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

• jus...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 27, 2017

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "Just want to start by stating my skin type. I get bad breakouts, and that's why I am on Duac. I'd say I have 'normal' skin, as it doesn't tend to be dry or oily. I would describe my acne as not extremely severe, it can flare up pretty bad, and when it's at its worst, it can sometimes actually hurt. To the point, I'm on this product a few months now. After about a month or so, I THOUGHT it was working, but my breakouts are still happening just as bad, it does not prevent them at all! Now, I've had a bad breakout for the past week and a half, and it hasn't helped all that much. I use Duac at nighttime because I find that's what suits me best. I have a strict nighttime routine. I cleanse, moisturize, and then apply my Duac. It flakes so bad! Will be discontinuing."

• gon...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 11, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I'm 33 and have had moderate acne for most of my adult life. The worst ones start really deep, so I can't pop them, leaving me with a dime-sized red mark until it gets to the surface. I've tried Murad, Proactiv, and over-the-counter stuff, but it made my skin flaky. Benzaclin took about 2 weeks before I saw results. It made my skin dry, but I increased the time between applying to every 36 hours, which helped. I get about one zit a week, but no more really deep ones. I use it sparingly, and it lasts 4 months. Highly recommended."

• san...
• February 4, 2018

For Acne "I have very dry skin, but my acne started to flare up when I turned 15. I got little bumps that wouldn’t leave on my cheeks and forehead, plus cystic acne on my cheeks and chin. I knew it was hormonal, so I went to my doctor for birth control. However, she prescribed me this along with the birth control. I saw results almost immediately. I get almost no cysts, just a few zits every now and then. I’m four months into the medication, and it looks pretty good. There is a con to it, though. My severe dry skin was made so much worse. The skin around my eyes flakes, peels, and is red. I peel on my hairline (I don't put medication there or on my eyes). It took forever to find a moisturizer that worked, but I haven’t found an eye cream that doesn’t burn my eyes. Overall, I’m happy being somewhat acne-free. Someone with oily skin might have less of the side effects I’m having."

• san...
• February 4, 2018

For Acne "I have very dry skin, but my acne started to flare up when I turned 15. I got little bumps that wouldn’t leave on my cheeks and forehead, plus cystic acne on my cheeks and chin. I knew it was hormonal, so I went to my doctor for birth control. However, she prescribed me this along with the birth control. I saw results almost immediately. I get almost no cysts, just a few zits every now and then. I’m four months into the medication, and it looks pretty good. There is a con to it, though. My severe dry skin was made so much worse. The skin around my eyes flakes, peels, and is red. I peel on my hairline (I don't put medication there or on my eyes). It took forever to find a moisturizer that worked, but I haven’t found an eye cream that doesn’t burn my eyes. Overall, I’m happy being somewhat acne-free. Someone with oily skin might have less of the side effects I’m having."

• SOP...
• July 16, 2015

For Acne "I've only been using Duac for a couple of days, and I see some improvement! I know a lot of people get side effects such as a burning face and flaky skin, but I didn't get any of this, only a bit of dry skin around the spots. The first few days I used it, it made all my spots into whitehead spots! It's a really good cream to try out if you're running out of ideas! My doctor prescribed me this and advised me to use it every night before I go to sleep."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 29, 2016

For Acne "I've been taking this for almost a week. It kind of made my skin not look that bad, but after putting on the gel, moisturizer, and SPF, the mixture makes my face peel and it's annoying. I use it day and night. And my skin is even drier than before I took this."

• Cut...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2018

For Acne "I was breaking out so much. I'm 57, and I've never had a problem with breakouts. I've taken myself off of an antidepressant and tranquilizer, plus I've developed diabetes 2, and I'm thin. All of the above, and I'm breaking out. This cream does wonders for me. I highly recommend it. Also, use sparingly. I was piling it on, and my face started peeling. I used moisturizer, and all was fine."

• ian...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 26, 2018

For Acne "After about a week of applying this every morning, I've already noticed that my face has become much clearer. I've also been prescribed doxycycline tablets along with adapalene gel, however, this has been working the best. It has really started to smooth out my skin as well as reduce the redness of pimples. The one downside is it can make your face dry and make the top layer of your skin peel."

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 18, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "This medication is terrible. I had only a bit of acne when my GP recommended this. Taking this was the worst decision of my life. It made my acne only slightly better, but in exchange, I got extremely red, flaky, painful skin. Therefore, I decided to stop using it entirely in hopes that my skin would go back to normal. This drug works by killing all the bacteria on your skin, both good and bad (I hadn’t done my research or known this at the time). So when I quit using it, my skin had no good bacteria left to defend against the bad, resulting in the worst breakout of my life. I now have cystic acne on my cheeks, forehead, and chin. My skin has never looked this terrible in my entire life (I normally have clear skin). I’m warning anyone out there with moderate acne and sensitive combination skin: DO NOT USE THIS. If you’re looking for clear skin, there are better solutions out there. Please save yourself the heartache."

• Jac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 19, 2018

For Acne "So I’ve already shared on here about 2 weeks ago about my progress. Today marks 1 month that I’ve been using this gel every night, and I have seen great improvement, but what I hate the most is that it doesn’t prevent new spots from coming, and it sucks. I thought I found my solution, but at least it gets rid of the spots overnight. I also hate the really flaky and red skin.:"

• Sad...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• September 11, 2018

For Acne "So I’ve been applying the cream on my face for a week now, and my skin feels extremely dry and tight. It's starting to get a bit flaky around my mouth and nose area, and whenever I apply moisturizer after giving the cream some time to set in my skin (at night), my skin burns for a long time. I’m still breaking out (not as bad as I normally do), and my skin cleared up a bit. I’m just not sure if I should continue or go back to my doc."

• Rea...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 30, 2018

For Acne "I suffered quite badly with acne after coming off of the combined pill and getting the Jaydess/Skyla coil. I've recently switched to a copper coil and was prescribed Duac by my GP to help me tackle the acne as nothing over the counter was working. After just 3 days' use, I noticed a difference, the redness has diminished and some of the smaller pimples have already cleared. My problem areas are my T-zone and chin, which is where I have quite a bit of dryness now as a result of using this, so I've started using Duac on alternate days and putting E45 lotion on my face to help with the dryness. I presently can't wear any makeup because of the flaking, but I'd rather keep on top of dry skin than acne-prone skin any day!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 29, 2018

For Acne "This stuff does wonders! It takes a few weeks to get used to it as it dries your face so much. For the first couple of weeks, my face was very dry, flaky, tight, and it stung when I put it on my face. Even with a good moisturizer, it was still dry. Persevere!!! It gets better. Immediately saw improvements with fewer breakouts and redness improved."

• jb5...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 15, 2015

For Acne "I am 19 years old, and for a few years, I had little dormant white bumps all along my jaw and cheeks. I could rarely pop them; they would just stay there! I have always been religious with my skin care. I have a Clarisonic and have tried salicylic-based treatments, facials, face masks, and glycolic acid as well. Glycolic acid is wonderful, but it can only do so much. I was fed up with these tiny zits on my face and told my doctor about them. She prescribed me this medication. I began using a gentler face wash to let this guy work away... and boy, did it! The first two weeks of treatment made my skin feel very dull and dry; it felt like my top lip was peeling off! However, after a month, I felt so confident. My skin was soft and SO clear - no zits!"

• Mag...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 18, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I just finished my first three months on this medication. I was prescribed it by my family doctor after I randomly had inflamed pustules on my forehead. My skin has actually been pretty clear most of my life, and this appeared out of the blue at the beginning of the year (I am 24 years old). It worked tremendously on my skin. My skin is clear, and I haven't had a new inflamed pimple come up since. I use Origins Checks and Balances face wash before and then apply the cream and let it set in overnight. In the mornings, I apply First Aid Beauty Ultra Moisturizing Cream. There is some definite peeling from the medication, but it is way more manageable than the acne I had prior. I am now taking a break as I don't want to use antibiotics for an extended period of time, so I am just using a 5% benzoyl peroxide gel, but if it flares up again, I will definitely go back to this cream."

• Som...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 12, 2018

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "I was prescribed this medicine by my family doctor. I have acne on my cheek and chin that have whiteheads and bumps. I decided to try it after I read all the great reviews about it. I have been using it for less than one week now, and it works great. I can tell that all the whiteheads have disappeared, and my skin started to heal. The only thing that made me give it 9/10 is that it dried my face, and my skin on the treated area is peeling off, so I have to use a moisturizer twice or three times in a row to feel comfortable. Other than that, it's working great."

• Ped...
• September 1, 2011

For Acne "It's been almost a week now since I've used the product, and I've seen differences. Where my previous acne scars were and also current potential ones were coming through. It's cleared the current acne and blackheads without a doubt, and I can also see an improvement in the redness from previous breakouts. I really like the product and what it's meant to do. On the flip side, it's made my skin extremely dry and flaky, especially near the chin area and bottom of cheeks. My face is itchy from time to time, and it burns too. I don't like that part of it, but I got a really great moisturizer, and I apply it on. I took a little three-day break from the clindamycin to work on the dryness. Overall, the product works."

• IT ...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 5, 2015

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "If I could give this a negative number, I would. It murdered my skin. It made my skin horribly worse. I woke up the morning after my first application (which happened to be the day I was taking the SAT!) with my skin just a horrible peeling, painful mess. My skin felt like there was acid underneath it. My face was disgusting, it was completely tight (it looked leathery!!!) and covered with dead skin. I couldn't see fresh skin ANYWHERE. It was all peeling off. And burning. I, of course, stopped using it. But for the next 2 weeks, my skin was peeling non-stop (moisturizer and exfoliating were no help) and my face was dark red. It looked like I had an absolutely horrible sunburn. This was after just using Onexton ONCE. Wouldn't recommend."

• Mih...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 10, 2016

Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical for Acne "It's a great cream, but every morning I have to peel my skin? My acne was fine within a month."

• Fra...
• October 23, 2017

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