Adapalene / Benzoyl Peroxide (Epiduo®)
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Usually known by its brand name Epidu®, this topical treatment is a combination of adapalene, which is a type of medication called a...

Usually known by its brand name Epidu®, this topical treatment is a combination of adapalene, which is a type of medication called a retinoid that reduces inflammation in the skin and helps promote skin cell turnover, along with benzoyl peroxide, which kills acne bacteria and dries/peels the skin. 

It is usually applied once a day before going to bed.

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August 8, 2010

Pros:

-cleared up most acne with doxy
-very effective

Cons:

-dried out my skin very badly
-hurt when had to apply
-made skin red
-still left behind red marks

It worked very well with the doxycycline I was taking but it didnt get rid of the red marks after the pimple. It had so maaany side effects but what I did was this: I took it for 2 weeks every day. Made acne worse. I stopped for 2 weeks and took natural stuff. Began applying very small amounts every second day. Its been working very well and has cleared up most of my acne within 2 weeks.
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August 6, 2010

Pros:

Fast acting
Helps dry out Oily Skin types
Leaves skin soft
Noticeable results in days

Cons:

Can irritate skin, even non-sensitive skin types
Possible redness
Possible dryness
Possible flaking
Possible tingling/burning

Went to the Dermatologist and was prescribed this product. I have extremely oily skin with lots of congestion (blackheads) and some pimples. He said this would help with the oilyness and acne. So far I have been using this product for about a week and I can see a slight difference in my skin. My face is still oily but not as oily as before and hopefully with prolonged use it will become even less so. Most of my pimples have started to dry up but I have gotten a couple of new ones, although they are small ones. As for the blackheads, it is too early to tell. I would advise those with non oily skin types to exercise caution as this product is VERY DRYING. I have had some mild irritation on the skin above my lip and a little on my chin where my skin is slightly drier accompanied by slight tingling/burning sensation. I think it is too early to say whether I would recommend this to someone, but if you have had little success with Benzoyl Peroxide, I think this would be next logical step to take.
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August 5, 2010

Pros:

In the first few days it gets rid of some zits.

Cons:

After the stinging and irritation on my skin went away, so did the effectiveness.

At first epiduo worked really well for me. I just had a little dry skin and stinging and peeling. However, after my skin got used to it and stopped stinging and peeling after use, epiduo basically quit working on my skin. I have been using it for about a month now, and it doesn't seem to have done anything except for when I first started.
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August 3, 2010

Pros:

i never had break outs ever since! im so happy!

Cons:

you will seriously break out for the first 2 months. i mean TOTALLY! worst break out! thats whi im only applying every other night to lessen the irritation and break out. my dermatologist also advised me to wah with bezoyl P. 2x a day and take tetracycline.

It worked so well for me! honestly this is the best product that ive evr tried! i mean after using it for 2 and a half months i am currently having ZERO breakouts! i mean totally! my skin is much smoother! i really recommend this product.
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July 30, 2010

Pros:

-Works pretty well in clearing up acne

Cons:

-Makes my face red

I really like this product but it always seems to make my face red for a few days so I only use it once or twice a week. I would definitely recommend this product
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July 24, 2010

Pros:

Clears up acne pretty fast

Cons:

Dried out my skin
Stung for about 30 minutes after applying, although the more I have used it the less it stings.

I broke out really badly right before I got Epiduo and it has done a great job clearing up the acne in a short amount of time. It hasn't cleared up completely but it has done a lot better than many other acne medications that I've used. The only problems is that it stings some, but it isn't too bad. Also, it dries out my skin some, but that is easily solved by applying some moisturizer. That and the more I use it, the less my skin dries out. Overall, I'd say it is working great considering that I've only had it a week and it has already helped almost clear a really bad breakout that would otherwise still be tormenting my face.
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July 22, 2010

Pros:

- See a big improvement in a day or so
- Dries up your acne, makes it "fade away"

Cons:

- Burns SO badly (makes you CRY)
- Dries out your face a LOT
- May give you an allergic reaction

I've had TERRIBLE acne for a few years now, and it was so life-changing, in a horrible way! I'm still using Epiduo (been using for 3 days) and it really seems to be working! The only 2 TERRIBLE things about this stuff is that it gave me a MAJOR allergic reaction (on neck and jawline) and it stings after you put it on for about...20 minutes. I see a HUGE improvement though, and would defineltey reccommend this to somebody with bad acne.
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July 22, 2010

Pros:

- See a big improvement in a day or so
- Dries up your acne, makes it "fade away"

Cons:

- Burns SO badly (makes you CRY)
- Dries out your face a LOT
- May give you an allergic reaction

I've had TERRIBLE acne for a few years now, and it was so life-changing, in a horrible way! I'm still using Epiduo (been using for 3 days) and it really seems to be working! The only 2 TERRIBLE things about this stuff is that it gave me a MAJOR allergic reaction (on neck and jawline) and it stings after you put it on for about...20 minutes. I see a HUGE improvement though, and would defineltey reccommend this to somebody with bad acne.
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July 20, 2010

Pros:

-Works to an extent
-Easy to use
-Get the $35 coupon from your dermatologist, it'll save you a lot.

Cons:

-The first day I used it, it irritated my skin so badly that everyone at school asked if I got sunburned.
-Made my skin flake and dry out for months, even after I went off the cream.
-Made my face extremely red for an entire year.
-Acne got worse after I kept using Epiduo for months.

It didn't work for me, but that doesn't mean it won't work for others. Try it for a few weeks but if your skin is too sensitive like mine, don't risk it.
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July 19, 2010

Pros:

- Clears acne almost immediately!!!
- Makes your skin feel soft and smooth
- Fades acne scars

Cons:

Nothing so far.......

I honestly consider Epiduo a miracle drug. I have been using it only for a week, and my acne is almost completely cleared. I was a little skeptical at first about this product, but after numerous research I decided to give it a try. And it was the best decision that i've made. I've used proactiv for 5 months and were not completely satisfied with the results. It cleared my skin a little, but it was never 100%. Epiduo has been the best thing that has happened to me. Being a perfectionist, I couldn't have acne. My look is a huge part of who I am, and with acne it messed with my confidence. But Epiduo has brought it back. I would advise anyone to give this product a try. If it worked for me, i'm positive it will work for you. Only con I have about this product is that it can be a little expensive. The retail price was $241, but with my insurance and a card my doctor gave me, I only paid $35 just like it was advertised. Goodluck to all!!!!
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