Tazarotene topical and Acne: What Users Say

• Dan...
• September 26, 2017

Tazarotene topical for Acne "This medication actually works! After trying too many topicals to count, Tazorac is definitely the best. For those starting Tazorac reading this review right now, I know how much it sucks in the beginning. The initial breakout can be so horrible-trust me, I've been there. I've cried and not wanted to go out in public, but in the long run-I promise it's worth it. Give it about 3 months to officially work, and you'll be grateful."

• Lee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2019

Tazarotene topical for Acne "This did not work for me. I used it religiously for 8 weeks, and it only made my acne worse. I woke up every morning with new whiteheads, it gave me larger, more painful pimples than I had before starting this cream."

• Lee...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• June 26, 2019

Tazarotene topical for Acne "This did not work for me. I used it religiously for 8 weeks, and it only made my acne worse. I woke up every morning with new whiteheads, it gave me larger, more painful pimples than I had before starting this cream."

• six...
• November 2, 2016

Tazarotene topical for Acne "I am 65. Because of thyroid supplements, I started getting very oily with lots of blackheads on my nose, lips, and chin, and a few small pimples. Went to my derm after an 18-year lapse; she prescribed Tazorac; I really wanted Accutane, which I had taken in my 40s, really good stuff, but she insisted that I try Tazorac at 0.1%; I love it. It set my face on fire for about 2 weeks; I used Epionce medical barrier cream to cool it and help with the sting. My face was very red too. After 2 weeks, the burn lessened, and now I can put it on several days in a row without the cream. Been using for 2 months, and my skin is looking fantastic and brighter; I have a few acne scars and they are looking much smaller too. I am getting compliments from family members."

• six...
• November 2, 2016

Tazarotene topical for Acne "I am 65. Because of thyroid supplements, I started getting very oily with lots of blackheads on my nose, lips, and chin, and a few small pimples. Went to my derm after an 18-year lapse; she prescribed Tazorac; I really wanted Accutane, which I had taken in my 40s, really good stuff, but she insisted that I try Tazorac at 0.1%; I love it. It set my face on fire for about 2 weeks; I used Epionce medical barrier cream to cool it and help with the sting. My face was very red too. After 2 weeks, the burn lessened, and now I can put it on several days in a row without the cream. Been using for 2 months, and my skin is looking fantastic and brighter; I have a few acne scars and they are looking much smaller too. I am getting compliments from family members."

• ms_...
• January 15, 2016

Tazarotene topical for Acne "This product is a miracle for me! I have had acne since I was 13. I have tried everything, nothing worked. My story is I stumbled upon Fabior by participating in a clinical trial. I didn't care about the money, I just wanted to try anything to help my acne. The first month of using Fabior, it made my acne worse! It made me look like I got hit with the ugly stick. I had pimples everywhere, and I was peeling a lot. I cried, and my boyfriend convinced me to keep using it. He said, 'That's your problem, you always give up on a product if you don't see immediate results.' I thank goodness I listened to him because the following week, my skin started to look beautiful. I never get pimples anymore, and all my dark spots I used to cover with makeup are gone."

• kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2021

Tazarotene topical for Acne "I broke out with the worst cystic acne of my life on this medication. Didn't make my skin feel soft like Veltin (Clindamycin/Tretinoin) did. Made my skin rough and bumpy, and I had horrible breakouts. I've been using it for several months now, and it's only getting worse. Would make my face a little flaky and red, but nothing terrible."

• Sar...
• January 8, 2016

For Facial Wrinkles "I used this medicine when I was younger for acne and hated it because it made me break out even worse. However, since getting older with less acne, I started using it again for wrinkles. While it does initially cause small breakouts (my derm said it will get worse before it gets better and to hang in there), it's worth it in the end. Within a few days, I had shed what seemed like an entire layer of skin (like a snake!) and revealed baby soft, smooth, glowing skin with far less noticeable lines, acne scars, and discoloration. I'm extremely pleased with the results and can't live without it now. I love looking in the mirror now. Give it a try, be patient, and you'll be happy with the end results."

• Sar...
• February 16, 2023

Tazarotene topical for Acne "Okay, I have tried everything for acne, prescriptions, and I have just finished a round of Accutane. Doctor put me on Arazlo for maintenance, and it was the worst thing I have ever done. Constant breakouts, and cystic acne like I had prior to Accutane, and this occurred for 5 months until I realized this was the problem. It ruined my face."

• Sar...
• February 16, 2023

Tazarotene topical for Acne "Okay, I have tried everything for acne, prescriptions, and I have just finished a round of Accutane. Doctor put me on Arazlo for maintenance, and it was the worst thing I have ever done. Constant breakouts, and cystic acne like I had prior to Accutane, and this occurred for 5 months until I realized this was the problem. It ruined my face."

• Sam...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 24, 2020

Tazarotene topical for Acne "Before taking this medication, I was taking Epiduo for about 3-4 years. With time, it stopped working on me, and I was prescribed Fabior instead. I began taking Fabior for my acne in October of 2019. I broke out horribly, but I was noticing that it was taking care of pimples that were deep underneath my skin. (I am a believer that it will get worse before it will get better). I was losing hope due to the slow process, but I just decided to stay on since it does take longer results for other people. (and I was one of those people). It is now April 2020, and I am just now seeing my acne begin to clear up. It is obviously not where I want my face to be, but my skin is looking better. I advise you to be patient and not expect automatic results as everyone's skin is different."

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

Tazarotene topical for Acne "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."

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

For Acne "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)."

• Anonymous
• August 17, 2022

Tazarotene topical for Acne "BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL! I developed a year's worth of huge and uncontrollable rashes and pimples all over my forearms from use. My dermatologist had written incorrect instructions for application, which led me to get completely obliterated with cystic acne that I am still recovering from today. It was no purge, something absolutely went wrong with the medication. I doubt it was ever meant to be intended for use on the body. The condition that I have been left with changed the last year of my life for the worse. This stuff is extremely potent. Use the smallest amount you can and be very careful. It did clear up my facial acne very well. Ask your derma for the most detailed step-by-step they've ever written in their lives."

• Anonymous
• August 17, 2022

Tazarotene topical for Acne "BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL! I developed a year's worth of huge and uncontrollable rashes and pimples all over my forearms from use. My dermatologist had written incorrect instructions for application, which led me to get completely obliterated with cystic acne that I am still recovering from today. It was no purge, something absolutely went wrong with the medication. I doubt it was ever meant to be intended for use on the body. The condition that I have been left with changed the last year of my life for the worse. This stuff is extremely potent. Use the smallest amount you can and be very careful. It did clear up my facial acne very well. Ask your derma for the most detailed step-by-step they've ever written in their lives."

• Joo...
• December 11, 2018

Tazarotene topical for Acne "Tazorac made my acne worse. Once I stopped using it, my acne got better. It was in use with another topical cream. It’s very expensive."