Adapalene (Differin) Reviews

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3.1/5
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3.4/5
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3.4/5
Common brand names: Differin

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Anonymous, ny,ny
Jul 21st, 2008
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Pros:None
Cons:This product does not work it makes acne worse never better.
Bottom Line:After spending $165 on this product with no results. I decided to try just one more drug store product. After looking through the acne products I spotted Acnomel. It has solved my acne problems and only 8 bucks. My regimen is wash with proactiv cleanser, then proactiv repairing lotion, then spot the major problem areas with Acnomel.Apply repairing lotion and acnomel with a makeup sponge never your hands. Also try not to wear makeup because acnomel is tinted and makeup clogs pores making my acne worse.>>>Clearer skin overnight yay!
Recommended:No
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few weeks.
Price Paid:165.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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tired_of_breakouts, Houston
Jul 20th, 2008
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Pros:it works pretty well at first
Cons:after about a month or 2 of using it, differin stopped working as if my skin became amune
Bottom Line:if you want to get rid of pimples fast it good but i wouldnt be surprised if it didnt work forever
Recommended:No
Usage:tired_of_breakouts has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:45.00
Acne severity:moderate
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daphne, kansas
Jul 20th, 2008
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Pros:Actually works, unlike many products, it took about 3 weeks to work but now i only get about 1-2 zits every once in awhile
Cons:dried my skin a little, pretty expensive:cost about $90 with insurance and $25 off coupon
Bottom Line:try it. it takes acne away and made my skin alot smoother
Recommended:Yes
Usage:daphne has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:90.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Jonathan, Miami, FL
Jul 20th, 2008
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Pros:It really does work! Trust me xD
My dermo gave me benzaderm to use it along with differin.
Cons:Makes your face look HORRIBLE for the 1-3 months. Makes your skin peel moderately and sometimes skin will sting when applying moisturizers.
Bottom Line:OK, people lets be real. When I first when to the dermatologist I was skeptical about this product didn't really think it would make much of a difference. Especially, the first 8 weeks into the treatment, Oh God, I wanted to cry. I looked so bad I had bumps ALL OVER my face =[ But when the 3rd month came around... My face became 90% clear!!!!!!! I couldn't believe it. Now for all of you just starting the treatment {JUST HANG IN THERE PLEASE} it takes time... It will all be over sooner than you know it. Think about the joy you'll feel when you wake up that morning and your face is clear! ::Smiles Brightly:: You'll feel like a new person ;D
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Jonathan has used this item for a few months.
Acne severity:moderate
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may
Jul 19th, 2008
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Pros:works so well, clears pores and makes scars less visible. my skin is 100% smooth for the first time in 9 years honest to goodness
Cons:none
Bottom Line:seriously try it. my dermatologist gave me like 20 little sample bottles and theyve lasted me a few months. best looking skin ive seen in a long time. try it try it try it try it.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:may has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Anonymous
Jul 19th, 2008
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Pros:Best medicine used
Cons:You'll get like thousands of small acne in the beggining but persevere and use the med .Pimples usually gets worst at first and cure later on .
Bottom Line:BEST MEDICINE I EVER USE. HELPS TO TONE YR SKIN 2!!
It completely clear up my face after 3months. Best
use while taking lemon juice helps in detoxification and also for smooth skin.
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:35.00
Acne severity:severe
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Laura, Port Macquarie,Australia
Jul 19th, 2008
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Pros:It cleared up my skin in less then two weeks.
Cons:It made my face red but that only lasted a week and then I never got red skin again
Bottom Line:The Bottom Line is that this product works wonders on acne and I would advise anyone with acne to try it because I have a boyfriend because of it. It changed my life and it can change yours to
Recommended:Yes
Price Paid:32.45
Acne severity:severe
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hayden, va
Jul 14th, 2008
How well it works
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Pros:My dermatologist said I should use it. I'm using it with two other acne medications.
Cons:It made my skin so peely and horrible. I can't go out in the sun or in the pool, or else my whole face will be dry and I get scabs.
Bottom Line:I don't really like it right now. It clears up my pimples, but it seems like they come back worse the next day. And i've been using it since the end of April. So, I don't understand why it's not working. Ugh.
Recommended:No
Usage:hayden has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:70.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Sandy, Ohio
Jul 13th, 2008
How well it works
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Pros:Easy to use. Works really well if you stick to it.
Cons:Yes, it is irritating to your skin initially. You do tend to break out even more...but then when the storm is over...you complextion is perfect!
Bottom Line:I used this product and thought it didnt work the first time...then my face cleared up and I thought I was cured...soon enough I was back where I started...then a few months later I started using differin again and the same thing, happen...I was clear! The key is to continue to use it and realize it is initially pulling out all the bad stuff...get through it and you will be smiling pretty.
Oh, did I mention I am not your typical teen with acne...I am 38! It works! Buy online..not at a pharmacy..save big!
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Sandy has used this item for about a year.
Price Paid:7.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Anonymous, Sweden
Jul 12th, 2008
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Pros:Works fine.
No smell, no discoloured clothes.
Help fade acne marks & counteract greasy skin
Cons:Worse acne in the beginning.
sensitive and dry skin also in the beginning.
Bottom Line:I've now used the Differin Cream for 3 months and the results are amazing. My skin is much shinier and smoother, i have no big zits.
Before I had acne spread all over my face, a little here and there.. No its centerd on my upper cheeks, and its still clearing up. I've only used 1 and 1/3 tubes yet and i gonna finish this one and probably return to the doc for another prescription since i like this product so much. I think i gonna have baby butt skin using this 3 months more =) Gonna come back with a report.

Like many said before, Just have patience and stick with it cus Its gonna be all worth it in the end.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few months.
Acne severity:moderate
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