Adapalene / benzoyl peroxide topical and Peeling: What Users Say (Page 2)

• che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2014

For Acne "I have suffered from acne for about 5 years and have tried many, many over-the-counter products. NOTHING worked. So I went to my dermatologist, and she prescribed me Epiduo along with some other products. Within 3 days, I could tell a difference in my acne. Then, after a week, my face began burning when I applied the Epiduo and peeling. I continued using the Epiduo, and the burning and peeling stopped after a week. I've been on it for 3 weeks now, and my acne is going away. But let me warn you, DO NOT overuse this product. Only use once a day."

• San...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 20, 2019

For Acne "I am a male in my early 20s who has had acne for several years, getting both cysts and bad pimples, which has left me a couple of scars. I was on antibiotics, but these weren't hugely effective. My doctor prescribed me Epiduo as I was still getting spots. For the first time in years, I have gone months being spot-free. For the first few weeks to a month, the cream does burn, may cause skin peeling and extra redness. It even stings a little to put moisturizer on. However, once this initial period passes, the cream is painless, and you only have to apply it at night, which is really convenient. After about a month (may differ depending on the individual), my skin had literally stopped getting pimples. If nothing else has worked for your acne yet, I would really recommend this cream."

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 22, 2019

For Acne "This is my first month using Epiduo. The first 3 weeks, I saw no difference. This week, my skin started burning badly, then I got more acne, and it's red. When I wash my face, it just burns. Right now, my face is peeling. I'm even scared to go to school because I look bad."

• Lau...
• April 7, 2021

For Acne "I started Epiduo early December 2020 for my moderate/severe acne, so it’s been about 4 months now. I started because I suffered from mostly closed comedones and had super textured skin. Even if there were no red pimples, my skin would look really bumpy in certain lighting, and it made makeup look nasty. I was told to use it every other night for 2 weeks, then use it every night. I think I ignored my doctor (don’t do that) and just started using it every night right off the bat. It did make my skin super red and flaky for a bit, so get a good moisturizer (I use CeraVe moisturizing cream). It made my skin a lot worse in the first month and a half, but at 3 months, my skin was pretty much clear, just a few scars remaining. At this point, my skin is clear (I’ve never had clear skin, so woohoo!). My skin is starting to get really dry again, so I’m gonna start using it every other day again and see how that works. Just stay patient with it."

• 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."

• 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!!"

• 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."

• 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."

• 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."

• Fal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2014

For Acne "I started using Epiduo, and it was working perfectly. Then, one day around my eyebrows started to hurt, then, the next day, the skin was peeling. It wasn't sunburn for sure because there was no sunshine for days. I put the lotion on it, and it stung. Three days later, my skin is still peeling, it hurts when I touch it, and my acne is back."

• 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!"

• Kel...
• June 28, 2014

For Acne "I am very happy with my skin now that I have been using Epiduo consistently for about 9 months. After the first 4 months, just about all of my acne was gone, and now almost all of my acne scars have disappeared. My method is: I use a Clarisonic twice a day with Eucerin face wash. Eucerin is the best product for me in terms of lotions and face washes/body washes because my sensitive skin needs something gentle that won't irritate it. Every night after washing my face, I apply one pump of Epiduo evenly on my face, wait at least 10 minutes, and apply Eucerin lotion. The reason I gave this product 9/10 is because the first few weeks of using this product, the skin on my face was red, itchy, and flaky. Also, I can't expose myself to sunlight."

• Moo...
• May 8, 2015

For Acne "I've only been on Epiduo for around 2 months, but combined with the doxycycline tablets I was prescribed, the results have been amazing. I still have a fair bit of scarring that needs to fade, but the skin on my face feels smooth for the first time in 7 years. While using these medicines, I did experience severe dry skin and therefore peeling, as well as irritated skin once the peeling stopped. But all of this is small when the end goal is in the picture. I would highly recommend Epiduo!"

• Ang...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• August 9, 2015

For Acne "This product has worked 100% for me. It did take a full 3 months to show full effect, but truly-that's it-one year on and I no longer have acne at all, ever-gone!!! I have had regular breakouts since I was a teenager, and at age 42 I had finally had enough of the itchy lumps and bumps. Sometimes these spots would come to a head, other times, just linger for weeks. My face looked dirty and dull and often felt sore either before I squeezed a spot or after. I was prescribed Epiduo by my GP in Australia, and although I did have some initial redness, soreness, and peeling, my skin quickly adjusted and now, for the first time since I was 10 years old, my skin is clear, every day, all year round. No breakouts, I just wish I'd given it a try years ago."

• Hea...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 25, 2016

For Acne "I'm in my 4th month of Epiduo, and I'm finally seeing amazing results! My doctor told me that I would not be impressed with it during the first couple of months, but to stick with it.. and let me tell you that was HARD! I had terrible peeling and redness and didn't think I would ever heal. But then, after the 3rd month, my skin cleared and the redness went away! I see myself in the mirror and can't believe it's me! My skin looks normal and so much more healthy. I didn't realize that besides the acne, my pores were just dirty and my skin was uneven. Now my pores seem smaller, and I have a nice glow. I never skip a night of using it because I don't want to ever go back to my old skin. Stick with it, it's so worth it!!!"

• Lov...
• October 19, 2020

For Acne "I have been using Epiduo for close to two months now. I had never had really bad acne until about a year ago, and I decided to go to the doctor to get some help. She put me on a month of doxycycline, new products, a change of birth control, and Epiduo. I was worried because I read reviews about Epiduo that everyone seemed to experience awful dryness, peeling, burning, and purging of their skin. I started only 3x a week because I was scared of this, but I didn’t have any issues the first few times. Then, as I worked up to every night, I still didn’t have any burning sensation at all. I have seen a dramatic difference in my acne also. I barely have any pimples and just have fading scars. I use simple Cerave products and use Epiduo every night, but my doctor recommended that I wash my face, moisturize, then put the medicine on and rub it in with a bit more moisturizer. No idea if that had something to do with preventing the hard part of this cream, but I see amazing results."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 20, 2015

For Acne "My skin had a very nasty breakout after almost 10 years of no acne whatsoever (I'm 34 now). I have oily/combination skin and went on antibiotics/adapalene/topical solutions, but nothing really helped. Finally, my dermatologist suggested that I try Epiduo as a night treatment (along with my daily moisturizer, Avene Cleanance Expert - another miracle product). Honestly, it only got worse before it started getting better. My skin got almost burned, it peeled badly, and was really irritated. Somehow, very slowly and gradually, it started clearing up. Now, after using Epiduo every other night for the last 3 months, my skin has almost minimal breakouts, looks and feels smoother, and I'm on my way to reclaiming my lost clear skin and self-esteem."

• Kal...
• April 25, 2015

For Acne "I would like to share my experience. I have had acne for a long time. I tried all products and acne treatments. Then, when my friend suggested epiduo gel to me, saying it works wonders. When I started using it, the first week it became hell, my face became red, peeling, and dry. But I paused for 5 days and used an oil-free moisturizer. After that, I started using epiduo again every alternative day, it worked amazing. I usually don't write reviews but want to help all acne sufferers and tell them that this medicine helped a lot, and I'm so happy my skin looks so good-no breakouts, nothing. But yes, you need to choose a good moisturizing cream. Also, very important: drink lots of water and don't be disappointed because when you start epiduo gel, it will really break out the first week. At that time, just pause two to three days and start using the moisturizer."

• ste...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 4, 2016

For Acne "I had basically perfect skin until my freshman year of college. My doctor prescribed this to me, and it worked for my acne on my chin the next day and basically cleared my forehead. After using it once a day, my skin became dry and irritated. It was flaky, and my skin broke out because of the dead skin on my face. It really doesn't work anymore, and I keep trying it, but now I realize it's too harsh for my skin and I should use something lighter. Also, any type of moisturizer on my face made it burn like hell."

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 18, 2019

For Acne "This prescription, Epiduo, is amazing. I’ve had no dry skin, no burning or peeling of skin. I’ve been on it for about 3 weeks now, and I’ve noticed a huge difference in my skin. Pimples are disappearing almost overnight. I would highly recommend this product. Too bad it’s so expensive, though."

• Gri...
• August 19, 2014

For Acne "I am a 21-year-old college student who has been suffering from mild to moderate acne since middle school. Now, I guess I'd consider myself to have adult acne due to hormones. I have never been on any forms of birth control (mainly scared of possible weight gain). I have literally gone to pharmacies every few months and tried something different for my acne. I would make a list, and I am telling you just about EVERY brand, product, etc. was on there. I was prescribed Epiduo at night and Aczone for the mornings. WOW, WHAT AN AMAZING COMBINATION. I am clear of whiteheads and active zits and now am only battling with scarring. PLEASE give it a try. It took about a solid month to work. I didn't peel either."

• Jay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2018

For Acne "This gel, combined with a daily dosage of doxycycline, completely transformed my skin! I was a bit skeptical to take it after reading reviews, but I realized what I had to lose? Best decision ever! Within three months, my skin has completely cleared. At first, my skin got really itchy and flaky, but I just added more moisturizer and hydrating serums into my skin care routine, and I’m fine. Honestly, just try it. It might just work!"

• pii...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• November 14, 2016

For Acne "Epiduo literally changed my life. Had acne since I was 13 years old. Started using Epiduo when I was 28. Now I'm 29. It cleared up my face amazingly! No more scars, no pimples, and it helps keep me looking younger because it is a retinoid. I must say though, that the first 2 months of using it, I broke out really bad. Dry skin, peeling, burning skin whenever I was sweating, and lots of pimples! But the dermatologist had forewarned me that it was my face purging all the pimples and bacteria that was lying beneath the surface of my face's exterior surface level. So after sticking with it for those grueling 2 months, I saw my scars fading, blackheads and cystic pimples slowly disappearing, and my face is more clear and smoother. Don't even need to use makeup anymore!"

• Aly...
• April 17, 2017

For Acne "I'm 18 years old. My acne started very severely when I was 16, and I was given medication by a dermatologist when it was at its worst. After a year, the pills stopped working, and my face broke out with giant, dark red cysts. I was then prescribed Epiduo. Not gonna lie, it was painful at first; my face was the darkest shade of red, super flaky, and burned something awful. Applying lotion to try and stop the peeling stung, and I was so embarrassed to go to school looking like I'd gotten the worst sunburn ever. After a little over a month of this, I became discouraged, BUT I continued using it, and I'm glad I did. My face is no longer red, and my acne is almost completely cleared up. STICK WITH IT! I've been using it for over a year now. It works!"

• Bri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 26, 2017

For Acne "I'm 35 years old and never had acne until about 10 years ago, after I had my first child. My dermatologist prescribed Epiduo after I tried every possible over-the-counter acne treatment at home. It takes about 6 weeks to start seeing results. At first, I still broke out, then my skin turned red and started to peel. I started using moisturizer, which burned and didn't even help, BUT I stuck with it. At about the 6th week, those side effects subsided, and I no longer have breakouts. My skin is no longer peeling and red and is silky soft, with acne scars diminishing daily. THE BEST STUFF EVER!"