Ziana : Clindamycin (1.2%) and Tretinoin (.025%) Gel

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474 Reviews

Active Ingredients:
Clindamycin Phosphate (1.2%) and Tretinoin (.025%).

Inactive Ingredients:
Purified water USP, glycerin USP, carbomer 981 NF, methylparaben NF, polysorbate 80 NF, edetate disodium USP, citric acid USP, propylparaben NF, butylated hydroxytoluene NF, and tromethamine USP.

The list of ingredients above is provided for informational purposes only. Always check the actual product label in your possession for the most accurate ingredient information due to product changes or upgrades that may not yet be reflected on our web site.

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24.9%
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30.6%
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19.6%
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12.2%
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12.7%

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August 12, 2010

Pros:

Great, it really works. When used properly and in conjunction with other products.

Cons:

It is very harsh on the skin, so your skin needs to be extreme amounts of oil or needs to be used with moisturizers. Also, a person on this medication needs to understand the cause of acne.

Many people mistreat their acne and think that the more medication they apply and the more they wash their face, the better their acne will get; that is a completely untrue assumption. Your skin must remain a high amount of moisture when using the Ziana. I have been using with good success the CereVe hydrating cleanser and lotion on my face everyday in the morning and has helped my face and calmed breakouts. At night I use Ziana and Triazâ„¢3% pads, my ance is 100% better, you need to be very careful with sun exposure because it will dry out your face, the only breakout I hav gotten have been after extended periods in the sun, I always use a Oil Free and non- comeogenic sunblock and try to stay in the sun as little as possible. But The system really works, don't be worried if your acne gets a little worse in the begining, you will generally adjust to Ziana and figure out how to make it work, it has been just about 2.5 months and it was worth the wait, my skin is finally clearing up and it feels great!
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August 1, 2010

Pros:

Completely cleared my pimples, skin is smooth, reduced the appearance of acne scarring, and improved blackheads

Cons:

Still have mild blackheads, slight redness, peeling and dryness

This product cleared my acne when literally nothing else would, but it has left my face pretty dry, which is irritating. But honestly, I'd rather have dry skin that peels occasionally than lots of pimples. I'd say it took somewhere between 1 and 2 months for my skin to totally clear up, so it works faster than a lot of other products are supposed to. Overall, I'd say this is a great product.
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July 25, 2010

Pros:

cleared almost ALL blackheads
worked quickly and very well at first

Cons:

extremely dry/sun sensitive skin
if you quit using it, face breaks out much worse

It worked well for about 3 weeks and then almost overnight my face dried out so badly I couldnt even put lotion on to help because it hurt so badly. I tried the nurses advice and started skipping a day in between using the gel, but my face was broken out so badly I couldnt get it back under control without it drying my skin and causing extreme peeling.
July 5, 2010

Pros:

-Just started and skin appears clearer
-Doesnt make face too dry
-Doesnt make skin ultra sensitive to the point of breaking and extreme sensitivity

Cons:

-Not seeing a huge difference like I had hoped but I guess I have to wait more

I wish that this would work faster! But I do see a difference and people have been commenting that I have clearer skin, but they also know I am on a regemin so I am not sure!
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June 28, 2010

Pros:

-clears individual pimples fast
-nearly stops insane brake-outs
-stops oily skin

Cons:

-makes skin pretty dry
-makes skin super sensitive to the sun
-darkens marks, unless you use tons of sunscreen
-doesn't really get rid of those little bumps that become pimples

Personally, its helped me tremendously, but it has a long way to go before almost clearing my acne. But dont get me wrong, its stopped numerous zits from popping up, and it helped a lot. I would highly recommend this to people with pretty bad acne, who are tried of it and need a out.
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June 27, 2010

Pros:

its clear

Cons:

the stuff leaks out of thing
made me have scabs all over my face where acne was

i only used it for a week and my skin got %100 worse i know its supposed to get worse before it gets better but i didnt expect for it to be this horrible so fast so im doing burts bees acne system and its already working better
June 20, 2010

Pros:

Worked instantly(4 days)
Acne clearing up, No new acne
Scars clearing up
Enough in tube to last a very long time

Cons:

Very very sensitive skin
Burning, irritation
Peeling at first

Ziana is almost a miracle worker for me! I am very very satisfied with my results. Tried many things for years and this is the one im sticking with (so far) Cant wait to see the long lasting effects.
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June 16, 2010

Pros:

- got rid of most of my acne
-doesn't dry out skin
-one perscription lasted me a year!

Cons:

makes my skin red

i have been using it for a year and a half and it gets rid of most of my acne. i still have some but its much better than before!
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June 8, 2010

Pros:

-worked lightly.
-Despite being a gel, was not fast absorbing.
-A LOT was in the tube!!
-was non-drying.

Cons:

-Did very little about my acne.

I have been using the Ziana gel for 5 months, mostly just to finish up the tube, it has SO MUCH in it!! But it did nothing, honestly. It's gentle and non-drying, but I'd rather have something abrasive that gets the job done that I might have to pack on the lotion for. Overall, did nothing for my acne even after long-term usage.
May 4, 2010

Pros:

It was a free sample.

Cons:

Made my light acne worse.
Have pink under the skin bumps all over jawline now
I have MORE acne.

I've only been using for week, but my derm never warned me that it would make my light acne moderate/severe. I know I should be patient, but its heartbreaking to watch your self esteem fly out the window in a matter of days. Also leaves a pink/brown mark on old spots. Will probably fade, but I'm more concerned about the new bumps!!! The "it gets worse before it gets better" is not comforting at all.
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