Retrieve versus Beaute Pacifique Metamorphique

Hi Guys, Well, I have used alot of different types of facials creams/serums and little by little I will review them all. Today, however, I want to talk about what my experience has been with Retrieve. I have for many years tried and tried again to use a prescription strength Vitamin A cream. I have tried Retin A, Micro A, and last Retrieve. No matter how little I put on or how infrequently I apply it, I get red and irritated. My last and very recent attempt at Retrieve has been the last 3 months with applying Retrieve once a week per my beuty therapist instructions. Even that one application makes for several post days of irriated skin. I think after all of this, I just need to give up on prescription retinolds. There is a fairly new cosmetic retinold that I have also been using called Beaute Pacifique Creme Metamorphique. I have been a little slack and only using it on and off but for the past 10 days I have been faithful in applying it at bedtime on very dry skin. I must admit, my skin is softer and smoother. It has no odor and feels very rich when applied. I know it will take longer than a prescription retinoid but considering how I simply cannot tolerate a prescription retinoid, I am committed to my Creme Metamorphique....at least for now!! PS: Still in the USA and waiting gor Hurricane Sandy to pass! Wish me luck. Ta, Lisa