Benzaclin and Dry Skin: What Users Say

• cal...
• May 27, 2015

For Acne "My doctor prescribed Benzaclin after my other acne medicine stopped working for me. The first month was rough, my skin was really dry, and it peeled a lot. Things got better, my face cleared up. I did get some breakouts here and there, but with a pea-sized amount of Benzaclin, it would shrink and dry out my pores and pimples. If you do not see results within a week or two, do not stop applying Benzaclin! The first 6-8 weeks may be rough, but it really does clear up your skin. And my scars have faded. Do not over-apply the medicine, it can cause over-dryness of the face and excessive peeling. Hope Benzaclin will help you beat acne like it helped me!"

• lun...
• April 9, 2015

For Acne "I absolutely love this product. I had severe acne since I was 11, and nothing worked on my skin. When I was 14, I tried Clindoxyl gel for 8 months and saw little to no effect. It only made my skin drier than before. I went to my doctor and asked for a solution, and she prescribed Benzaclin Gel. I applied it every single night after washing my face, and within a month I saw results. My skin was brighter, and my acne had almost completely stopped after 2 months of using it. After the third month, my skin was amazing and had no breakouts at all. I started to use the Oil Cleansing Method, and my skin was better than it had ever been. After I stopped the Gel, my acne came back within 2 weeks. I am using it again now, and my skin is better than ever."

• Mak...
• August 21, 2014

For Acne "I have severely oily skin! I mean, I have to blot my face several times a day to literally keep from looking like I rubbed baby oil on my face! I used the medicine as a teen, and it worked wonders! Now I'm 25, and my dermatologist says I still have the skin of a 16-year-old (the oil-producing cells in your body are supposed to stop working as well as you age, which is the cause of wrinkles, but mine shows zero sign of slowing down). Anyway, the dermatologist put me on Tazorac, which is supposed to fix that. It worked okay for a few weeks, but still super oily! I asked him for this medicine because I remembered it working so well for me! I've only been on it a week, and wow, I can already see a difference! And for someone with as much oil as me, I appreciate the drying effect of this."

• Tay...
• November 18, 2016

For Acne "I started Benzaclin a little over a week ago, on November 9th, 2016. My face was covered in little acne bumps that gave my skin an awful skin texture, and when I wore foundation, you could see just how bad it was, especially in the light. I also had hormonal acne on my chin and a little bit on my jawline. The tiny bumps on my skin are already mostly gone, the skin texture is so smooth and soft. My face is obviously really dry from this, but it's not uncontrollably dry. I just use a really good moisturizer during the day. With this week being very busy for me with school, I haven't been eating my usual healthy diet, and I still haven't been breaking out as I normally do if I eat poorly. This stuff is amazing, and I'm seeing great results."

• Any...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 27, 2020

For Acne "I have struggled with acne ever since I was 9 years old. After three years of horrible acne all over my body, I was taken to a dermatologist who prescribed an antibiotic pill for a few months (tetracycline) and Benzaclin. Now that I am in my 20s, my acne has lessened, and I have kept it at bay by washing my face 2x daily with Cetaphil and using a vitamin C serum before bed. Until now, I still use Benzaclin for particularly difficult pimples and cysts that won't go away. It is a very effective spot treatment but will dry your skin and make it feel tight and uncomfortable if used in excess. Use this medication at night and wear sunscreen on your face because this cream makes your skin very sensitive to the sun."

• Bea...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 29, 2013

For Acne "I absolutely love this product. I am 15 years old, and this thing is a lifesaver. I use it every night before bed on my back, shoulders, chest, and face. It clears my skin up in a couple of days. The only downside I would say is that it dries out your skin a lot. I have fairly oily skin too. But I use moisturizer, so it isn't too much of a problem. I recommend it to my friends all the time."

• Ano...
• August 12, 2015

For Acne "Wow, this product is awesome! I have only been on it for a week now, and I'm seeing impressive results. I'm a teenager, and I have mild acne, and I've been struggling with it since I was 10. I figured it's about time to put an end to this, and I went to my doctor, and she prescribed this medicine. I have scars and occasionally really big pimples that hurt. This product magically reduces the size of your pimples. However, I will warn people that this medicine also dries your skin out and can cause flaking and peeling. So, use a moisturizer to counter the drying effect, and you should be all set. And make sure to wash your face too to prevent further acne! Other than this minor issue, it's a great product so far."

• cha...
• February 9, 2017

For Acne "So far, I have only been on this for two weeks, and it has already drastically helped my skin! The pharmacy noted that it can take 8 weeks for a pimple to form, so the best results you'll see in two months. But two weeks, and I'm already so happy with this topical gel for my face! It does really dry your skin out, so I highly recommend using a really good face cream (I'm using Nivea Mattify, so it doesn't have to be a medicated or even an expensive cream, just find a good one that won't clog your pores), and I only use the gel when I go to sleep at night, not twice a day, so I recommend doing this (even just to start). If your doctor does want you to use it twice a day, ease your way in. The first 4 days, I only put it on for 2 hours to let my skin get used to it."

• Nas...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 18, 2019

For Acne "I had used Benzaclin for more than 6 months. It really helps while you use it. As soon as I stop using it, my acne eventually returns. It also makes your skin very dry. But if I use it constantly, my skin is very clean, smooth, and without acne."

• kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2017

For Acne "I was prescribed Benzaclin because, after going off the pill after about 7 years of use, my skin began to break out like crazy. I tried pretty much every home remedy and over-the-counter acne product I could find with no success. Within 3 days of using this cream twice daily, my acne was pretty much all cleared without any new breakouts. Still have to see the long-term effectiveness, but overall would highly recommend. The only side effect I have experienced is really dry skin, especially around existing breakouts, but it's nothing a moisturizer can't fix."

• Lia...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 14, 2018

For Acne "This stuff is amazing for clearing your skin. Only downside is it can make your skin quite dry. I would recommend making a natural blend of honey, used coffee granules, and oatmeal to exfoliate the dry skin. If you're struggling with acne, I would definitely recommend trying this product out."

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2008

For Acne "Works really well, but one side effect was that my face dried out."

• Anonymous
• July 11, 2009

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."