Duac : Clindamycin (1.2%) and Benzoyl Peroxide (5%) Gel

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Active Ingredients:
Clindamycin Phosphate (1.2%) and Benzoyl Peroxide (5%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Carbomer 980, dimethicone 100, disodium lauryl sulfosuccinate, disodium edetate, glycerol, silicon dioxide, poloxamer, purified water, sodium hydroxide.

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July 22, 2008

Pros:

None! It didn't improve my skin at all.

Cons:

WAY too drying. it made my entire face bright red and i only used it in select areas of my face. My face burned, itched, flaked and became scaly after it started healing. it was absolutely disgusting.

I stopped using this product after just 2 days of use because it was way too drying. and it didn't seem to be helping my mild acne. It took about 4 or 5 days for the terrible redness this product took to heal and i was lathering my skin in moisturizer. If you have sensitive skin or skin that is prone to drying, don't use this product!
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July 17, 2008

Pros:

Almost completely eliminates zits in your problem areas. Didn't get super dry and flakey.

Cons:

Turns problem areas red a significant amount of the time which makes red marks way more obvious and draws more attention to the problem area. Not cheap.

A non-elegant solution (but is any acne solution elegant...?) that, for me, HAS ONLY WORKED ON STOPPING ZITS. NOTHING MORE. This absolutely did not remove blackheads, even out skin tone, or fade red marks. Seems like more of a clumsy, teenage-geared product. Can give me red cheeks at age 25...not the best look. I only use this once at night. Excellent at stopping zits but not very kind on the skin. Would not in a million years try this twice a day. I WILL USE THIS ONLY AS LONG AS I STOP GETTING ZITS WHERE IT IS APPLIED. THE SECOND IT STOPS WORKING AS WELL AS IT DOES NOW AT ITS ONLY PRO, SO LONG, BENZACLIN!
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July 16, 2008

Pros:

Not sure yet, just started it

Cons:

Burns the skin hardcore. Even with moisturiser my face looks sunburned.

i just started it so i dont no if it works or not yet, but based on my past experiences with multiple acne medications, it probably wont. my face looks sunburend after putting it on and it kind of hurts for a couple hours after i put it on, and it smells too. im just hoping that after a couple of days my skin will start to tolerate the duac and maybe be less red?
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May 23, 2008

Pros:

Clears breakouts, prevents breakouts, no funny smell or texture, not greasy

Cons:

Bleaches out fabric, dries out skin in the sun

This is the only acne medication I've used that actually works. The cons aren't really a big deal, the most noticeable things I have bleached out are towels and pillowcases--so now I make sure to use white/cream towels and pillowcases. This will also dry out your skin more if you use a face wash that is also medicated, so make sure your face wash is not one specifically for acne. (The ones that have worked well for me are Neutrogena Clean and Clear and Aveeno)
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May 14, 2008

Pros:

Best acne cream on the market bar none! This stuff will make a formed pimple disappear overnight and will also prevent new breakouts from forming. use dove soap as your cleanser.

Cons:

This stuff is expensive if you don't have insurance. (about $180.00) I use two tubes a month because one isn't enough to be effective. You need to smear more on your face to have it work to full potential.

Best Acne cream when used in abundance. Put even extra Duac on formed pimples ( a FULL glob!) and let the magic begin. For even more effectiveness use Omniceff 300mg antibiotic pills twice a day to kill even more acne causing bacteria. ( 1 month =$300.00 for Omniceff) This combo works!!!!! The only other treatment that can compare is Accutain.
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April 30, 2008

Pros:

Clears up stubborn acne where others fail. Is easy to apply and does not dry out skin too much if used as directed.

Cons:

When first used it cause some redness and swelling but it went away quickly afterward. Doesn't seem to work on back or chest acne.

It is a good product to pair with other products such as Tretinoin. I have been trying many different "miracle treatments" such as Acne Complex and Proactiv which were a complete waste of money, but a week after using the Duac gel my acne began clearing up and redness of the zits diminished. Stick with it everyday and wait for it to work its magic.
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April 25, 2008

Pros:

The first, out of many (first Rx), Acne meds that have worked.

Cons:

Lots of irritation for first few applications
Not very effective for sudden breakouts

I received Benzaclin in the form of some samples from my PCP. I was directed to apply it only nightly, and it still has worked very well. Most of the Benzoyl Peroxide I've used in the past was ineffective. So I truly think that an antibiotic/combination approach works best.
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March 10, 2008

Pros:

Unfortunately nothing, this product was definately not the right one for me.

Cons:

Used this product once and will never use again, It severely burnt my skin leaving my whole face with bright red blotches, it was so bad I had to go to the local hospital a&e department.

A highly expensive product which I believe can do more damage to your skin than good. I would rather have acne on my face than use this product again.
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March 2, 2008

Pros:

Works like a charm.I use small amounts an it also covers my face. I see results over night that i would'nt have gotten within one month.

Cons:

needs to be refrigerated. if you put on too much, it'll make your skin dry

It works. I have super sensitive skin and i had severe acne 3 years ago. i never thoguht any medication was out there to help get rid ouf my breakouts but Duac helps a lot.It cleared up most of my breakouts ( or breakouts that were going to happen)overnight. i'm very happy that my skin is a lot clearer vs. when i first started using Duac.
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February 21, 2008

Pros:

It make my skin feel smooth after I apply it. It have cleared up my mild but stubbern acne.

Cons:

My face is always red..but I also go tanning and use multiple products. I use proactive to wash my face in the Am and the apply benzaclin before my bare minerals make up..at night I use proactive to wash and then rosula medicated pads to make

sure all of my makeup is gone..then apply te proactive refining mask all night! this system works amazinggggg its a lot but i HATE PIMPLES...the only time I really break out is if I drink alcohol or before my period. REMEMBER ALWAYS USE OIL FREE PRODUCTS...make up and lotions!!! NEVER EVER PUT OILY PRODUCTS ON YOUR FACE even if you have dry skin..you are just asking for trouble. nicomide vitamins are also really helpful in reducing redness NOT PIMPLES. in case of emergencys mush up tylenol and add a small amount of water to make a past and add directly to the problem overnight if possible...good luck!
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