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

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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.

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July 28, 2013
So far, so good.

Pros:

Strangely, it feels hydrating. No excessive facial dryness.
Purging period has been very tolerable.
This 60g tube will last MONTHS

Cons:

Cost ($500+/60g tube) without insurance.

I know that I'm a bit early into this regimen to give it a completely review. I plan to update as I go along. However, I wanted to mention to those that are scared to death of the "purging" period... it seems to effect each person differently. I wasn't even sure if I was experiencing the purge. My acne had cleared up a lot (after a massive breakout) before I went to the derm. So when I experienced the "purge," it was no worse than my typical acne before it started clearing. Things heal up pretty quickly. Microdermabrasion and my regimen seem to work really well. I have very oily skin, so this product has never made my face appear dry or flaking. In the morning, I do feel a bit of tightness that resolves after my shower and moisturizer. Nothing dramatic like I feared. The reason I'm posting this (just under a month of starting) is because I wanted others to not be scared off by all reviews. I read some and was petrified to start Ziana. If it wasn't for the hassle of paying for the derm, getting insurance and promotional cards to cover the cost, and the 10+ years it took to finally see the derm... I might have skipped it. Jump in. It's not so bad.
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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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March 19, 2010

Pros:

Didn't make my skin any worst.

Cons:

GREASY GREASY SKIN.. Skin Wasn't ever consistently clear. Didn't help with hormonal acne.

it didnt work well enough for me to handle the oily skin. It was just as annoying as keeping up with acne itself
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August 2, 2007

Pros:

Once a day at bedtime. Dries clear on my face. No smell.

Cons:

Little drying at first.

Love this product! Best retinoid I've ever used! Low to no irritaion overall. I also like it for my backne. I used a rebate at the pharmacy so I got it for free, because my co-pay was $35.00 It lasts a long time. Very happy with my results!
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December 10, 2009

Pros:

I heard it is amazing and will work in a couple of weeks, i use it every other day.

Cons:

My skin got so much worse and its only been about 1 week and a half will it clear up? i think it is supposed to do this to bring out all the bad stuff but im still skeptical

My skin has gotten worse but everyone says its supposed to do this in the first 1,2 or 3 weeks then your skin will clear up perfectly! even brown spots after the pimple. imm going to keep trying it.
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August 8, 2009

Pros:

None

Cons:

It is horrible! It only made my acne worse and caused huge pimples to form. It also dried, burned, and discolored my skin and made it painful to the touch. When I tried to combat the dryness with lotion it only burned worse.

Do not use this if you have sensitive skin or if you enjoy a pain free day. If you want to see real results ask your doctor for something else. ZIANA DOES NOT WORK.
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March 4, 2013

Pros:

Easy to use.
Very Effective.
Cheap.
Absorbs quickly.
Much better results than traditional benzol peroxide.

Cons:

Causes mild dryness.
Slightly sticky for a few minutes.

Ive had moderate-severe acne for several years and had used a variety of benzol peroxide products before trying Ziana. I was able to get it for free due to a promotion and it works surprisingly well. Its been about 1.5 months and my acne has significantly cleared up. I still have some light acne and plan to continue using it until it is all gone. Its not a miracle drug so give it time and be sure to wash your face before application but Ziana really does work.
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January 10, 2013

Pros:

I love Ziana, after about 2 months of using it I realized I have no acne on my face. I am also taking doxycyline 100mg and my skin has not looked so good in a long time. I would say I had moderate acne but it was all over my face and my biggest nightmare were my blackheads. Well guess what...not a single blackhead now, not even one. I just hope it will stay this way.

Cons:

The only thing that concerns me are my enlarged pores mostly on my nose. I guess once all the blackheads are gone this is what you are left with. Other then that no complaints.

I love Ziana and I would definitely recommend it to a friend
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October 27, 2012

Pros:

Not greasy
spreads easily
works better than any acne treatment from the store and off the tv

Cons:

few big red pimples (by ears, lower jaw)

I have a friend that is a Physician Assistant (PA) and she gave me 6 small tubes (2g) (1 tube last, for me, 5 or 6 days) of Ziana and so far it works. I get real bad acne flare ups every 4-6 years. The last outbreak was 2006, so I knew it was about time for another. I also am taking Doxy 100mg for 10 days. DAY- I wake, take doxy, wash with ceraVe, apply neutrogena rapid tone repair moisturizer w/SPF 30 ($19.99) helps reduce dark marks in as little as a week (really worked in 7 days). NIGHT- take Doxy, wash w/ceraVe, apply ceraVe moisturizing lotion FIRST, then squeeze a pea size amount of Ziana on the tip of my finger, dab it all over my face, rub in gently. If you start to notice that your skin is dry and flaky mix 1 tsp of sugar and 2 pumps of ceraVe face wash (you want the mix to be paste like) and wash normally, it removes the flakes and makes your skin tone a little brighter, BUT only do it at the most 2x/week, to much can irritate our acne prone skin. Its only been 2.5 weeks, but my face is smoother and my boyfriend says my skin looks better and I need to stop picking and squeezing the pimples. After I am done with the Ziana my PA friend wants me to use the samples of Retin-A micro. FEW THINGS to REMEMBER: DON'T get your eyebrows waxed while using any Rx topical acne medicine (your skin is real thin and the wax causes irritation, (learned that the hard way), DON'T pick, leaves dark marks and cause more bumps and spots. I know I shouldn't pick, but I can't help it), DON'T expect fast results, my face started breaking out June and its almost Nov. and it is just getting smoother, its not clear yet, soon I hope it will be. I have noticed that when I cut back on sugar, breads and dairy my face does not break out as much and i lose a little weight. YOUR FACE WILL GET WORST B4 IT GETS BETTER (it may be 1 bump or an outbreak, but it will happen). TO MY FELLOW ACNE SUFFERS, HOLD your HEAD HIGH and SMILE, WALK TALL and PROUD. DONT be SHY or ASHAMED of YOUR ACNE!!!!
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January 23, 2011

Pros:

Dries Pimples Fast, Making Their Disappearance Much Quicker
Works Great ;)
Face Feels Tighter
Makes Redness Go Away Little By Little

Cons:

Drying Of The Face (mosturizer highly recommended)
Takes Time
Expect results in at least a month
Many possible but rare side effects (consult dermatologist before using it)

I Love Ziana Gel, despite all the bad reviews, i think ziana gel is magical. it helps kill pimples quickly. if there a normal size, apply the gel at night and it will most likely be gone in the morning. It dries the skin a lot but using a moisturizer like "sheer moisturizer" will help, using sunscreen is also recommended. the gel is expensive but effective. with a healthcare plan you can get your first tube for $0. i still have my tube and its been almost 4 months since i got it and the tub isnt even halfway empty. With medicis save card, you can get the next two tubes for only $20 each. effective product. it also reduces redness after a few months. requires consistent use, do not give up, nothing gives immediate results. :-)
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