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3.2/5
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3.6/5
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4.0/5
Common brand names: Cleocin T, Clinda-derm, Clindets

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Kathryn, Indianapolis
Apr 7th, 2009
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Pros:this is the best stuff. Wash with cetaphil then apply a thin layer over your face...twice a day...takes about 2-3weeks to work. All of my daughters acne is gone..(she has cystic acne) she had no itching, redness, or reactions what so ever.
Cons:none at this point
Bottom Line:Try it!!.. it takes longer, but works and the gel is the best, keeps skin soft - no drying. Her scars are fading and she has had no new breakouts since starting this
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Kathryn has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Kryssie, Queens, New York
Mar 31st, 2009
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Pros:Helps clear acne without causing dry patches or irritation.
Cons:Can't think of any.
Bottom Line:My mom reccommended this treatment because I've tried using just about EVERYTHING such as Differin, ProActiv, Murad etc. I began breaking out alot on my forehead and this really helped clear it. I use it once a day every night after my skin care regimen and I don't know what I would do without this! This has got to be my holy grail acne treatment.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Kryssie has used this item for a few months.
Acne severity:moderate
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kim, richmond,va
Mar 25th, 2009
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Pros:cheap, easy, works
Cons:smells at first
Bottom Line:I read a lot of the reviews that the cream makes people look oily, I use the round wipes and have no oily side effects.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:kim has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:10.00
Acne severity:moderate
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lll, england
Mar 24th, 2009
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Pros:No stinging or redness. I felt no side effects.
It only has a very minor effect on acne, to be honest not even worth using it.
Cons:I was on it for about 8-9 weeks and it wasn't worth the time, I wish I would have started roaccutane sooner!
Recommended:No
Usage:lll has used this item for about a month.
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Elise, Sydney, Australia
Mar 24th, 2009
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Pros:No drying, soft matte skin, no redness, no burns, peels scars & leaves no scars!
Cons:Expensive, can't be bought over the counter.
Bottom Line:I think the product I've been using is a bit different (not too sure). Mine is Clindamycin Hydrochloride 1%. I finally got the courage to go to the doctor after dealing with not-very-good over-the-counter products. I was using Salicylic Acid for about a week. I saw slow improvements with Salicylic Acid. So I decided to switch to Benzoyl Peroxide. After a night, Benzoyl Peroxide assisted the acne to go away faster. It literally peeled off the unbearable dark spots left by acne and induced redness. The next day, I was a bit skeptical not knowing much about Benzoyl Peroxide so I went to my doctor to prescribe me acne treatment that was best suited for me. I was prescribed with Clindamycin Hydrchloride 1% lotion & Doxycycline Hydrocloride pills. It worked great! The pimples went smaller dramatically over a night of usage and scars still peeled off. These two products did not dry my skin at all! Gave me baby skin! I'm really ecstatic and would recommend it!
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Elise has used this item for a day or two.
Price Paid:42.00
Acne severity:moderate
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Issy, Scranton, PA
Mar 19th, 2009
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Pros:It worked, but took almost the whole tube. Had all little bumps on my forehead and side of my face. Now I'm on Tretinoin and everything seems to be getting better.
Cons:None
Bottom Line:It's is good, but I ran out and they gave me the tretinoin cream. I think both work good.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Issy has used this item for a few months.
Acne severity:moderate
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sofie, usa
Mar 18th, 2009
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Pros:cleared up most of my acne in a month
Cons:gets oily, makes some pimples red and big
Bottom Line:I think it works.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:sofie has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:20.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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Lindsay, San Diego, CA
Mar 17th, 2009
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Pros:I have been using this for about a week and it works soooo good. I used everything and this has finally worked.
Cons:It has a stong oder
Bottom Line:Try it you will love it. I dont have insurance and went into the doctor told her i wanted to try this. she thought it was a good idea.
its cheap too
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Lindsay has used this item for about a week.
Price Paid:14.56
Acne severity:severe
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Amy, Portland, Tn
Mar 16th, 2009
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Pros:Easy to apply, works well, and doesnt dry out skin. Oh, and super affordable ($5)!!
Cons:Takes time.
Bottom Line:I have used EVERY THING, I mean everything. From all the stuff on the shelf at drug stores to all the late night commercials. Even ProActive. Nothing worked. Until I finally got fed up and got the insurance to go to the doctor. He proscribed me Clindamycin Phosphate Gel 1%. At first I didnt think it was working, but I was determined to stick with it. Now its been 4 weeks and I am very happy with it. The best thing about it is that it prevents acne from forming. I highly recommend this product. And hope that all those who feel like I did will use it too.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:Amy has used this item for about a month.
Price Paid:5.00
Acne severity:moderately severe
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fm
Mar 13th, 2009
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Pros:Works for a little bit
Cons:Takes a loonnng time until you notice improvement.
I've been on this for about 2 months now and it hasn't improved much more.
Bottom Line:Give it a try.
Recommended:Yes
Usage:fm has used this item for a few months.
Price Paid:20.00
Acne severity:moderate
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