Topical Retinoid / Topical Antibacterial
Efficacy
67%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Topical Retinoid / Topical Antibacterial
Side Effects
Low-Medium
Topical Retinoid / Topical Antibacterial
Acne.org’s Real World Take
A way of using benzoyl peroxide in combination with the topical retinoid, adapalene, that studies show works a bit better than benzoyl peroxide alone. Comes with side effects for the first weeks and can bleach fabric. Note: When used correctly, benzoyl peroxide on its own can completely clear the skin.
Topical Retinoid / Topical Antibacterial
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Adapalene / Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo®)? Rate It:
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April 18, 2012
Cons:
Drys ur skin out in the begging n can cause a little bit of red irration, however only last a week and goes away!
It is AMAZING! CHANGED MY LIFE! I've battled with acne for 3 years n try'ed so many different things and gave up ! Epiduo not only stoped my acne but also made my skin look more fresh and sun kissed ! Love this product A++++++++ (do not be discouraged by the first week of dryness, redness, and even irration. It goes away and ur skin will transform!)
April 17, 2012
Pros:
IT WORKS!!
One tube lasts for many months
Much more simple to apply than Retin-A
Contains 2 meds so it works better
Cons:
Dries and irritates skin
Takes some patience
Contains BP so can bleach fabrics
Thins skins (no waxing allowed while using it)
Expensive (to my insurance company, not to me since they give out coupons)
I have been using Epiduo for 11.5 weeks now and I am THRILLED with the results!! Save one small nodule on my jawline that is taking forever to go away, I have NO active acne right now. Considering what my face looked like almost 3 months ago, that is a darn-near miracle. I'm a 34 YO woman and have had adult-onset acne for the past 7 years or so. I never experienced an initial breakout; things just kind of stayed the same for a while. The only improvement I saw in the first 6 weeks was a marked reduction in the tiny whiteheads I would get on the sides of my nose and on my chin. All of the pimples on my cheeks, though, were still going strong. I was starting to get discouraged, but I am SO glad I stuck it out! At 8 weeks, things started to improve dramatically. Some things I've learned: The first week, only apply it every other night. It will help your skin to get used to it and reduce the amount of irritation you'll experience. I still skip a night every now and then to give my skin a break when it needs it. Microfiber towels are great for getting rid of all the flakes you will have in the morning. I use the kind they sell in the car section and cut them into 4ths (don't worry; edges will not fray). After putting on my cleanser (CeraVe Hydrating), I GENTLY wipe it off with a wet microfiber towel before rinsing my face. Do NOT rub your face with one of these towels, though: they are deceptively abrasive and exfoliating and Epiduo thins your skin. Vaseline is my friend. At night, I wash my face with Purpose (CeraVe doesn't take off my makeup), pat dry, then immediately apply some CeraVe PM lotion. I let that absorb, THEN apply the Epiduo (think very small peas). Then I layer on some Vaseline to the areas of my face that get really dried out: eyelids and around my mouth. FYI, Vaseline is a ZERO on the comedogenic scale. It's true! Full disclosure: I have also been taking oral antibiotics (Solodyn) and using a topical antibio
April 17, 2012
Pros:
-Clears up acne and keeps it at bay
-Works relatively quickly
-Use only at night when sleeping
-Only a pea sized amount needed
-Can be used as spot treatment for quickly drying up a pimple
-Goes onto face with a clear, smooth consistency
-Uses two different ingredients to effectively fight acne
-Inexpensive with insurance
Cons:
-Takes time to completely get rid of acne
-Might have an initial breakout
-Dries up skin for the first month or so
I had moderate acne this past year and I started using Epiduo at night and taking Monodox (a pill) twice a day. Although it took time, this combination got rid of my acne completely, and I think Epiduo was the main cause of that. It dried up my skin a lot at first, but if you get a good moisturizer (I recommend CeraVe) and exfoliate daily, you can keep it under control. Epiduo works quickly but it takes time to completely get rid of your acne. After about two months, my acne was all gone. I still use Epiduo at night and I have no pimples on my face at all now. All that's left is hyperpigmentation, which will fade with time. All in all, Epiduo is a great product and I highly recommend it!
April 15, 2012
Pros:
-SIGNIFICANTLY reduced my acne
-Dries up all current pimples so that they simply fall out
-Perscription medicine so i get it for free.
-YOU FEEL IT WORKING!
Cons:
-Your face feels BURNT!
-STINGS!
-Dries up your face!
-REDNESS!!!
.. but it's all worth it :D
Best way to describe this; WOW!
For the past year i have tried LOADS of acne treatments and none have worked; theyve made my acne worse until out of random, my docotor recommended Epiduo to me whilst i visited his as i had the flue! Boy am i glad i had the flue!. Ive had this for a week now. From the day i applied it, it was STINGING ME, BURNING, AND MY FACE WAS RED AS A TOMATOE! but i thrived my self through and the results are ASTONISHING!
I highly reccomend you use this WITH a gentle face was such as 'Simple' moisturing facewash. Simple moisturiser however, when applied with epiduo will sting even more, so watch out!.
HIGHLY RECCOMENDED! THE ACNE STOPS HERE!
April 13, 2012
Pros:
it helps a small amount
Cons:
its very pricey
never got rid of my acne
dries out skin
no i don't recommend this because it never truly helped, and I only have mild acne.
April 13, 2012
Pros:
Clear skin,prevent and clear up acne. Great product that does the job
Cons:
Dry skin, some peeling will stop over time, slight burning at the beginning.
This product is amazing.I've been using since 2010. after a year I stopped using it and then my acne came back. Went back to my derma. Give me a prescription and my skin is back looking good.The product takes a couple weeks to work but it DOES work.For dry skin dry a great moisturizer like neutrogena it helps. thanks epiduo
April 8, 2012
Pros:
Cleared huge zits in 3 day
doesnt cause scarring
no residue or film left behind
tingles (so you know its working)
Cons:
itchy
dries skin
Before buying this product my face was kind of clear but i had a few pimples here and there, until that time of the month came around and i broke out really bad (Very big nodular pimples) , which can be very sad and depressing when you have a boyfriend. I was in such a hurry and i was so desperate to find something to clear it up , after seeing a commercial for Epiduo and having a few samples i went straight to my derm and immediately mentioned ,i was so happy when i picked it up from the pharmacy , here i am 4 days later telling you that my face is alot better, my nodular pimples have vanished and im feeling better already, it did cause a few little pimples but those are gone and id much rather have 3 tiny pimples then big bolders any day. From what ive heard the product is pricey without insurance but i only payed 24 dollars with insurance and a discount card, i use it every night after i wash my face , it does make your pimples itch a little and it dried the skin around my mouth out, but nothing a little lotion cant cure. I can finally stop avoiding my boyfriend and stop hiding behind my bangs and big sunglasses. If i could thank the maker of Epiduo i would.!!!!
April 7, 2012
Pros:
got rid of my acne
Cons:
My skin can be drying if i dont use a moisturizer. The BP can bleach your clothing. Takes a month or two to start working and you might get an initial breakout. Can be expensive (go to the epiduo website, they will mail a card so you can get it half off)
I started using the acne.org regimen and that helped my acne but didn't get rid of it completely. I used to use differin and that helped a little too but didn't get rid of it completely. Epiduo is a combination of the two ingredients so i figured if both of those helped separately it should work! I use acne.org BP in the morning and then epiduo at night and my skin has been great! I have tried differin, antibiotics, accutane, and countless drugstore products. This has worked the best and the results have lasted the longest (fingers crossed it keeps working!!). Side effects: my skin can be drying if i dont use a moisturizer. The BP can bleach your clothing.
April 7, 2012
Pros:
Clears acne!
Cons:
stings like a mofo!
Hi, my name is nick and i have only been using epiduo for about 3 days. I just got off of accutane about 3 and a half months ago which did clear all my acne for a while.... but the last month-2 months ive been getting little tiny zits that arent even worth popping, and i am a chronic zit popper. It really was very mild as compared to pre-accutane but was still extremely annoying. I decided to take epiduo before going back on accutane in a few weeks to see if this stuff really works or not. So far i have had no new little zits which is a good sign and i really think the only reason i was getting those was because of my ridiculously oily skin but anyways, he epiduo seems to ward off the oil until the morning. But i definitely reccomend so far! oh and my face feels like its on fire right now because i just applied the epiduo. Have FUn!
April 5, 2012
Pros:
Cleared up all my stubborn hormonal acne in TWO DAYS! :D
Cons:
Didn't work at all on whiteheads :(
My dermatologist prescribed this for me a long time ago and I never used it. I came across it one day when I was cleaning out my medicine cabinet and decided to try it. After just one application, it cleared up almost all the acne on my chin! Unfortunately, it didn't do anything for the whiteheads on my forehead :( Overall though, a great product. DEFINITELY recommend, especially for people with hormonal acne.
Pros:
AMAZING!
Takes away acne ASAP
Adds pigment to your skin
Reduces redness