Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide topical User Reviews & Ratings (Page 5)

• TMa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2013

For Acne "I have been suffering from adult acne for over a year and finally plucked up the courage to see the dermatologist for the first time in my life, and boy, am I glad I did! I have been using Epiduo paired with an oral antibiotic (Solodyn) for about 1 1/2 months, and my skin already looks better. I did have the redness on my first application (like a sunburn), and there was a good amount of dryness around my mouth for the first few weeks, but if you stop applying to those dry areas, it gets better. I also experienced some burning - but only in the dry areas. I didn't really have an initial breakout, just a few little pimples that were NOTHING like the huge cysts that I had been so used to getting. Another pro - my skin is SO SOFT now."

• Chr...
• October 24, 2019

For Acne "This works, trust me. I never leave any product reviews, but I'm making an exception for this one as it has really helped with my acne problem, which, for those that have it, would know how much stress and anxiety it can cause. Acne may look worse the first few weeks or months, but definitely will see significant improvements over time."

• Sar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2014

For Acne "I could not even go more than a month using this due to the severe irritation it caused. I have very sensitive skin, and whenever I use this product, my skin immediately starts drying, burning, itching, and swelling a little, much like a sunburn. I read somewhere that this sunburn feeling is sometimes an effect of this medicine, but I just cannot keep using this medicine. No matter how much moisturizer I apply, the horrible feeling does not go away, which led me to have to put a cold and wet washcloth over my face just to soothe the burning feeling."

• NoM...
• July 6, 2009

For Acne "It seems to be helping a lot. First 2 weeks there was a mild peeling of skin (similar to mild sunburn), but now it is fine. I haven't tried many prescriptions (mostly cosmetic over-the-counter types), but if you are curious, try this. It's pricey though."

• Mot...
• July 18, 2013

For Acne "I have been using Epiduo for three months now. I was not seeing the results I wanted at first. My face was still breaking out and was very oily. My dermatologist told me to use a pea-sized amount for my whole face, as did the website. I read on the Epiduo site that using more would not help. So I kept using the pea-sized amount and kept breaking out. Last week at month three, I was ready to give up and say here is another product that failed to cure my acne. Instead, I decided to try using more of the product before giving up. Now I am using four pea-sized drops on my face. What a difference that made. For the first time in years, I am totally acne-free. So yes, 100%, it does work, just don't believe everything you hear, I guess."

• Syd...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 12, 2014

For Acne "I've used this product for about 1-2 months, and it is incredible. I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, so acne is a problem. Deep, sore, under-the-skin pimples would flare up and be so painful - no amount of expensive face wash would help. After Epiduo, I haven't had a single under-the-skin pimple! It's clearing out blackheads, too. You need to be really careful using it, though. Use too much, and your skin will be peeling for days on end. Use only a tiny bit on problem areas and ease yourself onto it. This is a great product that has really helped. My skin is loving it."

• Anonymous
• December 19, 2010

For Acne "I love this product. I've tried everything under the sun for my cystic acne. Epiduo is the only one that worked. I'm using it in addition to clindamycin lotion and doxycycline and have been using it all for about 5 days. I noticed a difference in my skin the very first day. I am experiencing some dryness and mild redness upon waking in the morning, but nothing a little Neutrogena lotion with SPF couldn't handle. Also, I would recommend drinking lots of water if you're on the regimen I am. Need to stay hydrated while using these medicines. Believe me, I'm a registered medical assistant. If Epiduo didn't work, I wouldn't be on here saying it does."

• Bot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2013

For Acne "I've been on Epiduo for about a month. And yes, for the first week and a half, maybe 2 weeks, my skin was irritated and it burned when I put the gel on. However, it subsides over time. Today, when I put it on, there is 0 irritation. Anyway, I had a breakout when I started, but right now, my skin is pretty clear and amazing compared to before. I do still get a few pimples here and there, but nothing major, and definitely not like anything compared to before. I will say that using Epiduo in the first month has its ups and downs. There'll be some days where you'll be like, 'This isn't even helping!' But just wait it out."

• ell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2023

For Acne "I’ve had Epiduo in the past with doxycycline, and it completely cleared my skin, including the scars. If you don’t want to go through purging, I would really recommend introducing it slowly into your skincare: once a week, then twice, and so on. If you have sensitive skin, do not use it every day, but every two evenings. If you use it every night, you might purge for up to 4 weeks, but the results are the same :) Some tips with Epiduo: wait 10 minutes before you moisturize, use a pea-sized amount, and be careful with your clothes! It stains literally every fabric that isn’t white. And keep going :)"

• Jum...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 11, 2014

For Acne "I have always had horrid acne, and nothing seemed to work. Tried Proactiv, and while it would work, the moment I skipped one day of treatment, I would break out. After years of fighting it, I went to my local Skin Institute, where they prescribed me Epiduo. It works, end of story. Now, for about the first month or two, it does dry the skin out, particularly around the lips and nose. What I found works is Aveeno facial moisturizers. They don't cause the skin to break out, and they help the affected areas. Within three months, my acne was noticeably better, and I'm very happy with it! Trust me, it is worth the wait!"

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2013

For Acne "I am 63 and still fighting acne. I have been doing so since I was a teen. I have tried everything with the exception of Accutane. I now take spironolactone and doxycycline every other day. I use Epiduo every night along with CeraVe cleanser and moisturizer. My skin is the best ever. It is clear, and when I start feeling a breakout, I immediately apply Epiduo. I am so happy with this product. My skin also looks younger. I would recommend this to anyone feeling frustrated after trying other medications that did not work. I found side effects minimal and manageable."

• hel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 5, 2019

For Acne "I have been taking Epiduo since last year, but I stopped when my face cleared up 100 percent. Until later this month, a makeup primer broke me out, so I started using Epiduo again. The first 4 weeks will be so bad, your face will be so dry, and it will keep peeling. You won't even be able to apply makeup, but trust me, it gets better. You actually start seeing results after that, and your skin gets used to it so that you don't experience any side effects anymore. Just make sure to stick with it and use an exfoliator and moisturizer at all times, and I promise your face will clear up."

• Eva...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2020

For Acne "I used Epiduo for about 2 months on my moderate comedonal acne. I began breaking out everywhere in places I normally wouldn’t. At first, I just thought it was purging, but it lasted for the whole time. I personally believe the Epiduo made my skin worse. It’s worth a try, but not for me!"

• Reb...
• January 8, 2015

For Acne "I have had acne since I was 11, and I'm 18 now. I tried everything, including Proactiv and Accutane. Nothing seemed to work, and even when my acne got better, I still had post-acne red marks. I started Epiduo about 2 weeks ago and already have seen amazing results. No new acne has come in, and I've coupled it with a Neutrogena alcohol-free toner to tackle the red marks. My skin looks better every day even though the marks aren't completely gone yet. My skin has not been dry, but I still use Cetaphil Sensitive Skin Lotion every night to keep it moisturized."

• Anonymous
• August 3, 2019

For Acne "I have recently suffered greatly with painful, red cystic acne all over both my cheeks, in particular my jawline. I have tried multiple oral treatments for periods of time, and nothing has worked due to it being a hormonal imbalance. As a last resort, I was prescribed Epiduo Gel. I used it for 2 nights with no problems. Then, on the third day, I woke up to about 6-7 new BIG spots on each cheek. I had already read that this product will make your skin bad before it gets better, but I was never expecting this, my skin has never been worse. Not only that, I applied the gel to the problem areas, and even for it to then BURN my face, I have now been left with significant burns and scaling, as well as big horrible spots and redness. The only way I can explain it is that it felt like I was putting acid onto my face, it is a really unpleasant process. If you have extremely sensitive, acne-prone skin, then I would not recommend it, it's very invasive and chemical-like. Hope this helps someone out."

• Vic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 28, 2016

For Acne "I'm 18, and I've had mild to moderate acne, including pimples and small bumps on my forehead and cheeks. I finally decided I had enough and was prescribed Epiduo. The first night, I only put it on for a couple of hours, and the following nights I put it on every other night. During the middle of week two, my skin became very sensitive, started to peel like a sunburn, and my face was slightly swollen. I patted on Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion and Cortisone 10 on the more severe parts for two days straight, all day. I also put a cold towel on my face, which helped a lot. It hurt, but it got better. Just be patient. I'm on week three, and my skin is almost clear! Overall, this stuff really works, but patience is very important."

• Mac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 24, 2020

For Acne "My 12-year-old son had blackheads and acne on his chin and forehead. The dermatologist recommended a low-dose antibiotic along with the Epiduo cream. At first, it didn't seem like it was working, but I think it was because he wasn't consistent with the applications. Now his face is glowing, and he's very happy with the results. He's been using it for two months."

• Hap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 8, 2014

For Acne "This stuff is awesome! I've had what looked like really bad heat rash on my face for a few years now, finally got sick of it and went to my dermatologist, and he prescribed Epiduo and gave me samples. Wasn't even done with my first sample and already saw a huge improvement. I'm one week on it now, and the bumps are GONE! This stuff is great, and I'm very hard to convince. Also, this is my first time to ever do a product review, that's how much I think this product needs to be promoted! It's awesome!"

• Ccj...
• July 6, 2019

For Acne "When first getting this medication, I’ll admit I used it maybe for 5 days and decided this really irritates my skin. Fast forward about a year, and I decided to take a slower approach and give this a chance. I didn’t use it every night, maybe 4 nights out of the 7, and my skin slowly adjusted. Let me just say this: you cannot use this medication for a week or even a month, for that matter, and expect an immediate result. My skin didn’t fully build up until about 3-4 months. I know that sounds like a while, but it’s worth the wait in my opinion. I now can use it morning and night without any effects. For those of you worried about irritation, I recommend a facial glowing oil. I tried it for the first time this year, and I’m over here wondering why I ever used moisturizer (because my skin soaks it up way too fast). Just hang in and don’t be afraid to give this a try."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2015

For Acne "I have only been using Epiduo for a few days, and I have already seen an improvement in my acne. However, my face burns every time I put it on. I've tried to use moisturizer, as my face is now extremely dry, but that hurt so much and made my face swell and go red! My face is so stiff and dry and hurts when I touch it! I have read these symptoms will go away, so hopefully, if I pursue, I will see an improvement."

• Wre...
• May 3, 2018

For Acne "So I have tried many products and pills having little to no results. I started struggling with acne during college, seemingly out of nowhere. Epiduo Forte is the ONLY thing that works for me. On the other reviews, some people reported having a burnt/fiery feeling on their face. I experienced this as well. This is what happens when you try to get your face used to the medication. I talked to my dermatologist, and he recommended cutting back from using it every night to every other night, which helped a lot! I also experienced an itching and peeling stage, which I would GLADLY go through again to get my face in the shape it’s in now! I wish I could upload photos of before and after this medicine. I don't wear any foundation or cover-up anymore because my skin literally glows! Do not be afraid to give Ep. Forte a try!!"

• LAu...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 30, 2013

For Acne "This product is great! I suffer from adult acne and I finally found something that works. At first, it used to burn my skin, so what I did was use a very small amount only for one hour every couple of days. Then, when the skin wasn't getting burned anymore, I used it for two hours, and then three, and so on. Now, I use it all night about three times a week, and my skin is 100% acne-free! Hope this helps!"

• Jen...
• February 24, 2016

For Acne "This is the first review I have ever written, but this product definitely deserved a review! I am 27 years old and have struggled with acne since I was 14! I have tried EVERYTHING!! I was dubious about trying another topical cream, especially after reading the reviews on this product and reading all the horror stories of it breaking people out more, etc. But I can honestly say straight from the beginning it worked! It started to clear everything up and clear my skin from the first use! No burning, etc., like everyone had mentioned. I would suggest applying a moisturizer on top of the cream to prevent dryness and flaking. But please do not be put off by the reviews as I almost was!"

• Kan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 16, 2019

For Acne "OKAY, so I had basically perfect skin all my life, and then all of a sudden I had terrible acne only on my forehead. Nothing worked, and then I got put on Tactupump Forte. The first couple of weeks to 2 months was brutal. I wanted to give up so badly. My face burned completely, all the way down to my cheeks, and my eyes were swollen every time I woke up in the morning. I stuck through it and believed in this cream because nothing else was working. Fast forward to almost 4 months on it, and I basically have clear skin. A minor breakout (1-2 pimples at most) here and there due to hormones, but other than that I can walk out with no makeup and feel so confident. If you’re starting this and your face is burning, I know it’s hard, but stick through it! You can do it! The results are so worth it, and I’d go through that terror all over again to have my clear skin back."

• SWa...
• September 4, 2018

For Acne "I’ve struggled with mild to moderate acne for 10 years (currently 25). For some unknown reason, my acne recently worsened, so I finally decided to see my doctor and discuss treatment options. Week 1: My skin was very dry and flaky, my pimples started to dry up, and new pimples were less frequent. Week 2: Skin was still dry and flaky, but not as bad as week 1. Again, fewer new pimples were popping up, and old pimples started to reduce in size. Week 3: The purge! Suddenly (overnight), a lot of pimples came out of nowhere, which I was expecting, but was still a bit alarming. One thing I noticed was that although there were a lot of new pimples, they were healing very quickly. Week 4: Clear skin! For the first time in a long time, my skin is 95% clear. I will continue the treatment for at least another two months just to make sure my acne doesn’t come back, then I’ll start to tone down the treatment. Conclusion: Acne sucks, but this medication worked for me. Be patient."