Tazorotene (Tazorac, Avage) Reviews

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CJ, Georgia Jul 6th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: working so far keeping my fingers crossed Cons: dry skin, flakey, moisturize 3 times a day Bottom Line: its been about 2 or 3 weeks. i made the mistake of not applying a moisturizer with it the first couple days and applying too much. skin started to dry. i used biore ice cleanser and olay or aveno moisturizer then taz. and just the wash and moist. in the morning. at first i turned red and broke out. but for once decided to stick with something. I used differin .3 for months and broke out so bad and uncontrollable. now i just got 3 zits this morning but first time in a while. about to switch to cetaphil cleanser now bc of the dryness. BUT ITS WORKING SO FAR, KNOCK ON WOOD Recommended: Yes Usage: CJ has used this item for a few weeks. Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

sally, Dallas, Texas Jul 3rd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Really does clear up skin, I only use it on my problem areas (daily on forehead which always has that 'gravel under skin' look) and every other day on my jawline. I use bp the other days. The tube has lasted over a year, so it was worth a $25 copay. Cons: Causes my skin to peel, was worse when I tried using it nightly (as prescribed), so I switched to every other night on my face, but continue to use nightly on my forehead, which for some reason doesn't peel, but does clear up! Bottom Line: It works, but use it only/as you can tolerate it, and my skin can only handle it every other night, so that's how I use it. Recommended: Yes Usage: sally has used this item for about a year. Price Paid: 25.00 Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Sally, CA Jul 2nd, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: GERAT, made skin smooth, less pimples, cheap. Cons: dry, redness, peeling! Bottom Line: At first, i totally mistook it for a SPOT treatment, and applied more on teh affected areas. WRONG. DO NOT DO THAT. i applied a bit more on the tip of my nose, and now my nose is peeling MORE than my whole face ;( but i can tell ive been getting less breakouts! (ive been using for 3 weeks). my nose is horrific..peeling and red skin, but it was entirely my fault. if you are suffering from acne, this stuff works. DONT PICK PIMPLES, and DONT PEEL THE SKIN!! let the dry skin come off itself. i peeled it,and there was red raw skin ;( GOOD LUCK! Recommended: Yes Usage: Sally has used this item for a few weeks. Price Paid: 10.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Deanna, Houston, TX Jul 1st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: It is supposed to work and make your skin clear Cons: Dry, flakey skin. Bottom Line: I started using tazorac, but I am doing exactly what my dermo told me to which is to only do it twice my first week. So i have only done it once and my skin is dry and flakey, but it will work. I am not going to give up just because my skin is peeling, it's supposed to do that. Just make sure you moisturize before putting it on. Recommended: Yes Usage: Deanna has used this item for a day or two. Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Carley, Iowa Jul 1st, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Nothing so far. Cons: Breaking out more than ever before. Bottom Line: My doctor gave me taz and I quit using it immediatly because of the rough side effects of dry skin. I read some reviews and decided to try it again but It's been 4 weeks and so far, nothing but worse worse acne. I don't want to leave the house ever. It seems the reviews are 50% bad and 50% good. I need help!!! UGH!!!!! Usage: Carley has used this item for about a month. Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Suzy, Columbus, OH Jun 30th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Reduces acne, makes skin very smooth Cons: Takes a while to work, a lot of peeling and burning in the beginning Bottom Line: I have been using tazorac for a little over a year now, when I first got it, I misunderstood the derm. and only used it on the specific pimple. So make sure to put about a pea size amt. all over your face, I also use duac topical gel on top of that - rec. by my derm. together they work very well. The routine that I have found to work (I have very sensitive skin) is to take a wash cloth, and dove sensitive skin bar soap and lather that onto your face, scrubbing moderately. Then make sure ALL soap is off, and dry off your face. Then take a pea size amt. of tazorac and put little dots all over your face, then rub all in. Then I use duac topical gel on top of that as well, and you do the same thing, just a pea size amt. and little dots and rub in. I have noticed if I, personally use more than that, it makes me break out more. So do not be too generous with the amt. just a pea size amount. In the morning I usually feel a little dry so I use a light moisturizer to have a fresh feeling. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 75.00 Acne severity: moderate Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

jbird, pittsburgh Jun 30th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: It seemed to work for me when I started using it a year or two ago. I used it for over a year solid, every night. I used the gel and never experienced drying or peeling. My skin is pretty resilient to becoming chapped or over dried. Cons: It left behind a lot hyperpigmentation. This was almost as bad as acne because from far away it looked like my acne was still there. Bottom Line: It takes a while to work and can be harsh to most. I was also on anti-biotics during the Tazorac. (Which I regret. Anti-biotics are not the answer, its like putting a band-aid on a gaping wound) It is supposedly an aid for hyperpigmentation but I'll tell you the truth that derms won't. Time, stopping further breakouts and some surprisingly common products will help you more with red marks. All in all, I would try the holistic route. I know, I know it sounds stupid but it makes so much sense when you do your research. Remember: The drug companies want to you to believe the only way to cure your acne is to use their expensive products. (Not simple things like internal cleansing and eating a acne-free diet.) It's all about money! Recommended: No Acne severity: moderately severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Ladybug1983, New York, NY Jun 28th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Bottom Line: I've just started to use this medication 4 days ago and my skin is peeling off, and it's starting to hurt a lot...Is that suppose to happen? will the pain go away later if I continue this medication? Usage: Ladybug1983 has used this item for about a week. Acne severity: very light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Rab, houston tx Jun 25th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: none Cons: alot of breakouts, redness and inflammation, itching like crazy,skin irratation Bottom Line: it didnot help, i stopped it last night after 1 month use, i have more breakout than before, am using ABX sonoldy which is helping dry out pimples, am takings herbs pills that helped my friend, and soap called Roberts Antibacterial sold in Afrrican store it real helping with blackheads.am using Baby johnson's lotion. i will update later Recommended: Yes Usage: Rab has used this item for about a month. Price Paid: 200.00 Acne severity: severe Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

Heidi, Missouri Jun 18th, 2009 How well it works Agreeability Affordability

Pros: Really does help keep skin pretty clear. Cons: Does not help with oil or pores (which my derm said it would); can cause redness or irritability. Bottom Line: I've used this stuff for about 2 years, but I'm trying to wean myself off...i hate being so dependent on a medication. It does help, but I have to apply a thin layer to my entire face, it doesn't work as a spot-treatment. Because of this, my face often appears red (especially in pictures!). Also, I was really hoping it would help with oilyness and big pores, b/c that's my biggest issue...it didn't. My dermatologist couldn't believe how oily my skin still was...she said most people experience major dryness. Sigh. Recommended: Yes Price Paid: 70.00 Acne severity: light Was this comment helpful? (Yes) (No) (Report as inappropriate)

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