for weeks until the body adjusts to the irritation it causes. Renova®’s developer suggests that if these side effects continue or are severe that the user contact a health care provider. Additionally, there may be some serious side effects associated with this medication, including blisters, crusting, swelling of skin and darkening or lightening of skin color. These issues need to be reported to a doctor or health care provider as soon as possible.

 Positives
• May help ease wrinkles, fine lines and discolorations


 Negatives
• May be irritating to users’ skin
• May come with a long list of side effects
• Should be monitored by a health care provider


 Final Thoughts
Some consumers prefer to use dermatological or pharmaceutical methods to address sun-related aging issues, such as wrinkles, fine lines and discolorations. For these individuals, Renova® may seem like a viable option. However, former users have scored it low on rating sites and forums due to its potential side effects, which some users may have found hard to manage. These side effects may be fairly intense, so these ratings are understandable.

Some of these individuals decided to forgo using Renova® and started using high-quality over-the-counter peptide-based supplements instead. In fact, according to our research, individuals who use proven anti-aging agents, like Argireline® and Hyaluronic Acid, often scored well on rating sites. We feel that formulas containing such ingredients may be the best option for many individuals looking to reduce the visible signs of aging safely and without the potential for side effects.