Frequently Asked Questions

Ortho Dermatological is the producer of Renova, a skin care product that fights the signs of aging and is an effective acne treatment. Understanding how your medication works is key to helping you maximize the benefit that this medication provides.

Renova is a prescription medication used to treat wrinkles and other signs of aging. Renova also acts as an effective acne treatment. Because Renova is a prescription medication you should discuss it with your doctor or dermatologist.

The active ingredient in Renova works into the skin and actively reduces the appearance of wrinkles. Renova also slows down the damage the sun can do to the skin while repairing some damage already done. Renova will not stop the appearance of new wrinkles but it will treat existing conditions.

Your doctor or dermatologist will tell you how often to use Renova. Renova is a cream that needs to be applied directly to the skin in the areas that you wish to improve skin condition. Renova is best used at night when it can remain undisturbed on the skin. Renova is designed to be applied to facial skin only.

While using Renova patients should limit exposure to the sun. If this is done side effects are generally mild and usually only occur when a patient starts using Renova, they can include redness, itching, or flaking.

The information within this FAQ is for your benefit, but cannot replace the advice of your doctor. Only a doctor can assess the risks and benefits of this product to you based on your own personal medical history. Please keep all prescription medications out of the reach of children.