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Topical Retinoid
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Works about the same as the other two topical retinoids, tazarotene and adapalene, and lands in the middle of those two when it comes to side effects. Should provide partial clearing, but comes with sensitivity when you first start using it. It probably won’t be a total game changer but it should help reduce acne.
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.
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November 14, 2008
Cons:
skin becomes red and peels, skin hurts bad for a while
ITS SO WORTH IT. I've been using this for two weeks and I can already see a HUGE improvement. I was worried because everyone said I would breakout really bad. At first, my skin became red and it peeled. It also stung really bad to the touch for a while (I skipped using it for a couple of days till my skin felt better then went back to using it everyday). I used a bunch of moisturizer to help the peeling and it stopped after three days. My dermatologist said that I would breakout really bad at first, but so far I haven't had any since the day I started using the medication. As of now, I have only two marks on my face and they're almost gone!
October 14, 2008
Pros:
Great for mild acne
Cons:
Takes a while to work, initial peeling, irritation, actually gets worse before better
For the past couple years now I was using Benzaclin alone which would lessen my acne but I'd still get a few pimples here and there that I wasn't saisfied with so I went back to my dermatologist and she prescribed me retin-a micro 0.04%. It's been making my skin peel away and I'm getting a bit of a stinging sensation but after a couple days I'm already noticing results and my skin is glowing! It's working great together wtih Benzaclin. I put in on before bed and the benzaclin goes on in the morning. If you're using any Benzoyl Peroxide product with this be sure you don't put it on together at the same time! They neutralize each other.
September 30, 2008
Pros:
Better skin, less acne, brighter skin tone, less oily skin
Cons:
peeling, itchy skin, not good for sensitive skin
I had acne since high school. I am 25 now still suffer from acne. I have very oily skin, most acne are on my chin and forehead. I've on this for 3 weeks now. The first week, my acne got worse than before. Second week, a little improvement, pimples are going away faster than before. Now, after 3 weeks, texture of my skin is alot better, less acne, brighter skin tone, stil see one or two new pimples around my period time. btw, I use it every other day so there is less irritation, I also use sunscreen everyday, but no make up because of the peeling of my skin, make up will just make it even worse.
September 21, 2008
Pros:
The itching, peeling and more acne in the first weeks.
Cons:
I have been on Retin-A for almost three weeks and I am breaking out around my chin. I hope this is because it is actually working.
It seems that that Retin-A is not working because I am breaking out more, but I will stick to it. The peeling has not been that bad and I put it on every night religiously.
September 1, 2008
Pros:
smoother skin, clearer skin, not as irritating as other products.
Cons:
if you use too much, your skin can peel. price.
finally, a product that works. i didn't experience the breakout period that the product claims you go through. it has been really gentle. i do have a occasional pimples but they are tiny and go away in one day. seriously. i highly recommend to anyone who feels like they have tried everything. USE A GENTLE FACE WASH, NOT A MEDICATED ONE. i suggest this being the only acne fighting thing you use in your regimen. as for moisturizers, i have found success in Dermalogica's Active Moist. i'm serious, this is a great product when used correctly. follow the instructions! use sunscreen. stick with it. make sure to get retin-a micro and not just retin-a. they do two different things.
August 24, 2008
Pros:
smooth skin
Cons:
smooth acne-faced skin
Had pimples on my cheeks. Now going on my third week and have gotten pimples in places i never had em, like my chin and between my eyes. i never had pimples there! most pimples have flattened and turned a dark color. skin feels raw and is very red and dry even though it looks oily. stood in the shade for 10 minutes and the next day my face nearly fell off from sunburn. will have to be patient. i heard it takes about 3 months.
August 7, 2008
Pros:
doesn't burn, quick, easy, once a day......
Cons:
none
I JUST put on the first layer. It doesn't burn ONE bit and i feel confident. I'm using .01% and it's good so far. Im using this with tetracycline. No problems or side effects with that either.
August 3, 2008
Pros:
it was free
Cons:
Made skin worst
if your skin does not improve within two months stop use. It worsened my acne and skin peeled so much i was embarassed to leave my house. I recommend oscion cleanser twice a day followed by nuetrogena moisturzer. Acne cleared up within week
July 26, 2008
Pros:
cleared up all yellow heads and blackheads
free from doctor
Cons:
takes time to work
burnt like i was on fire
got worse for like 7 days
right i am on my 10 day and i have already seen slight improvment, im even gettin compliments, i had moderate acne with a few white heads, i now have no white heads because they go in the morning with this stuff. i use 0.01% retin-a gel morning and night but i wash with simple moisturizing face wash before. i also take 4 500mg erythromycin a day, 2 in the mornin and to at night. im not sure how long it will take until i have flawlass skin, my doctor says 6-8 weeks, is this normal time ??
can be really expensive if you dont get it free of the doctor!!
it would be great if you could help...ALL THE HELP I GET IS BETTER THAN NONE AT ALL.
good luck to all acne sufferes!!!
July 3, 2008
Pros:
my forehead has cleared up quite a bit
Cons:
i had acne just on my forhead but it spread to cheeks and other areas.
if u have mild acne dont use!!!
Pros:
clears up acne, smooths out skin, prevents more breakouts