Tazarotene topical and Peeling: What Users Say

• 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."

• AnS...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 2, 2016

Tazarotene topical for Acne "I was using the 0.10% strength, which helped greatly with clogged pores, blackheads, small pustules. However, I also had cystic hormonal acne, which the cream wasn't effective enough for. I took this in conjunction with spironolactone, but eventually had to take Accutane. Downside of this drug: sun sensitivity, skin peeling, redness. For the record, it takes weeks to see results, and your acne gets worse before it gets better."

• Sen...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 24, 2019

Tazarotene topical for Acne "I have not found an acne product that works and keeps me clear until Fabior. I used Retin A Micro for years and was constantly breaking out, then peeling, breaking out, then peeling. And it burned when I applied it. I have been using Fabior for the past year and finally found something that works. I got dry after using it for two weeks, but not crazy peeling. It only lasted a weekend and wasn’t noticeable to anyone but me. I only use Fabior Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, and I use CeraVe moisturizer with it, which I think helps. If I am breaking out (which is rare now), I may use it two days in a row, but don’t need to often. It’s been life-changing for my skin and has helped even out my skin and the leftover color that lingers from breakouts. I refilled for the first time a few months ago, so it lasted me a couple of months, but maybe because I only use it a few times a week. ONLY USE A SMALL AMOUNT-seriously! Don’t irritate your skin with too much, and plus it lasts longer that way!!"

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

Tazarotene topical for Acne "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."

• Olp...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• September 16, 2016

Tazarotene topical for Psoriasis "I apply it all over my face after washing and patting dry. I keep it on overnight, don't wash it off, and keep it on until the next night I shower. I do this three days in a row, and then I do this routine every other day for about 2 months. This clears up my dermatitis for 2-3 months, at which point, I start my routine all over. Winter months are a battle with the irritation, peeling, and redness, but that's when I have to be most aggressive with treatment. When my skin gets to the point where it's super itchy, raw, and red, I use Benadryl lotion, and it works like a charm. I love this product. My skin looks fantastic. Not only is it really great at clearing up my skin, it's also great at diminishing fine lines."

• Ren...
• February 19, 2019

For Acne "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."

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

Tazarotene topical for Acne "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)."

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

Tazarotene topical for Acne "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!"

• 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)."

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

For Acne "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."

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

For Acne "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."

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 28, 2021

For Acne "I've been using 0.1% cream for about a month and a half for moderate but stubborn hormonal acne that I've had for over a decade. I've noticed flaking and peeling, but there's been no irritation or pain since the first week. I also haven't seen many results, though my skin will peel, but the acne is still there. I also have perioral dermatitis and was hoping this would help, but again, it sheds skin off of my face every day, but my skin still looks just as bad as before. I'm hoping by month three there will be a noticeable difference and maybe I will up my dosage to a higher percentage if nothing changes next month."

• Hop...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 28, 2021

For Acne "I've been using 0.1% cream for about a month and a half for moderate but stubborn hormonal acne that I've had for over a decade. I've noticed flaking and peeling, but there's been no irritation or pain since the first week. I also haven't seen many results, though my skin will peel, but the acne is still there. I also have perioral dermatitis and was hoping this would help, but again, it sheds skin off of my face every day, but my skin still looks just as bad as before. I'm hoping by month three there will be a noticeable difference and maybe I will up my dosage to a higher percentage if nothing changes next month."

• Ano...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 28, 2021

Tazarotene topical for Acne "After a few days of using Arazlo, it made my skin start to peel in random spots and made my face very red and painful."