📌 Prescription Only – Medical Assessment Required
Powerful Prescription Treatment for Visible Skin Improvement
Struggling with stubborn fine lines, uneven skin tone, acne or rough texture? Ketrel 0.05% Cream is a prescription-strength tretinoin designed to help improve these concerns — especially when everyday skincare and sun protection aren’t enough.
Use Ketrel under the care of a healthcare professional as part of a complete skin health plan.
Targets fine wrinkles, rough skin, and uneven pigmentation
Helps renew skin texture and promote a smoother, brighter complexion
Ideal for those who need more than over-the-counter products can deliver
Apply a thin layer to clean, dry skin once each evening (or as directed). Avoid eyes, lips, and broken skin.
Important: Daily SPF 30+ sunscreen is essential — tretinoin makes your skin more sensitive to the sun.
A clinically proven vitamin A derivative that accelerates skin cell turnover, helping clear pores, reduce discoloration, and improve texture.
Use only with medical supervision
Not suitable for those over 50 or with darker skin tones — speak to your doctor
May cause dryness, peeling, or redness early on
Always protect your skin from the sun during treatment
Consult your healthcare provider if pregnant, breastfeeding, or planning pregnancy
All tretinoin orders include a free online skin assessment by our licensed clinicians. Approved prescriptions are shipped with tracked delivery across the UK.
Check out our FAQ or Contact Us anytime — we’re here to help you choose the best tretinoin treatment for your skin.
Yes — Ketrel is a brand name for tretinoin cream, a prescription-strength form of vitamin A. So they are essentially the same thing: Ketrel is just one of the trade names for tretinoin.
No — Ketrel is not retinol. Retinol is a weaker, over-the-counter vitamin A derivative, while Ketrel (tretinoin) is the stronger, prescription form. Retinol has to convert into tretinoin in the skin, but Ketrel is already in its active form.
Yes, Ketrel cream can be safe when used as prescribed. However, it is much stronger than cosmetic retinol, so it often causes side effects like redness, peeling, and dryness — especially at the beginning. It’s not suitable for everyone, and pregnant or breastfeeding women should avoid it. Always follow your doctor’s directions when using it.
Ketrel (tretinoin) cream is commonly used for:
Treating acne
Reducing fine lines and wrinkles
Fading dark spots and hyperpigmentation
Improving skin texture and tone
It works by speeding up skin cell turnover and stimulating collagen production.