Adapalene (Differin) Reviews

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Common brand names: Differin

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Anonymous, USA
Sep 21st, 2008
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Pros:Does clear up most acne, takes awhile.
Cons:Takes awhile, makes your skin SUPER dry, even if you had oily skin before. You are more susceptible to the sun, so moisturizer & sunscreen is a must.
Bottom Line:I have been using it for about 5 months,
i will say this. I have been getting like blotchy spots because im dumb and decide to peel off the dry skin, causing lighter patches on my dark face.
I am going back to my doctor to ask about this, but ALWAYS wear moisturizer & sunscreen. No matter what.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few months.
Acne severity:moderate
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Collin, Ogden, Utah
Sep 21st, 2008
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Pros:worked after about a week. makes skin feel clean. makes you feel more confident about yourself
Cons:pricely!
Bottom Line:I've tried both ProActives Combination method and Minocylin perscription and they didnt work that well.. i tried differin with minocylin and a over the counter 10% benyzol peroxide and my face has never looked clearer!! Give Differin a try!! it really works
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Collin has used this item for a few weeks.
Price Paid:75.00
Acne severity:light
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Melanie, Conway, Ar
Sep 20th, 2008
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Pros:Works pretty well, little irritation, no smell, fast drying.
Cons:A little drying, [nothing moisturizer can't take care of], very irritating the area that surrounds eyes.
Bottom Line:My acne is pretty bad, I wouldn't say severe but it's definately up there. I break out mostly on my chin/mouth and forehead. My derm prescribed me this and cephalexin a few weeks ago and so far my skin is clear-er. Not quite there, but hopefully within time it will get better.

On the other hand my best friend is also prescribed this and hates it.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Melanie has used this item for a few weeks.
Acne severity:moderate
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crrey518, florida
Sep 17th, 2008
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Pros:doesn't burn, or flake.
Cons:takes a long time for you to see any effect.
Bottom Line:ive been using differin and benzaclyn for about 10 weeks and my face was horrible red and flaky but now its almost done pulling all the acne from "under" my skin and its starting to clear up.
all the acne under my skin by my chin is starting to clear up.
takes time and patience.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:crrey518 has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:75.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Anonymous
Sep 15th, 2008
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Pros:Cleared up most of my acne, doesn't smell, not too drying or rough on skin.
Cons:Still a good number of stubborn blackheads, but size has reduced.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:20.00
Acne severity:light
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Tom, UK
Sep 15th, 2008
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Pros:This is the best product I have ever used. Stopped nearly all acne breakouts, calmed current spots and acted quickly.
Cons:None.
Bottom Line:I have had very bad acne since I was 13 (I'm 21) and no product has worked this well. Nearly all acne breakouts have been stopped and my face has calmed down beyond all expectations. I rarely ever take the time to write a review, but I would strongly recommend trying this product.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Tom has used this item for a few weeks.
Price Paid:14.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Beachlover30, Huntington Beach, CA
Sep 14th, 2008
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Pros:Not too expensive if your insurance covers it, doesn't smell
Cons:Not good for cystic acne
Bottom Line:I used a combination of Clindamycin and Differin. I didn't break out with much pimples but a cystic acne flare up did appear some months out of the year. I am still searching for a great acne topical and haven't found one yet. Lately I've been just smearing Clearasil on my face and it's kind of working.
Recommended:No
Price Paid:20.00
Acne severity:moderate
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AW, FLORIDA
Sep 11th, 2008
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Pros:I wrote a review a couple weeks ago, ive been on it now for exactly 44 days about 7 weeks, ive cleared up soo much, but not out of the woods yet! still breaking out but it doesnt look horrible anymore! :)
Cons:Takes a while to see full results but I know it will look great!
Bottom Line:At first if you see initial breakout dont give up!!! I was about too but I kept on and im totally clearing up, im also using with Bactrim so that im sure is helping but i know the differin in working great!
Recommended:Yes
Usage:AW has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:35.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Anonymous, new york , NY
Sep 9th, 2008
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Pros:it clears up acne it just takes some time . ive been using it for more then 2 years maybe 3 and ever since my acne has improved alot .
Cons:it cost around $100 for me and now its $155 i think it has something to do with the insurance though.
Bottom Line:i would recomment this but it just takes time so stop thinking and get it already so that time passes by and it gets better and better like it did for me.
Recommended:Yes
Price Paid:155.00
Acne severity:light
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Anonymous
Sep 8th, 2008
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Pros:dosnt make skin red or burn doesnt dry out skin as bad as other products
Cons:its takes a while to see good results dries out skin and makes your skin kinda sensitive
Bottom Line:I saw ok results. It took about 3 months to see them though. I have acne under the skin rather than really red pus filled acne. Just little bumps everywhere. Helped with acne of my forhead and nose and one side of my face but still didnt get rid of the worst part. didnt do much for that part. But if your skin isnt that bad id give this a try. I guess my acne is too strong for this med.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Reviewer has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:25.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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