Do I need a prescription?
No. Pyratine is sold without a prescription. The clinical trials used it twice a day.
Can I wear makeup over it?
Yes. It is made to absorb quickly, so makeup can go straight on top.
Do I still need a moisturiser?
No. Pyratine is a moisturiser too, and helps repair the skin barrier. One product does the job of several.
When will I see a difference?
Healthier looking skin by the end of week one, and a clear reduction in redness in week three.
Is it safe for sensitive skin?
In a 48-week clinical trial there were virtually no side effects, and the few reported faded with continued use. The active passed chromosome aberration, Ames mutagenicity and eye sensitivity testing to the FDA's prescription drug standards. Never tested on animals.
Why does it cost more than a moisturiser?
Because it replaces several products: a redness treatment, a moisturiser and a strong antioxidant, in one tube. One 2 oz tube lasts a reviewer about two and a half months, used twice a day.