Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical and Dry Skin: What Users Say (Page 4)

• Pho...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 23, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I've been putting up with acne for 3 years, and now have been using this product for a few months, and for me, it's the best solution to clear up my skin. I can also recommend Acnecide gel, which you don't have to get from the doctor, but it doesn't have antibiotics in it like Duac does, so it isn't as strong. It still works, though. I put my gel on and follow it up with an oil-free moisturizer, so it isn't dry, and I do this for my face, chest, and back. Incredible results. I'm so much more confident and never thought I had any hope of my skin clearing up. The only thing is you have to persist with it. I waited about a week for my doctor prescription to deliver to the pharmacy near me, and my skin got bad again within that time, but not as bad as it had been before."

• GSL...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 22, 2022

For Acne "I began using this 6 months after I developed 'mask-ne' (prior to this, I had balanced, clear skin). I specifically asked my doctor to prescribe me this because I'd used OTC BP products before, and I knew I'd be careful and resilient throughout the process. I actually used it once a day rather than twice a day, and even gave myself breaks once in a while so that my skin didn't become dependent on it. My skin was occasionally a bit dry, but I didn't purge (thank goodness!) and used plenty of moisturizer. Flash forward 6 months later and I only get one pimple or so a month, smooth skin and no bumps, and the only thing left are faint scars that I'm tackling with Vitamin C! I'm incredibly happy with my results and would recommend it to anyone wanting to clear their 'mask-ne' or acne."

• Dan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 16, 2021

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I found that it made my skin dry, red, and patchy. Dry/red/irritated skin, on top of acne, was not ideal! So I decided to come off it only 2 weeks into starting it. I know I should've probably given it a better chance, but I just thought it made me look 10 times worse than having acne alone! It made me look like I had another skin condition. It did dry out my skin majorly, and even 2 weeks later I still have the dry patches, although I am moisturizing well. For some that worry about oily skin contributing to acne, this could be a positive. I just note that it is a very, very harsh cream, and anything with the ability to bleach my towels would, in my opinion, be too harsh for my skin."

• Jac...
• January 26, 2015

For Acne "I have always had pretty minimal acne, thank goodness, but when I got pregnant and had babies, I feel like I experienced some hormonal acne during the process. After my second, when my body was regulating all the floods of hormones that come with birth, I gave this cream a shot because my breakouts seemed more than usual. Clindamycin phosphate and benzoyl peroxide gel, 1.2%/5%, made a world of difference for me! Because I read many reviews saying it could dry your skin out badly, after I rinsed my face with cool water, I would apply a small amount of moisturizer, then the gel right after the moisturizer before bedtime. I really like this product! It works great with my body chemistry."

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

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical 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."

• Mor...
• February 2, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "If I could give this a negative, I would. After one use, my skin was so tight and dry and looked as if I had leather for skin. My face became bright red like a sunburn. At first, I thought I was having an allergic reaction, and the leathery feeling was hives, so I took Benadryl. Nothing changed. I’m on day 3 and still have awful skin. I only used it once, and I want my money back. This is the worst skin cleanser I have ever used, and I advise anyone to use over-the-counter face wash instead."

• Anonymous
• March 27, 2008

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Works really well, but one side effect was that my face dried out."

• Anonymous
• July 11, 2009

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical 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."

• DSC...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 16, 2015

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Annoyed when they first gave me this, but it appears to be working well. Runs out fast, though, and dries out the skin a lot."

• Lit...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 17, 2017

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Less problem with dry skin if you use sparingly. One tube lasts me about 10 weeks, using daily on face, neck, and upper back."

• Aye...
• June 12, 2015

For Acne "It's been only two days, but I don't feel any itching or flakiness or redness. Is it normal, or does that mean the medicine isn't working? I feel a better texture on my face, though. Please help!"

• Fra...
• October 23, 2017

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Day 3 of Duac and all I'm experiencing is dry and flaky skin."