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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September 30, 2009
Cons:
Makes skin really dry and oily. If you don't use lotion, it will be really bad. Right now my skin is a lot worse then when I started using it.
I am going to keep using it because I know it usually takes about 2-3 months to work. Hopefully my skin will improve! Because right now my skin is dry, oily, and pretty bad. I read lots of reviews before using it, and decided to try it. It will take a while but don't give up on it.
September 28, 2009
Pros:
takes about 2-3 months until it works properly but its worth it
Cons:
makes skin dry
first time i started using it took me about 2 months until i saw an improvement, but then it just kept my skin realllyyyyy clear!until i stopped using it.....now i started using it again about 3 weeks ago and my face is getting worse but thats how this cream works so yea im gonna keep up with it :) dont give up if ur acne gets worse when u start using it cause the effect after that its worth it
September 24, 2009
Pros:
Has cleared acne on my cheeks, parts of my forehead, chin, sides of mouth. Effectively working on other parts of face. Skin looks less damaged. Really brought out those black heads that are so deep in my skin.
Cons:
Dryness, peeling. I don't mind much; as long as it's working.
It works. It works. It works. It works. Please, try this. At least once. It seems to make things worse at first, but keep going and don't stop. I have only been using this stuff for a month, and I'm already seeing a big difference. I'm really excited to see if it can clear up the sides of my face, around my temples and jawline. It's the worst around there. If it can do that, then it's the best thing that has ever happened for my acne. I use this, and wash my face with PanOxyl, and use a light-weight moisturizer. I'm very happy with the results I have, and with further use I hope to have a clear face by December. :D
September 23, 2009
Pros:
Makes acne go away faster
Cons:
- Even though it gets rid of pimples faster, new ones seem to pop right back up.
- Dries out/irritates skin
I've used this product for a year and a half and my acne has been the exact same ever since. My dermatologist prescribed it for me, as well as many other products. It's all a scam in my opinion, they just want you to blow your money on stuff that doesnt work and for you to keep visiting them.
September 19, 2009
Pros:
Haven't seen any yet.
Cons:
Hasn't started to work yet after three weeks. All it has done for my skin has made it very oily through the night and then in the morning after I wash it it becomes dry and peels when I want to but my makeup on.
I hope it starts to work I will keep on trying.
September 19, 2009
Pros:
Only medication that has worked for me.
Affordable
Cons:
Took Forever to Work like 8 months for it to really clear up
I used to have horrible acne to the point where it was unbearable to look at. Using this medication it's going to get worse before it gets better but stick with it! I can't be any happier with the results. My face is relatively clear now a huge improvement over where it was a year ago. Now I can start rebuilding that self confidence (: O and the retina tubes they last forever!!!!! you don't even know lol
September 19, 2009
Pros:
Slightly faded some marks left from other acne products.
Cons:
Makes acne worst. Dries and causes peeling in the skin. It also allows the pigmentation of your fae to get darker unless you use a moisterizer with SPF 40 by neutrogena. The pimples, nodules get bigger and gradually take a very long time to shrink.
I have been using the product for 4 weeks now and it causes my skin to peel and dry out it also creates more pimples and painful nodules underneath the skin that don't go away. ( it been 4 weeks and its still on my face along with some other new ones). Don't get it you will be very disappointed you wasted your time, money and energy on a product that boost your confidence even lower.
September 17, 2009
Pros:
See the blackheads and whiteheads pushing themselves toward the surface of the skin.
Cons:
I have mild eczema thus the Retin A has somewhat provoked the irritation already there, leaving it more red and a little dry. Initial breakout now occuring as I'm only on my second week of using it.
I went to the dermatologist 3 weeks ago, and as I only have mild acne, mostly comprising of blackheads and whiteheads across the chin and nose area, the derm suggested I use this. I worked up the dosage of it, so that I had no major reaction to it, other than the expected dryness etc. Because I've only properly been using it 3 weeks, the initial breakout has commenced- joy of joys. However looking at the above comments it seems to be the norm, and most of you have said it has worked wonders, particularly after the third week of using it. I start uni in London on Saturday (two days away) so unfortunately I will not have the skin I wanted for that. However I'm really really hoping this stuff works. I suppose I can't expect it to work any faster than it is, so fingers crossed ey!
September 17, 2009
Pros:
Been working great for me! Im on .1% and so far my skin looks smooth and much more clear
Cons:
sensitive to the sun. Take a good 6 months before it starts to really work.
I absolutely love this product!!! Ive been using it for years and it brings a glow to my complection as well as clear the acne. Not only does it make my skin clear and smooth but I have no wrinkles! Thats definitly a plus!!! Over all YOU MUST STICK TO THE PRODUCT OR U WILL NOT SEE RESULTS!! this medication is not meant to work over nite or in a few weeks!! I too broke out 3rd week of using it but if ur patient like i was you will see results in a few months.
September 14, 2009
Pros:
Takes a few weeks to start working, but once it starts it works pretty well.
Cons:
Eventualy stops working and it makes skin very dry and sensitive.
If you have mild acne I say go for it, anything more than that I don't think its worth the aggrivation.
Pros:
It cleared up my skin in the beinning. I think I am in thr breakout stage now though.