Dosage & Cost
Apply a pea-sized amount to clean, dry skin once daily at bedtime. Start with lower concentrations (0.025%) and gradually increase as tolerated.
Medication
Tretinoin, prescribed online.
A clinician licensed in your state decides whether this medication is appropriate for you.
Generic: Tretinoin. Also known as: Retin-A, Renova.
Licensed providersNo insurance neededAges 18+Not for emergencies
Reviewed by a licensed clinician, not a botSent electronically to your pharmacy when appropriateTypical pharmacy cost: $20/tube
Tretinoin Overview
Tretinoin is a prescription topical retinoid derived from vitamin A. It is used to treat acne and reduce signs of skin aging including fine wrinkles and hyperpigmentation.
What Is Tretinoin Used For?
Tretinoin works by increasing skin cell turnover, which helps unclog pores, reduce acne formation, and stimulate collagen production for smoother, more youthful-looking skin.
Not for emergencies. Plunge Care is not for emergencies. If you're experiencing a medical emergency, call 911.
Clinician-led decisions. All treatment decisions are made by the reviewing licensed provider. Plunge Care does not guarantee any specific prescription or outcome.
Side Effects & Warnings
Common side effects of tretinoin:
- Skin dryness
- Peeling
- Redness
- Sun sensitivity
- Initial breakout
Important Warnings
- Avoid sun exposure
- Not safe during pregnancy
- May take 8-12 weeks to see results
- Do not use with certain other products
Can I Get Tretinoin Online?
Tretinoin requires a prescription. Through our platform, a licensed provider can evaluate your needs and prescribe tretinoin when medically appropriate — all from the comfort of your home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, tretinoin is frequently prescribed through telehealth for both acne and anti-aging purposes after a skin consultation.
Tretinoin accelerates cell turnover, which can cause an initial 'purging' period where existing clogged pores surface. This typically resolves within 4-6 weeks.
Plunge Care is not for emergencies. If you are having chest pain, trouble breathing, signs of a stroke, severe bleeding, or thoughts of harming yourself, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. For mental health crisis support, call or text 988.
A clinician licensed in your state. Every provider on Plunge Care is verified against their state license and NPI record before they can see patients.
Your first visit is a flat fee shown before you confirm, and you are not charged until a provider accepts your request. There is no subscription and no hidden fee. Medication costs are set by your pharmacy, not by us.
We do not bill insurance. You pay the flat visit fee directly. Medication your provider prescribes may still be covered by your plan at the pharmacy.
Plunge Care is licensed in all 50 states and is onboarding providers nationwide. Your request is only routed to a clinician licensed in the state you are in. We add states as licensed clinicians join.
No. Clinicians on Plunge Care do not prescribe controlled substances, including stimulants, opioids and benzodiazepines, through this platform.
Plunge Care is a HIPAA-compliant platform. Your medical information is encrypted in transit and at rest, and access is logged. Your data is not sold, and it is not shared without your consent except where the law requires it.
Message your clinician in the same thread. They can adjust your plan, request labs, or recommend an in-person evaluation if that is what your care needs.
No. Each visit is a one-time payment. There is no recurring charge unless you explicitly choose an ongoing care plan.
No. Some conditions need a physical exam, imaging, or in-person testing. If your clinician determines that, they will tell you and point you to in-person care.
How it works
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Create your account and share a brief health history.
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Submit your request through your secure patient portal.
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A licensed provider in your state reviews your request.
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If appropriate, your prescription or order is sent to your pharmacy or lab.