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Adapalene is a vitamin A derivative called a topical retinoid. It helps clear acne by promoting skin cell turnover and reducing inflammation in...

Adapalene is a vitamin A derivative called a topical retinoid. It helps clear acne by promoting skin cell turnover and reducing inflammation in the skin.

Non-prescription adapalene is available only in 0.1% strength.

Adapalene is topically applied usually once a day before going to bed to all acne-affected areas of the skin, and not just on individual pimples themselves.

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November 26, 2009

Pros:

feels good on skin, doesnt smell terrible like other products, isnt overly drying,

Cons:

does cause mild dryness, differin being a topical retinoid it does cause an initial breakout but even then im not breaking out as much as normal

ive only been using differin for two weeks and it seems to be helping although i am stil in the initial breakout stage, ill continute to use this product for the recommended time frame of eight to twelve weeks..
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November 25, 2009
I was on accutane for 6 months about 5 years ago which completely cleared my skin and then 2 years later it started getting bad again but not nearly as bad as it WAS. My derm prescribed Differin which I used twice a day, sometimes once a day if my skin was extra dry and I went on levora birth control pill. I did not notice a huge difference at all. I would say my face went from 6-7 pimples at a time to 3-5 pimples at a time. Needless to say I lost my insurance and it became VERY expensive so I stopped the Differin after almost a year but stayed on the birth control. It did not get any worse so I'm think it was the levora more than the Differen.
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November 25, 2009

Pros:

My scars and red/purple spots are reducing

Cons:

cant find any yet, though it is said to worsen acne for the first few weeks, not for me, my skin is not sensitive, did not get red or burn when i used Benzyol peroxide aswell

Use a pea sized amount, use more and it will itch more. Dont go to commercial anti acne shops, go to a skin clinic or centre (government ones) they are much cheaper, and they help alot more i went to two commercial anti acne shops and they've worsen it for me but thanks to a skin clinic i found a few month back, im getting much better
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November 24, 2009

Pros:

I LOVE IT! differin is the only product that has ever worked for my acne and now my face is absolutely clear and acne free.

Cons:

takes a little while to see results like about 2 months

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November 23, 2009

Pros:

Cleared up my Acne, easy to use, does not dry out my face

Cons:

Occasionaly still have breakout, but probably due to hormones.

Would definetly recommend to anyone who has had trouble with acne. I started using Differin while I was taking Minocycline and slowly went off the Minocycline and never broke out, which was a miracle.
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November 22, 2009

Pros:

Goes on easily, does not make skin dry, and washes off easily.

Cons:

Makes acne worse before it gets better. Causes a little bit of redness on cheeks and nose area.

I have been using Differin for about a year and a half now, and i like it. It doesn't irritate my skin and i have cleared up very nicely. I still get occasional breakouts and have had to go on Clindamycin and i just started acanya to clear up my t-zone. Other than that, the results were great.
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November 18, 2009

Pros:

Needless to say, my acne and overall skin condition has improved dramatically. No inital breakout AS OF YET. My fingers are crossed

Cons:

By using a pea sized amount, no cons to report. Does not necessarily help cure pustules.

DO NOT USE THIS IN LARGE AMOUNTS. For all who are complainning that it burns or stings, your using too much. 4 pea sized amounts is all you will need. I recommend this drug.
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November 17, 2009

Pros:

Its easier to use then other medications

Cons:

initial breakout
stings a bit

basically this is my second week using it. and i have had the worse break out experience in my life! but now its stable. Hopefully it works.
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November 17, 2009

Pros:

HONESTLY NONE.

Cons:

I HAVE BEEN USING THE CREAM FOR OVER 4 MONTHS AND I AM WORSE OFF NOW THEN WHEN I STARTED. THE ACNE BECAME MORE SEVERE AND MY FACE IS DROOLING WITH WHITE PUSS ACNE.

WASTE OF TIME AND MONEY FOR ME, BUT YOU HAVE TO TRY OR YOU WILL NEVER KNOW .
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November 17, 2009

Pros:

I haven't seen any yet

Cons:

Dries out skin, makes it red and makes my acne worse

I'm on Duac, and my Dermatologist decided to have me use the Duac in the morning and the Differin at night. I've been using it for about two weeks and frankly, I haven't seen any improvement in my skin my face has actually gotten worse. If the acne weren't enough, my face is incredibly red and I've got little dry patches all over my face.
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The right dermatologist can make a big difference to your patient experience and the success of your acne treatment plan. Here are the steps to find a dermatologist who is a good fit:

  1. Use the search feature on the American Academy of Dermatology website to look for board-certified dermatologists in your area, and filter the search results for doctors with a special interest in treating acne.
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