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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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October 21, 2008

Pros:

I haven't seen any!!

Cons:

Omg my skin is worse than when I started it. My doctor said to stick with it but I feel like I'm back in junior high! How is it working if its making it worse!!

I'm not sure if this works or not. I haven't had my skin dry out yet or turn red or peel--so that is good. I've just had more break outs! I'm very embrassed because I want flawless skin!!
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October 21, 2008

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Works great to get rid of my clogged pores (although I also use Duac). I've used them for almost 2 years and my skin looks great! I'm thinking about stopping they worked so well.

Cons:

It gave me dry skin in the beginning, but it did go away after a few weeks. It still comes back occasionally when its cold, but I just apply it every other day for a week or two and it goes away.

Highly recommended if you can tolerate some temporary dryness.
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October 20, 2008

Pros:

so far not too many, but from all of the other comments it seems like i should stick with it.

Cons:

MAJOR initial breakout. my acne is twice as bad as before i started using it. I'm almost on the 4th week.

My skin has become a lot worse, and i'm more embarrassed than normal to go out. I haven't had as much of a problem with dryness as everyone else, i've only been slightly dry. But i'm really hoping this miserable initial breakout will end soon!
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October 15, 2008

Pros:

My insurance covered most of it. It doesnt make my skin flake, dry out, burn or turn red like everyone else.

Cons:

Makes my face really oily through out the day.

I have been on this for 7 weeks to be exact. My skin looks a little better but I think its still going through the purging stage which is really horrible. I never had any side effects other than breaking out. My cheeks are absolutely the worst and at 22 its embarassing. My derm prescribed me Taz .05% cream and I will be in to see her again in a week. I am gonna see if I can get either the gel or the .1% cream and see if that helps the oily skin situation and also I thought I would see some results by now. I havent worn makeup in weeks and everyone asks whats wrong with my face, I turn 23 in a couple weeks and just want to have clear skin!! I still have faith that this will help just how much longer!! I dont even take pictures anymore.
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October 14, 2008

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Just got this scipt, I am reading a lot of dry skin comments. The best way to get your skin used to this med and get the full benefit of it is as followed: 2x's a wk for 2 wks., 3x's a wk. for 3 wks. 4x's a wk. for 4 wks., 5x's a wk. for 5 wks. then continue the 5x's a week as long as prescribed by Dr. If done slowly like noted, you will not go through the drastic red, dry peeling, ect. stage. Hope this helps!
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October 12, 2008

Pros:

I just started using Tazorac. I had a prescription from my dermatologist and took it to Rite Aid, where my insurance would not pay for it and it cost me $223.00 I cannot believe I see people here who paid as little as $5.00?

Cons:

The price! I see the majority of you paid around $25.00. Am I just a sucker? I have had acne and pimples for as long as I can remember. I took a course of Acutane as a teen and also months on Tetracycline.

I just recently thought maybe the pharmaceutical companies had made some new strides and developed something that really worked. I was willing to try anything, and I paid through the nose for this stuff. I feel I was duped though, if you all only paid from $5.00 to $25.00 dollars. Mine is the white cream .05% 60 gram tube. Some one please tell me where I can get it cheaper! Did I even need a RX?
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October 10, 2008

Pros:

Goes on smooth. Large pustules reduced in size in a few days. Post acne marks beginning to fade. Texture of my skin a lot more even and smooth.

Cons:

Makes my face red and shiny. And I think it's the Tazorac that's giving me major dry lips.

I was told by my derm to just use Tazorac at night and wait a good 10 mins after washing my face before applying it to my skin. Since I just use the cream at night I don't care much about the shine and redness I get after application. But I have noticed a very real reduction in the size of my cysts, as well as fewer blackheads. It also seems that it draws out the deep pimples to the surface, which sounds like a bad thing but actually helps heal my skin a lot faster. As for moisterization, I use an herbal concoction of water, glycerin, and lemon oil. I spray that on my face after putting on the Tazorac and I haven't gotten any major dryness except for my lips. And it's cheaper and more effective than Proactive.
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October 9, 2008

Pros:

My skin has cleared up completely. Besides the acne, I had severe sun damage on my cheeks and that is now cleared up along with acne scars.

Cons:

The burning feeling and the peeling/flaky skin.

Under the advice of my dermatologist, I wash my face with a very mild soap (Ivory) and wait over 20 minutes before applying the Taz. This seems to make the burning and peeling a little more tolerable. It has made a tremendous difference in my complexion and is well worth the wait. Be patient, it will pay off in the end. One of the ladies I work with actually said I look younger now then when I started!!!
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October 8, 2008

Pros:

havent found any

Cons:

horrible burning, extremely dry, skins peels A LOT. Trying moisturizer but it doesnt seem to do ANYTHING

ive had horrible acne for years and i already felt like a nobody. this stuff is making me feel worse. i desperatley need for this stuff to work but i dont know how long i can keep this up. im not sure if i would recommend this i need more time to know for sure so until then its a no.
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October 7, 2008

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TAZ RULES!.=)

Cons:

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If u Want to get rid of acne use taz ,I think its the only product that works!
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