Also known as: Acanya, Benzaclin, Duac, Z-Clinz 10, Z-Clinz 5
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Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Mild stinging definitely occurs, I felt like I had a sunburn the first few weeks of using this. Also, my face was super dry as a result of this medicine. On the bright side though, I did see improvement within 2 weeks and that's what counts. So just get a thick moisturizer to reduce the stinging and the dryness and apply about 10 minutes after letting the Benzaclin soak in, then you'll be all set.
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Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Duac changed my life. I had a great amount of acne and thanks to duac I don't have any acne. It took about 3 weeks to kick in and once it did I have not had acne since. It's been about 3 months since I started using it.
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Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: My dermatologist gave me Acanya to use in the mornings. My acned improved a little in the beginning but then returned/got worse. It works differently for different people.
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Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I went to a new dermatologist because my acne is out of control. I've had acne for 10 years and this is the worst it has ever been. He gave me Acanya for the morning and it stings so bad I could cry. My face turns red, it's tight, burning, and not improving. I've been using Acanya for almost a week, I know results might take longer. As for now, I am not happy. Just be warned, it is very drying and can make your day uncomfortable.
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Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: LOVE this. Nothing has ever worked on my face. I have been using it for 5 days (mornings only) and people have already commented that my skin looks so good. I have no burning, no redness, no flaking, etc. (and I have extremely sensitive skin). I am so excited. I put a very thin layer on in the morning and then apply my make-up over top. It does not leave a film/residue on my skin and my make up goes on flawlessly.
Pro's: WORKS GREAT!
Cons: Prescription only - Small Jar
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Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: When I used Benzaclin, my skin was amazingly clear, beautiful and oil free. I have oily (shiney) skin. I also had massive acne on my cheeks, very painful. But after I started using Benzaclin the pain went away, along with my acne and my oily skin. I would recommend it to anyone and everyone (who of course has acne/oily skin).
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I tried this gel after suffering from severe acne once a month (after stopping birth control). I'm 28 years old, have always had a FEW pimples at a time, but never anything like what I experiences after stopping birth control!
I used the gel, and the first day was terrible. My whole skin burned and peeled, and I stopped using Acanya after that for about 3 weeks. I then researched the gel, and was informed that I shouldn't have put it all over my face, especially in sensitive areas. So I tried using it again, only on my forehead and jawline. I have literally not had one acne breakout since I have started up again, and it has been about 7 months! One pimple once in a while, but that's it! Amazing! No more burning as well!
Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I used to use this cream before and never got any side effects so I came back on it and guess what? Got all the side effects possible. It is red and burning. Only came off for a few months. Anyone using this cream for the first time please do a skin test on your arm because putting it straight on your skin and having a reaction to it is really painful.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: My dermatologist gave me a sample and I have been using this medicine for 3 weeks and the difference is amazing.
Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I have mild acne but it was quite prevalent around my chin area. Within hours of the first application I saw dramatic improvement! I had tried everything this was the only thing that truly worked and worked long term. Within 3 days of use I had no raised pimples on my face. I still had some red spots or scars from the pimples but within a few more days the flat scars went away and now my skin looks flawless again. I strongly recommend. It also works well if you use the proactive facewash while using Benzaclin as a topical treatment. Benzaclin can be worn as a light layer under a moisturizer and face makeup. It is not noticeable and will continue to heal the pimples. Highly recommended.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: My dermatologist told me to not expect results right away. He was wrong. I have been using this for 4 days and already see a big improvement in the size of my pores, and have not got a new pimple since. I have high hopes for Acanya gel.
Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Benzaclin made my skin very dry and stiff. Even smiling was difficult the two hours after applying Benzaclin. However, it did a good job clearing my acne, which was severe.
Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: This stuff is magical, it works really really well. Although my skin dried out and went red occasionally, this was solved with a bit of E45 moisturiser in the morning after my Duac at night. WARNING: DO NOT GET IN EYES OR ANY OTHER MUCUS MEMBRANES(lips, mouth etc.) I didn't take any notice and put it NEAR my eyes (just on the bags underneath the eye) and it dried out my eyes the next morning, having eye drops for 3 days. But, if the instructions are followed correctly, Duac is great.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I've been using it for 3 days now, only at night. I have combination skin normally and this gel doesn't dry out my skin like other topical creams. My face is clearing up very nicely. By the way I have cystic acne and there is no burning or stinging like other reviewers have experienced. Everyone's skin is different but I would highly recommend trying Acanya.
Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Excellent. Cleared up large acne blemishes in less time than expected. Within two weeks, skin was significantly clearer. Side effects were minimal. No red or dry patches.
Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Works well for acne, took for a week or two. Caused lots of irritation (burned) especially if I used daily.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: Acanya is awesome. I had a pizza face and my mom got me some to use; my acne started clearing up in a few hours, and now a week later my skin is completely clear.
Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: For me, Benzaclin works wonders. I'm a 37 year old male who had some problems with acne as a teenager. Accutane cleared those up. Unfortunately, my condition regressed as I got older. Benzaclin completely controls my acne. My skin clears up after using it for a week or so. I use it every evening. In the mornings, I use a topical moisturizer safe for oily skin to avoid dryness. Keep it out of your eyes-- it burns.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: My skin naturally is not that oily, and I was put on Acanya by my dermatologist. It was not only thick and white, but it dried out my skin very badly. It did somewhat help my acne, but it left my skin with bad marks, and dry to the point where I could not move it without pain. I did not like this medicine. I am off of it now and on a much better one that nourishes my skin as well as treats the acne. Acanya was just not for me.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I LOVE this product. I suffered from breakouts (not horrible) but enough to make me self-conscious about. It does not make your face dry, if anything it smooths it out. I use a tad in the morning and a whole pump at night all over my face. I haven't been getting pimples at all, except for a few that were unnoticeable. And it worked almost immediately. I also paired this with Solodyn tablets 55mg for only the first month. Amazing. If anyone has mild breakouts then I strongly recommend these 2 products. Good luck. This may not work for everyone, but if you have mild acne then I would go for it.
Benzaclin (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I am 18 and had mild acne before I started using this product. At least four days after using Benzaclin I definitely started noticing results, my face cleared up dramatically. I would wash my face at night, put it wherever I had acne then sleep with it on. If I ever had a pimple I would put the cream directly on it and it would dry out by the end of the day. Benzaclin is an amazing product and I would highly recommend it to anyone with acne problems.
Acanya (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: I have used this for a month and my skin is now fantastic! I also saw a difference in 3 days. I recommend this to anyone at any age who has this problem. I wish I had this 20 years ago.
Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: My 14 year old son has been using this cream for 2 weeks now. At first didn't make any difference but his skin is really clearing up now, hang in there it does work!
Duac (benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin) for Acne: This really works. I used it for a week and my acne cleared but I found out using a bit to much will dry your face up and itch badly, but worth it, well for me. I was also given DIFFERIN with it, makes a good combination.
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