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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 11, 2007

Pros:

skin is clearing up, texture is smooth

Cons:

makes face really red, peeling around mouth

I have been using tazorac for a week and a half now. i know its too early to really see what will happen, but my dermoltogist is amazing and even though this product is making my skin really red and itching i am going to stick with it because the texture of my skin is really even and my dermo promise the color will be with time... i cant wait to see the results...and get past this horrible first month...
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October 1, 2007

Pros:

It has cleared up my acne!! I occassionally get a break out. My Dr. says that is normal due to hormone changes. My skin is dry so I use a good moisturizer. I like this product alot

Cons:

It took about a month to completely clear my skin. My skin was worse before it got better. The wait was worth it.

I would recommend this product.
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September 30, 2007

Pros:

evens skin tone, clears acne, shrinks appearance of pores

Cons:

burns, itches, peels, makes my face very red (temporarily)

it works- but definitely isn't without some side effects. it will make your acne worse initially, but it clears pretty quickly. overall, a really strong cream that does the job really reaaly well!
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September 29, 2007

Pros:

This is the only medication that cleared up my skin. Before this medication, I have tried so many prescriptions and off-the-counter medications and none of them worked. I don't have any acne on my face anymore, and now I'm using it on my back too.

Cons:

It takes time and you have to be patient. It dries and peels the skin, but that's all your dead skin cells, so don't think its worsening the situation. When you stop using it, your acne comes back. And, when the skin peels, oh boy!...it burns so much

Get it!...just bear with the pain for like two weeks and you will be one happy camper!
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September 21, 2007

Pros:

exfoliates, does clear acne (a least for me)

Cons:

very dry skin, peeling near mouth, nose and forehead

I works, but when I was my face in the morning and put on my moisturizer, it BURNS LIKE HELL. And then I put on my make up and it burns like hell, but a little less. I hope this goes away soon.
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September 18, 2007

Pros:

none so far

Cons:

making my skin worse and very dry.

I just started using this cream and I have been getting very depressed because my acne keeps getting worse. I have been on it for aprox 3 weeks now and dont even want to go out because I hate the way I look. I don't know if I should stick with it or if it's making things worse and I should get off of it! HELP!!:(
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September 9, 2007

Pros:

Cleared son's skin and made it more even

Cons:

Peeling around mouth

When my sons actually followed the doctor's directions and worked gradually up to using it daily, the results were remarkable. Don't use it around the mouth or eyes as it causes excessive drying and even cracking. Allow your skin to dry for 20 minutes before applying, as damp skin leads to an increase in the drying and peeling side effects. And remember to use the recommended spf moisturizer in conjunction with it every day.
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August 27, 2007

Pros:

Cleared up body acne initially after Differin and oral antibiotics became ineffective.

Cons:

Caused extreme peeling on my face, which actually led to an increase in my blackheads. It lost effectiveness on my back after a few years. It is also very expensive, even with fantastic Rx drug coverage.

I began using the 0.05% strength about 7 years ago and increased to the 0.1% strength about 5 years ago. I have used it on and off since then. It works best for body acne, particularly on the back and shoulders, as these areas are least susceptible to Tazorac's harsh side effects. I used it in combination with clindamycin, and it worked fairly well in clearing up and preventing future acne. However, it must be used EVERY day to maintain the difference. I was hoping to wean myself off of Rx acne medication after almost 10 years of using it, but I've never been able to. It is a poor choice for facial use. Unless you have extremely oily skin that never flakes, I wouldn't recommend this product. It made my skin oily, extremely sensitive and flaky. Makeup would flake off my skin and lotions mixed with flakes to create an unsightly paste. The excessive flaking and oil made blackheads much worse. I stopped using it on my face about a year ago, and my skin improved dramatically.
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August 26, 2007

Pros:

none, so far

Cons:

Seems to worsen acne, seriously irritates the skin, increases susceptibility to sun burns, causes massive peeling/flaking.

I'm sure that effectiveness varies from person to person, but Tazorac had definitely not worked for me. I've been using it consistently for more than a year and I've finally decided to give up because it only seems to worsen the acne on my face and back and it makes my face peel horribly.
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August 14, 2007

Pros:

My skin is completely clear and I have no scars at all - I have used it for 4 years now. I love it, nothing else worked for me.

Cons:

Red at first & some pealing. Then I started using vaseline on my face at night about 30 minutes after I put on the cream & had better results without the redness & peeling. I quit using the vaseline after about a month. Noticed oily skin this year.

Nothing else worked for me and I tried over the counter, infomercials and other prescriptions. I was so unhappy before this product. You do have to follow the doctors directions exactly and be patient. My doctor told me exactly what to expect and he was right. I am very pleased with this product. On the cost I am not sure as my insurance covers it completely and it lasts a very long time.
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