Tazarotene topical for Acne User Reviews (Page 2)

• Kri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 20, 2019

Tazarotene topical "I am really impressed. I just started using Tazorac 0.05, but definitely can see an improvement. It does purge your skin, and it is drying at first, but the pimples go away fast, and my skin texture looks more even and firm. Hopefully, in 3 months, I will be acne-free. I was on Epiduo, but it stopped working, and my skin really was oily."

• Mem...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• September 17, 2019

Tazarotene topical "Love, love, love Tazorac. Been using this for almost 2 years, and I went from having horrendous cystic acne to having none! After trying so many oral medications, they did nothing but fix my skin in the short term (acne came back right after oral medications stopped) and caused long-term digestive issues. Tazorac is the only thing that keeps my skin clear and has minimal side effects! The only side effect I've experienced is dry skin, but just put extra moisturizer on, and you’ll be fine!"

• Bry...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 8, 2023

Tazarotene topical "This was awful. My skin would peel so badly and got to the point where my skin started getting red and itchy. It started to scab and got really painful. Tried to stick it out, but I can’t anymore. Too painful. It helped with the bumps I have on my forehead, but didn’t really help with the rest of my acne. Not worth it."

• Tee...
• December 2, 2019

Tazarotene topical "I have used this product for over a month now, and I have used a lot of acne products, but this is by far the best I have ever used. My face has never looked this good before. I am very pleased with this product and would recommend that you at least try it, you won't be disappointed."

• Geo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 28, 2018

Tazarotene topical "This might work for some people, but I did not have a good experience with this topical. I was told to mix a pea-sized amount with a heavy moisturizer and spread it all over my skin. Initially, this was okay, but then my body broke out into a small bumpy, irritated-looking rash almost a week in. I immediately went to the doctor, who told me that I had a mild case of eczema due to how aggressive this cream is and how sensitive my skin is. She recommended discontinuing it until my skin improved and then only using this once a week until my skin 'acclimated.' Well, kids, the rash went away, but my skin never adjusted to even weekly use. This would make my skin dry, red, stretched, and irritated. Consequently, my acne did not improve at all. In fact, I think it may have exacerbated the problem."

• Spe...
• April 23, 2015

Tazarotene topical "I've had moderate to almost severe acne for at least four years prior to using Fabior. Now let me tell you this medicine will probably worsen your acne or dryness or redness the first couple of months you are on it, but once you've used it for a long time, the results are amazing. My advice would be to use a morning and evening moisturizer because Fabior and any retinoid will dry you out. This product should last a long time for one bottle and never overuse it ever."

• Nik...
• June 11, 2018

Tazarotene topical "Have been on for 9 weeks! So amazed by my results, I am shocked, and I hardly break out now. Before, I used to get bad breakouts, and now I just get a few tiny ones, and this is helping with my scarring also. 10/10 would recommend this product to anyone with acne."

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2018

Tazarotene topical "I used Fabior foam after years of using Tazorac cream for cystic acne and scarring. I noticed after using this product for 3 months that my scars look worse. The scars look deeper, and my skin is constantly dry. The foam was just as effective as the cream with controlling my cystic acne. I’m going back to using the cream. Just wanted to share my experience in case someone else may be experiencing the same thing. I won’t refill the prescription and wish I’d never switched from the Tazorac cream."

• tak...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 14, 2023

Tazarotene topical "I had a bad breakout that wouldn't clear up for nothing. This particular breakout, I never experienced before. I was prescribed 2% salicylic face wash, Arazlo, spironolactone and purchased some Burt's Bees face moisturizer. Now prior, nothing seemed to keep my breakouts at bay except my Neutrogena microdermabrasion kit but they stopped selling the pads. I used all ingredients daily and took the pills for the whole duration (30 days, no side effects besides frequent urination). You must not lather Arazlo on your face as if it's moisturizer, a thin layer is all that's needed spread out evenly. It will burn your skin if you apply too much. Mine peeled, it's troublesome but a good thing. The T-zone is where I use it most. After about a month in, I was able to stop using the pills. It does help with lines and wrinkles although that's not what I got it for. I'm now using my face wash and Arazlo sparingly. My skin gets oily so this stuff keeps it in check. I have sensitive skin but everyone's different."

• Can...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 16, 2020

"Last year, I was on Accutane for 6 months. It completely cleared my acne for all of summer. Around when college started, I noticed my acne sprung up a bit. I worried about my acne coming back, so I was prescribed tazarotene. The first few weeks of it are ROUGH. My face would burn, flake, and was red. Added on top, my face purged pretty badly. However, around 6 weeks in, the medicine really kicked in. The purge really cleared up and now my face is almost back to how it was coming off Accutane. This cream really does test your patience, but it is very much worth it."

• Ren...
• February 19, 2019

"I have struggled with acne, including cystic acne, since puberty. I am now 50, I still have moderate acne. Deeply embedded around my mouth/chin, blackheads, scars from the cystic acne, and always have several pimples. I have used everything over the years, prescription and OTC treatments. I have spent thousands of dollars on treatments. Nothing worked until now! I have been using Fabior for 2 weeks, but I already see a difference. No more blackheads at all. My scars and fine lines are faded. I still get pimples, but that's part of the process, pulling them out. They dry up quickly though, in 1 to 2 days. I started out using it every night. It burned, peeling and itching were out of control. I changed my face wash, gentle is the way to go. I also use a moisturizing lotion and have changed to every other day. The peeling and itching are less, and my skin is less red. Remember to use sunscreen every day and a hat when possible to protect yourself, you are very sensitive to the sun."

• Ble...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 18, 2018

Tazarotene topical "Using this product was the best thing I could have ever done for my skin when my doctor prescribed this for me. I didn't have any side effects as long as I used it as the doctor prescribed, the only thing was that when I went to get my prescriptions refilled, it cost almost $400, and I could not afford it. If I could afford this cream, I would use it forever, my skin was so beautiful and smooth, the color was awesome. The only reason I stopped using this product is because I couldn't afford it any longer. I went back to the doctor, and she had to give me a lower version of this cream. This time it's not worth my time, but to anybody needing to use this product, please use it, it's a good product. Take my advice!!!! You only need to use a small amount at night, and it worked great. The cream lasted for at least 6 months."

• Bps...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• December 25, 2021

"The product isn't super effective for acne when using it by itself (still the best retinoid though), but when you combine it with the use of benzoyl peroxide, it works like magic. It makes my skin look great when it comes to texture, and it works really well for cystic acne and getting rid of hyperpigmentation. I literally depend on this medication. It's not like other products where you use it for a month and your skin gets used to it, and then you stop seeing results. I've been using it for 2 years straight, and it ALWAYS works and continues to work. It will make your skin look leathery if you use it for too long, but stopping for a few days is the simple fix. Overall, I can't ask for a better product because I don't think one exists."

• Emi...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 23, 2024

Tazarotene topical "I used this to help with my acne that would not go away. This helped pretty well in clearing it up, but my doctor prescribed Accutane anyways. After treatment, my doctor had me on this medication again as a “preventative measure”. The first time I got back on it, I forgot that my skin was not used to it anymore, so it got painful, dry, and flaky for a week. When you use this, really use a small amount in the beginning and mix it in your hand with a moisturizer, or you will not have a good experience. Anyways, I avoided using it for a couple of days to help my skin recuperate, and my acne began showing up here and there. Right now, I use a very small amount of Arazlo every night, and it keeps my skin clear. Really just be careful with how much you apply and be aware that you might have to push through purging (personally, I didn’t)."

• jd3...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 20, 2020

"I am 22 years old and have struggled with acne since middle school. Most of it is hormonal acne on my chin and jawline and occasionally on my cheeks too. I tried Epiduo for a long time, and all it would do is dry my skin out so bad. I finally went back to my dermatologist, and she switched me to tazarotene medication. I use it at night, and after just three weeks, my acne is completely gone, and my skin tone is so even. It makes my face so smooth, and I can tell it is preventing me from new pimples. It is a little drying at first, but nothing like Epiduo was, and if you just put a little extra moisturizer on, you will be fine."

• Ala...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 22, 2022

Tazarotene topical "I was given a very small sample of this, but when compared to another expensive medication for acne, this Tazorac I find to be three times more effective. I’ve been able to use the little tube several times, and each blemish dies off quickly, almost overnight. There is a little dryness and sometimes peeling, but no more blemish, so this works wonderfully. I give it two thumbs up! Great job to whomever invented it!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 23, 2020

Tazarotene topical "I used this medication for over 9 weeks, and all it did was make my acne worse. I went from having a few spots on my back to having it all over my back, chest, and my face (my face and chest did not have acne before). It was really disappointing, and I do not recommend."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 9, 2024

Tazarotene topical "I have battled cystic acne my entire life. I have tried every topical medication - both prescription and over the counter - and nothing worked for me. I was always dry, red, flaky, and continued to break out. Arazlo is the only medication that works! It actually cured my acne. Within 4-6 weeks, my acne was completely gone. I now have occasional hormonal breakouts, but my skin has completely changed. This was life-changing!! Best topical medication!"

• Jos...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• January 20, 2022

"Let me set the scene: Before Arazlo, I had mild to moderate acne, mostly around my mouth, chin, and sides of my face. I would get painful red cysts, and the only thing that seemed to help was Dapsone gel 5%, but my skincare routine set by my dermatologist wasn't preventing my acne as much as desired. After starting Arazlo and slowly incorporating it into my nightly routine (use a pea-sized amount for the entire face every 3-4 nights and build up to every night), I got the results I had been desperately seeking for almost three years. After about three months, my acne scars faded, I didn’t get any more of those pesky cysts, and a pimple in general showed up only around my period. If you notice irritation when starting use, apply a gentle moisturizer first, then the Arazlo - that was some of the best advice I have ever received from a YouTube dermatologist. Most importantly, stick with the nightly routine, and you will get great results. Be patient, folks."

• SCa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 14, 2021

"This is an actual miracle cream. My skin has never been this clear in my life! I get compliments all the time and don’t ever wear skin makeup anymore except for my under eyes. My acne wasn’t terrible to begin with, I had just gone off birth control, and I had started to get some acne. So after I read online about the cystic acne some people experience after getting off BC, I decided to go to my dermatologist and get something to help before it got too intense. Seriously, can’t recommend this enough. I know everyone’s skin is different, but in my opinion, it’s definitely worth a try."

• Zac...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• May 28, 2023

"Honestly, probably the best topical for acne. You obviously have to work through all the other topicals first to get your insurance to pay for it. Without insurance, it’s extremely hard to get, but if you’re willing to spend money, it is amazing. It will make your acne worse at first, as all vitamin A derivatives will, but this makes Retin-A seem wimpy! Do not overuse, your skin will literally peel so bad. I recommend using benzoyl peroxide in the morning, as well as salicylic acid in the PM (both as face washes)."

• Jen...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 12, 2021

"I was really excited about trying this since I was wanting something a bit stronger than the tretinoin I had been using, but it quickly backfired. After a few uses, I developed skin blisters on both cheeks. I followed all the directions: used every other day, moisturized BEFORE, let the moisturizer dry for an hour before applying the tazarotene, and I only used a very small pea-sized amount. I guess this is just not meant for my skin. Back to tretinoin I go after these blisters clear up. Please listen to your skin if you notice something off-putting. I didn't at the first sign, and now the blisters are worse after another couple of uses. This is great for many people, but also not so great for others."

• Jay...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 27, 2021

"This medication works differently on people's skin. My experience with this was not a good one. I went to my dermatologist for a totally different reason, and so while I was there, I might as well ask her for any advice on these dark marks I was getting on my forehead, and she prescribed me this lotion. After using it for about a week, my face got even worse than before. My face was peeling, burning, and flaking like crazy. I developed a rash on my cheeks as well. The dark marks were becoming to appear on my cheeks. I have never had problems with my cheeks, it was always just my forehead. I followed all the directions for this medication. Nonetheless, I completely stopped using it after those side effects. I guess my skin is too sensitive for it."

• cas...
• August 7, 2017

Tazarotene topical "I've tried a lot of different acne medications, and some have worked for a while and then quit working, Tazorac is no different. When I first started using Tazorac, my face was the clearest it's ever been. Then, about 3 months later, my acne came back worse. Tazorac is the best treatment I've used so far, but in the end, it did not work out for me. :("

• GWa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 27, 2021

Tazarotene topical "I’m 28 and have dealt with moderate to severe acne since age 16. I’ve done two rounds of Accutane and was put on Tazorac after other retinoids (adapalene, tretinoin) stopped working for me. I was seriously considering a third round of Accutane two and a half months into treatment with Tazorac when I had by far the worst breakout I’ve had since I started using it. Miraculously, I’m now almost at the 3.5 month mark and have barely had any acne in 2-3 weeks, even after stopping the antibiotics I was also taking. If you’re struggling, stick with it at least until the 3 month mark because you might finally get the results you’ve been looking for! Wishing you all the best of luck."