Topical Retinoid
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Produces similar results to the two other topical retinoids, tretinoin and adapalene, which means only partial clearing, and comes with far more sensitivity and side effects when you first start using it. It probably won’t be a total game changer and don’t be surprised if it’s too much for your skin to take.
Topical Retinoid
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 Tazarotene? Rate It:
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April 15, 2007
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.
March 15, 2007
Pros:
Cleared all my acne and now clearly the scars.
Cons:
The first week I was scared of the soarness, burning, more acne and lots of white heads. After only 2 months of use it's great.
This product is great, I had really bad acne, I was so embarassed but now I'm so happy, my skin never looked better. I'm confident with my new clear skin and I can't wait to go foundation free this summer. You have to use it every night to get the results.
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!!!
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.
February 18, 2007
Pros:
Works to clear up clogged pores and pimples on cheeks, chin, forehead and nose
Cons:
Causes drying of the skin, in the beginning a burning sensation, shedding of the skin, sometimes a bit crusty
I'm 18 yrs old and I have cystic acne- it developed 4-5 months ago. In hs I didn't have this kind of acne but now I do. I've been using this product for 3 weeks along with plexion wash. The combination of these two is working. At first my face was very dry, irritated, a bit red, and uncomfortable but after the 2nd week my condition started to get better. My face is no longer as red, or as sensitive to the medicine. All the clogged pores are gone but the cysts that I have and the pimples are taking more time to heal-but they are getting better. Make sure to use the exact dosage-nothing more, nothing less. I am noticing that I have more hard bumps on my face rather than small clogged pores,whiteheads or blackheads all over my face which is fine by me. My doctor told me to be patient with this medicine and I am- I've tried many things before this like duac cream, differin, benz peroxide, retina A-they all worked for some time and then stopped working. Be patient acne takes time to rid of
February 2, 2007
Pros:
clear skin
Cons:
light peeling effect in the beginning
You have to make sure you are using the correct dosage- a small pea size amount for the entire face. For the people that are experiencing the burning/tight/bright red effects, I think they are using too much. If you follow the directions, the results are there and one tube lasts a very long time so it is cost effective!
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.
January 25, 2007
Pros:
makes pimples smaller
Cons:
doesn't prevent pimples from coming
It helps, but doesn't stop pimples from occurring. If you use it a lot, the affected area gets pretty red.
January 24, 2007
Pros:
No long term pros.
Cons:
Broke out much worse..
Duac 1.0% gel ? whatever the stronger one is....
I started using this product about a year ago. The doctor told me to use it only in the pm. So i gave it about 2 months and nothing was getting better... although my skin was getting VERY irratated and dry. So she suggested using it mixed with a moisturizer at night.. 2 months and the same results... so she added duac in the am as well as a moisturizer in the am. One year later my skin is always dry and i feel as though im more broken out than before, and a LOT of redness that seems to never go away. So when i lost my insurance and i found out how much it really costs, I stopped using it. My husband asked me what i was doing because my face was looking better already. The biggest difference now is not that i dont have acne its that im not uncomfortable all the time and that im not walking around with a red face. So until i get insurance im going to try to eat better and take vitamins daily. Hoping for the best
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.
Pros:
Works.