Q: What skin concerns is Vitality designed around?
A: Vitality is intended for a personalized skincare plan addressing concerns such as changing texture, photoaging, moisture, and other visible age-related changes.
Q: Why combine estriol and tretinoin?
A: The two ingredients approach the skin differently. Tretinoin promotes cell turnover, while estriol introduces hormone-related activity that has been studied in relation to certain characteristics of aging skin.
Q: How does Vitality differ from Vitality Plus?
A: Vitality contains estriol, tretinoin, and niacinamide. Vitality Plus adds finasteride, giving that formula an additional anti-androgenic component. Our healthcare provider can determine which formulation, if either, is appropriate for your needs.
Q: Will tretinoin make my skin peel?
A: Some people experience dryness, peeling, redness, or sensitivity when beginning tretinoin. These effects can vary, and our healthcare provider may modify application frequency according to your tolerance.
Q: Why is niacinamide included?
A: Niacinamide helps support the skin barrier and moisture retention, making it a useful complement to a formula containing tretinoin.
Q: Is Vitality intended for ongoing use?
A: Treatment may continue for approximately 3–6 months or longer when appropriate. Our healthcare provider can periodically reassess your skin’s response and determine whether your regimen should continue or change.