Does tretinoin cause broken blood vessels? Unpacking the myth and the medical facts
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While many people associate the initial redness and irritation from starting a new tretinoin regimen with skin fragility, multiple dermatologists confirm that topical tretinoin does not directly cause broken blood vessels. In fact, it promotes collagen production and thickens skin, which can actually help reduce the appearance of visible capillaries over the long term.
