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title: "Is tretinoin a retinoid? Yes, here is why"
description: "Yes. Tretinoin is a prescription retinoid, meaning it is related to vitamin A. Here is how it differs from retinol and what that, with clinician guidance."
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# Is tretinoin a retinoid? Yes, here is why

> Yes. Tretinoin is a prescription retinoid, meaning it is related to vitamin A. Here is how it differs from retinol and what that, with clinician guidance.

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