Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical and Dryness: What Users Say (Page 3)

• Ell...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 19, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I'm a 13-year-old girl going through puberty, and of course, puberty brings a bunch of annoying problems, including acne. My acne is mild, but a few have pus in them, and I'd rather not have that. I've had spots for about 3 years now (the first year only using drugs over the counter), and my spots wouldn't disappear after that first year. I went to see the doctor as I had started to get bacne (back acne). He prescribed Duac, once-daily gel. I honestly think Duac is the best thing I've ever used on my skin. I personally didn't experience any dryness or peeling, and I think that's because I put a thin layer over my face and washed my face every morning and night with a good acne-banishing facial wash (such as Vichy). A few days, no spots!!"

• Anonymous
• December 8, 2009

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical 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."

• sun...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 7, 2020

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I've been using Onexton on my acne for 4 years with success. I use it before I go to bed at night and also wear it under my makeup during the day (it's better than generic because it doesn't cake). I used to get horrible, painful cystic acne before I started it. I'm 95% clear now with an occasional spot or two around my period. The overall texture of my face looks way smoother too. Despite some reviews, I do not find it drying at all. (I also apply prescription tretinoin every couple of days, which does dry me out). My confidence has gone way up since starting Onexton."

• Sar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 20, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I was prescribed this by the doctor. She never mentioned that it could make my skin raw, dry, flaky, etc., so when I read reviews, I was a bit afraid to use it. I didn't slather it on but put it on the spots directly (though it says it's not for that). I figured if they dried out, it wouldn't be too bad. I tried this, and I thought it was really gentle. I had no red, dry skin, the spots looked smaller...this made me think that maybe mine was out of date or hadn't been kept in the fridge before use, like it says to do. Maybe I just have really resilient skin (as I have had acid peels). So for me, this was good. My skin isn't perfect, but the big spots I used to get are a thing of the past, and any new ones shrink quickly."

• Ann...
• March 1, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "First time I tried this, it left me with VERY red, itchy, and dry skin for at least a week, so I took a gap and coated my face in coconut oil instead for a week to help it. I then went back onto it, using a little less than before, but also I swapped my moisturizer with coconut oil. My skin is still dry and can get itchy, but the redness has totally gone down, the red acne scarring on my face has gone down a lot, and it's only been two weeks. Very impressed."

• Gir...
• February 20, 2017

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I used this cream for my acne, and about 3 months later, it cleared up my skin. However, it did leave my skin itchy, dry, and very red. I stopped using the cream for about a month and use it occasionally when I get a spot, but when I go to take it off, I have a red mask on! It's worse than having spots, to be fair. I have red patches everywhere, and it takes a while to go. Does anyone know how to get rid of the red itchy skin?"

• Nik...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 16, 2019

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I have suffered from moderate acne after going off birth control, which messed up my hormonal balance. I have tried countless over-the-counter creams/masks, including retinoid treatments that cause severe dryness with eczema patches. This is the only medication that doesn’t cause any noticeable side effects with noticeable results within a week! The number one complaint I see is dryness, which can be completely solved by applying a generous amount of cream like CeraVe right after application."

• hay...
• November 12, 2015

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I am 22 years old, and in the last couple of years, my skin has gone through some changes. I have oily/combo skin and acne-prone. I went to the dermatologist hoping for a simple fix product, as I was only trying to control small breakouts. I did not go in with terrible acne, maybe like 3 active pimples. He prescribed Onexton and Epiduo. Told me to use Epiduo at night and Onexton during the day. I had to stop using Epiduo after one week because it was so terribly drying, it was changing my skin color. I continued Onexton, and my skin got so much WORSE. I continued using for 3 weeks and decided to stop because my breakouts were out of control. I've never had skin this bad before. Switching to an all-natural routine. Fingers crossed."

• Uri...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 30, 2014

For Acne "Have been using for the past 3 years or so and is truly a wonder medicine. Clears up any acne, and I have a routine where I put it on before bed each night. Once you find your 'perfect' amount of gel to apply, you'll find your face to be pimple-free and soft. Don't worry about dryness, that only occurs if you apply way too much medicine. Seriously, would recommend this to anyone who struggles with acne, and that I can guarantee you'll love it and stick with it, just like I have!"

• nic...
• September 7, 2013

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I have only been using Duac gel for three days now, so far, it has evened out my skin a lot in terms of redness and improved my spots from the first application. It does seem my spots are getting slightly worse, but I think it has to get worse in order to get better. I do get a bit of dryness, but no other side effects. So far, very impressed."

• Alp...
• January 31, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I've never used any type of acne medication. I've been using this for a week now, and I can see a big improvement. The only problems I see are that it leaves my skin extremely dry and itchy, which is irritating. But hey, no more acne! ^-^ I would recommend it as long as you have an extremely good moisturizer!"

• Jes...
• January 21, 2014

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I've only been using this for 4 days so far. I put it all over my face because it says to use on the 'area' that is spot-prone, and all of my face gets spotty, though not at the same time. I have pretty sensitive skin anyway, but this stuff burns! And my face is red raw for the next 3 or 4 hours. I put it on in the evening, and by morning, I'm no longer red and stinging. It has also made me extremely dry and flaky and tight-skinned, which is to be expected, but I can't bear it, so I put on moisturizer almost immediately afterwards, which may be slowing down the process. It hasn't helped my acne yet, but I'm hoping with a little patience and pain tolerance it will do the job!"

• JIL...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2015

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I have been dealing with adult acne for years. The product does work, but I had to give it a little time. It's been close to a month, and my skin is almost clear. I did have a few breakouts last week, but they were gone 2 days later. I also experienced some dryness and peeling after washing my face with Proactiv and applying Onexton right after. The other thing I noticed was unbearable stomach and leg cramps the first day of my period. I usually get cramps, but 1 Tylenol normally does the trick; not this time. My cheeks are a little rosier than normal, and my chin, which is where I apply most of the medicine, is turning a bit yellow (weird). I think it's worth a shot, but get in tune with your body in case there are any side effects."

• ICa...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 22, 2021

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I worked very well, my acne is gone, even after many months! I ruined a set of bed sheets and two sets of bath towels because it stains, but I would do it again if need be. I'm 29 and was having hormonal acne on the jawline and chin area. I started using every other day at first for the skin to get used to it and then every day at nighttime, only for 28 days, and it was enough. The skin does get a little red and dry, but manageable."

• Whi...
• July 16, 2019

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I was prescribed this by my doctor for some minor cystic acne around my chin (I'm in my mid-20s). I used it as instructed, knowing that due to the benzoyl peroxide, it would irritate and dry the skin initially, but after five days, I just had to stop. My skin became raw, red, flaky, excoriated, discolored, and painfully dry. It made my skin WORSE, instead of a few ugly spots, I now had angry, red, peeling patches on my face, and for nearly a week, I had to slather on liberal amounts of moisturizer and bio-oil just to keep the itchiness, irritation, and pain of my dry cracked skin down to tolerable levels. Five days of using Duac, and it took my skin over a week to get to the point where I don't have to layer on moisturizer to get through the day (still not even back to where it was pre-Duac), and the worst part was, it didn't even help with the spots! They're still there. Completely useless, made my skin so much worse. 100% would not recommend."

• Ano...
• February 1, 2015

For Acne "I cannot tell you how much this has changed my life! I was always afraid to go to the dermatologist because it would cost too much. Finally, I sucked it up and went. I was prescribed clindamycin phosphate benzoyl peroxide gel for morning application and adapalene for at night. The gel does dry your face out, more when you first start using it. At first, my face was really irritated and red after applying, and it lasted for about a month. I stuck through it, and it was so worth it. I might get a pimple every few months now, and I suffered from cystic acne before. I really, really suggest sticking with it even though it will burn your face for the first few weeks."

• Fro...
• September 18, 2009

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "This really works. I used it for a week, and my acne cleared, but I found out using a bit too much will dry your face up and itch badly, but worth it, well, for me. I was also given Differin with it, makes a good combination."

• Anonymous
• December 30, 2010

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "This is the most amazing product I've ever used in my life! I absolutely love it. I don't have any acne on my face, but I do get the occasional pimple. The problem area for me is my back and shoulders, and I've tried everything for my body, and this is the only product that cleared up my body acne. Although it's pricey and doesn't last very long, it's WELL worth it if you use it discreetly. When I use Benzaclin on my face, it clears up my pimples within a few hours! Now I hardly get pimples! But the downfall here is that my face gets dry, but it's gotten better now. I absolutely love this product."

• Sha...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 9, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I was starting to get really bad breakouts all over my face, and I started to get really down about it. Every day I would wake up with a new spot, and this ranged from blackheads, whiteheads to painful under-the-skin spots. I went to my doctor to ask for help clearing my skin up, and he gave me Duac gel. In one word - AMAZING! I realize this may not work for everyone, but it certainly has for me. I cut out using all of the other products I was using and applied Duac to any problem areas. It took a week or so to really see the results, but my skin is the clearest it has been in a long time, and I have my confidence back! It can cause slight dryness/peeling, but if you put E45 cream on these areas before bed, it keeps skin smooth and fixes this! I hope it works for everyone the way it worked for me :)"

• Em ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 10, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "This gel is the best thing ever!!! Really works to get rid of spots both on the surface of the skin and underneath the skin. I suffer with breakouts, especially during exam season, and without Duac, I dread to think what my skin would be like. Works a dream! However, it is quite drying, so I would recommend using a moisturizer such as E45 to avoid dry, flaky skin. Overall, an amazing product :)"

• Em ...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 10, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "This gel is the best thing ever!!! Really works to get rid of spots both on the surface of the skin and underneath the skin. I suffer with breakouts, especially during exam season, and without Duac, I dread to think what my skin would be like. Works a dream! However, it is quite drying, so I would recommend using a moisturizer such as E45 to avoid dry, flaky skin. Overall, an amazing product :)"

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 27, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Used to get blackheads under the skin which I used to try and pop, causing an infection and a full-blown pimple, but the Duac got rid of all the clogged pores beneath the skin in just 3 days! However, at the moment, my skin feels really dry, leathery, tight, and itchy, but having read the other comments, I will persist as it’s doing the job and seems like a common side effect!"

• Rad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 4, 2017

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "It's expensive, but it WORKS! My insurance covers it, so I basically had a risk-free try. I'll definitely be refilling my prescription. I bought Proactiv, and after a month, I was seeing the results I wanted, so my doctor prescribed this. I use it at night, as it can dry the face. I use Spectro to wash my face day and night. It helps with the dryness. But honestly, it's been a couple of weeks, and my present acne is already fading. I had maybe one zit come up, and it isn't all nasty, and it's shrinking. I highly recommend, especially if you have an oil problem."

• Chr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• May 21, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I had been suddenly breaking out like crazy. Some huge cystic bumps and everything. I was using Aczone, and it worked pretty well in the past, but wasn't really helping with this. I was waking up with new bumps every day even with the Aczone on overnight. I started Onexton, and it's been about 2 weeks now. I have not had one new zit appear since starting this medication. All the pimples I had are gone. So, I'd say this has been a miracle for me. The only negative is it can be drying. That seems to be subsiding, and a good moisturizer helps."

• JJs...
• May 17, 2016

For Acne "My 15-year-old daughter has suffered from acne since she was 13 or so. It had gotten really bad this year, mainly all over her forehead, leaving dark marks (we're African Americans). We tried home remedies and OTC stuff, which just didn't seem to do anything. So, I decided to take her to see a dermatologist (4/28/2016), hoping for some type of antibiotics. Instead, she prescribed benzoyl peroxide/clindamycin (1x a day for the first 2 weeks then 2x a day after), Neutrogena Ultra Gentle wash, and Aveeno 30 SPF moisturizer. 5/16/2016, her face is so much better, no new acne, and spots fading fast! Yes, she has had some drying, but we just make sure to exfoliate 2x a week with a sugar and raw honey mixture. Hardly any dark marks at all in just 3 weeks!"