Acne.org Products
Topical Antibiotic
Efficacy
55%
Based on All Available Studies
Strength of Evidence
Note: Should never be used on its own and for a maximum of 3 months.
Topical Antibiotic
Acne.org’s Real World Take
One of the less effective treatments out there. It should never be used on its own or for longer than 3 months and may lead to resistant strains of bacteria. It may provide a slight improvement in mild acne in some people.
Topical Antibiotic
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 Clindamycin? Rate It:
Choose from 1 to 5 stars
June 3, 2008
Cons:
I had a pimple on my chest and applied clindamicilin to it and the pimple became infected and nasty looking...keep the use to the face only.
I tried a lot of different solutions and this was the only one that worked for me! Acne still hasn't come back.
May 16, 2008
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)
Pros:
I think it's the best thing there is, it works, not immediately, it get's worse and than starts clearing it all up!
Cons:
It burns when you first start using it, it doesn't seem to dry my face out like everyone else!
If you have bad blackheads or acne like I do on my nose, you should give this product a chance, it really works!
March 13, 2008
Pros:
This stuff works. I get it every now and then on my chin and if I have it again on my chin. My doc called it in for me today. I am a believer on this...
Don't waste your money on the overcounter acne products. Have your doc give you a prescription for this. IT JUST WORKS!
March 6, 2008
Pros:
works incredibly well for minor acne when first starting treatment
Cons:
body becomes more tolerant of the antibiotic and stops working
i used to think clindamycin was a miracle gel. when i felt the beginning stages of a pimple forming, i slathered the stuff on at night and woke up to a clearer face. however, after using the product for more than a year, it has stopped working. my skin probably became resistant to the clindamycin.
February 23, 2008
Pros:
Helps to clear smaller breakouts or regions of the face that are not very stubborn. A good product if you have very mild acne. Also, it doesn't dry out the skin or cause too much redness.
Cons:
Not very helpful for major breakouts. If you apply it to a sensitive area, it can cause it to break out, which does always go away with continued use. It (the gel) does somewhat soften marks on your face.
If you're looking for aggressive treatment for acne, then this is not the product for you. It can help to control acne (as a preventative measure), but it will do little to eliminate active acne. If you are just looking for something to keep your skin under control, then this is probably the perfect product for you. If you are looking for something to really treat your acne, this is not for you. And if you have areas that are very sensitive, don't take this becaue it can cause an initial breakout that will never go away.
December 12, 2007
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)
Pros:
Totally cleared up very bad acne on my back.
Cons:
Very, very expensive.
Like everyone else said, it's great if you have insurance.
December 3, 2007
Pros:
Cooling and smoothing to skin. Came in a gel form which was 100% clear when applied. Not overdrying at all.
Cons:
Didn't work very well.
It didn't clear up my acne very much at all, and I hardly noticed a difference. However, it wasn't very harsh at all and could easily be used on a consistent basis without irritating the skin.
November 12, 2007
Pros:
worked well cleaning up face and getting rid of acne. Loved it
Cons:
You have to remove the top that comes on the bottle and use acotton ball or else it will only work for a few days because the top would get dirty.
Use it. But once you start, you should try to keep up with it.
November 12, 2007
Product used: Evoclin (Clindamycin (1%) Foam)
Pros:
easy to spread over the skin, doesnt dry my skin out, works fast and lasts all day.
Cons:
very expensive, $266.00 but my insurance covered it. it also made my skin a little tight and dried out, but nothing serious.
i use this product in the morning, on my face and on my chest acne after a benzoyl peroxide wash (benziq). then i use a salcylic acid wash at night with differin, and that keeps my face acne free and in good shape. i get some mild breakouts sometimes, but nothing severe that is any worry.
July 29, 2007
Pros:
None
Cons:
This made me breakout much worse than I ever have, I had light-moderate acne and now my face is covered in tiny whiteheads and it is from using this product, I have discontinued use and still waiting for the bumps to go away.
It is horrible but I think this is a rare case, I have never had acne as bad as I do now since using this product.
Pros:
I had moderate acne and after a month of using this I had maybe 2-5 pimples. I used this as a topical and with an oral antibiotic for a month, once a night, along with washing my face.