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

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

Tazarotene is usually applied once a day around bedtime.

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Sam

April 15, 2007

Pros:

Works.

Cons:

Burns,Itchy,DRY,Peeling,

I have only been on it for a little over a 2 weeks but I can start seeing some changes.The first 2 weeks were not fun.First few days it was ITCHY and burned.Then came the peeling, ALOT. But my acne is starting to clear up.I Think.It always seems to get better on the weekend.But I saved and my acne went crazy.It was so dry and hurt.So I using the old electric razor and seems to help.Another thing, it is change my hair color.I have black hair and eyebrows. And it is changing it blonde.So I just wash off areas of hair that it gets on with water and dry it.Seems to be working!! I will update in a month.

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Hannah4

March 7, 2007

Pros:

clears up skin faster than other topicals i've used. good for inflammation/cysts

Cons:

minor peeling

i've used a ton of products, have suffered with acne for over 10 years (off and on)...this topical is my favorite by far. i also use it with doxicycline and i am very satisfied with the results. as soon as i'm feeling confident in my skin and stop taking as prescribed, i break out again so i recommend consistent use of the product. this a winner for me. still not where i want my skin to be, but it's improved dramatically since using this combination. GIVE IT TIME!!!

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Ms. Clark

March 7, 2007

Pros:

reduces pimple size, works fast, clears up your face w regular use, keeps acne under control w/ random use.

Cons:

dryness, butning sensations, not a complete solution on its own

I have been struggling with moderate - sevre acne since i was 14... now i'm 21. I was using BP and it was working like a miracle until a few months down the road my face was swelling up, i was allergic afterall... *sigh. My dermatologist perscribed me Tazorac 3 yrs ago with doxycylin and peroxide wash cloths; as a last chance before accutane. The combination worked amazing (but the $ was CRAZY for all those Rx). My skin got so clear after a few months that I started to get kind of lax on the use. Using only when I had a pimple (once every other week). Five months after I stopped using my face broke out. Now I am starting to use it consistantly again w/ Cetaphil wash and Olay moisturizer. I recommend everyone to give it a try, and try different soaps and moisturizers that work for you. TO AVOID THE BURNING - You have to use small amounts/ don't overdo it. Gradually increse to a fingertip amount. Also wait for your face to dry after washing, this prevents irritation.

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Jay

January 27, 2007

Pros:

If you give it time, it works. It works differently than antibiotics, meaning it can be used simultaneously for better overall results. Improves other factors contributing to the quality of your skin.

Cons:

The initial purge (where the acne gets much worse before it gets better) and the risk of extreme irritation are the biggest cons - but get through this and you'll be happy with the results

It cleared my skin up like nothing else has - after 3 years of using antibiotics to keep just cysts at bay, I finally have the near perfect skin I've always wanted. Start with a really small amount the first few days and ramp it up slowly let your skin get used to the drug - the burning and the irritation, and in my case, oil overproduction will subside in a few weeks. Even then, you should only be using something like a pea sized amount on your whole face. Use a non-comodegenic moisturizer (I used jojoba oil, which is its own miracle) to combat dryness and irritation. If your using benzoyl peroxide, make sure not to use it at the same time as tazorac (am vs. pm) because they chemically neutralize each other. I gave it a fair chance, and now I slap myself for not having tried it sooner.

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Isabella R.

January 13, 2007

Pros:

This product definitely gets rid of acne.

Cons:

Depending on the strength, using too much causes burning, redness, irritaion, and pain. Do not use alot. I use the .05% cream.

Tazorac gets rid of acne within the first 5 months I would say. I was skeptical at first but I tried it and the first month was not very pleasing, it made my skin itchy, oily , peeling, but after the initial months, all my acne is gone and I have no clogged pores/ small bumps on my face at all. It is amazing for that. But now I have to get rid of the acne scars, which my dermatologist suggest I treat when the acne is completely eliminated.

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tawny

December 18, 2006

Pros:

After the first couple of weeks and with consistent usage, this medication is fabulous. After several patient months my skin looked better than it did before I began to break out.

Cons:

When I initially started using the medication it made my face very sensitive; it burned, turned red, and was extremely dry. The first couple weeks seemed to plunge my acne into overdrive, along with the SE it was an embarrassing combination.

I have moderate inflammatory acne with the occasional cyst that developed when I was 18. Tazorac coupled with Nicomide and Benzaclin has been the most effective treatment for me, by a long shot. Over the past 5 years I have tried glycolic acid, otc salicylic acid, 10%benz peroxide, sulfur, proactive, and cleocyn T. The bottom line is that you have to give this medication time to work, but it is well worth the wait and I would recommend it to anyone.

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Kat

December 14, 2006

Pros:

In three months largely clear.

Cons:

Dry, burning, peeling, itchy skin when you first start. Does get a lot better once your sking gets used to it. Remember to use small amount.

Makes you break out at first and is highly irritating. If you go easy and use moisturiser then should be OK. Gets rid of pimples and prevents new ones from forming.

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Nora Bennett

December 7, 2006

Pros:

Works very well as a preventative measure, .05 doesn't overdry, controls oil

Cons:

Skin looks worse before it gets better, Itches miserably if you put too much

Two things you should know. This product seems like it was made for people with oily skin. It dries you out really bad if you have naturally dry skin. I have combination skin, so I use .1% on my forehead & .05% on my cheeks, nose, & chin. Second, you know exactly how much you should put on by how your skin feels. If you have been using it more than a month & it still burns/itches when you put it on, YOU ARE USING FAR TOO MUCH. I use a pea sized drop for my forehead & another for the rest of my face. It should be a slight tingle. Using too much will make it not work as well, so be careful. I am a light skinned black male with mild acne that is EXTREMELY STUBBORN, & the combination of a 5% Glycolic Acid wash, Triaz 5% pads in the AM, 10%-2% Gly-Sal Pads in the PM, & Doryx seems to be THE ONLY thing that works.

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Clear and happy

November 20, 2006

Pros:

Works amazingly well on getting rid of acne. You must give it a little time, but I have been on it now for over two years and I have had two years of clear skin to the point where I've had numerous people comment on how smooth and nice my skin looks!

Cons:

Dries out skin a lot (I use the .1% twice a day). I have to spend 5 minutes rubbing my skin each time I wash my face to rub dry skin off, but after that, I'm good to go for the way. Sometimes makes red and blotchy---but much better than acne.

I have had acne since the 4th grade and will have it all my life b/c it's hormonal. I have been on almost every single topical cream (though I've always stayed clear of antibiotics). Hands down this is by far the best stuff ever! Give it a little time, but honestly, you can't get a better topical. As long as you can deal w/dryness and occasional redness, your acne will be so much better. I occassionaly get a little pimple, but a touch of cover up and you can't notice it. I am 24 and finally have beautiful skin. I am completely confident to leave the house with no makeup and I know my face looks good. I will be on this for life! My dermitologist has also used this for years (after years of struggling with acne) and swears she'll never give it up. I also use spironolactone (a water pill) twice a day which helps reduce my skin's oiliness.

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Ally

October 19, 2006

Pros:

I'm 48 and have struggled with acne since I was a teenager. I've tried just about everything. I think Tazorac combined with Benzoclin is as good as it gets with just topical treatment.

Cons:

Not cehap, but worth it

The way to go if you don't want to take oral antibiotics or hormones.

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