Classified as a retinoic acid, tretinoin is a prescription-strength topical used to professionally treat acne, photodamage, stubborn lines and facial wrinkles. A form of vitamin A, it promotes skin renewal by facilitating structural repair. Formulated to combat breakouts, discoloration and the damaging effects of UV exposure, this 0.1% tretinoin cream is the medical-grade tretinoin face cream best prescribed to those with skin afflicted by mild to severe photoaging, hormonal acne, cystic acne or blackheads.