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Acanya and Stinging: What Users Say

Stinging: mentioned by 4 users (7.1%)

Based on user experiences from 56 Acanya reviews, the following table shows the most commonly mentioned side effects.

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burning 17.9%
dry skin 8.9%
redness 8.9%
itching 7.1%
peeling 7.1%
stinging 7.1%
dryness 5.4%

Reviews for Acanya

Showing 4 reviews tagged with "stinging". Clear filters to view all 56 reviews.
Commonly mentioned side effects
  • Anonymous
  • December 8, 2009

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."

2 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • October 25, 2010

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."

9 / 10
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  • Anonymous
  • August 29, 2012

For Acne "I am 38 and haven't had much of a problem with acne since I was a teenager until I had my first child. After having my now 2-year-old son, my skin just started looking worse and worse, and nothing I was doing was making it better. I even bought a Clarisonic (made it worse). So I went to the dermatologist, and she gave me Acanya and said to use it once a day. This is only my third day using it, and the difference is dramatic already. Not every single bump and mark has cleared up yet, but I would say 50-70% of my acne is already gone or almost gone. Yes, it does sting a little, I try to not use too much and hope I get used to this or my skin adjusts. Either way, I love this product and can't believe I didn't go to a dermatologist sooner."

10 / 10
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  • lov...
  • January 25, 2012

For Acne "This product is amazing! I have gone through one bottle and am on to my second. It stings a little at first, but then it goes away. My skin is the clearest it's ever been. I have tried everything from homemade remedies to high-end expensive products, and nothing has worked for me the way Acanya has."

9 / 10
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