Reviewer: minilopmay, 13-18 Female (Patient)

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My acne did get worse at first, and my face got a bit redder, but after a few months my face was completely clear of acne. After using it for a year I only get a solitary pimple here and there/on rare occasions. Retin-A also helped heal scarring.

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My acne did get worse at first, and my face got a bit redder, but after a few months my face was completely clear of acne. After using it for a year I only get a solitary pimple here and there/on rare occasions. Retin-A also helped heal scarring.
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Reviewer: 19-24 Female on Treatment for 6 months to less than 1 year (Patient)

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I had a horrible experience with this product. I used it for 8 months and for the entire time my skin was constantly flaking and peeling off no matter how much I moisturized. It was even more disgusting than acne and impossible to cover up with makeup-makeup wouldn't even stick to my skin in that condition. Furthermore it did not clear my skin or reduce my scarring. Not only did I continue bre ... Show Full Comment

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I had a horrible experience with this product. I used it for 8 months and for the entire time my skin was constantly flaking and peeling off no matter how much I moisturized. It was even more disgusting than acne and impossible to cover up with makeup-makeup wouldn't even stick to my skin in that condition. Furthermore it did not clear my skin or reduce my scarring. Not only did I continue breaking out but I actually started breaking out in bigger and more persistent pimples in places I had never broken out before! Since stopping this medication and switching to a benzoyl peroxide product I have noticed a significant improvement in my skin. I would NOT recommend this product-for me, it only made things worse.
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Reviewer: 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I like the medicine, though I agree that you have to WAIT at least 10 minutes after washing your face to apply or it stings. I actually was prescribed it to see if it could eliminate some scarring, sadly I haven't noticed a difference in that area though I am acne free.

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I like the medicine, though I agree that you have to WAIT at least 10 minutes after washing your face to apply or it stings. I actually was prescribed it to see if it could eliminate some scarring, sadly I haven't noticed a difference in that area though I am acne free.
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Reviewer: melissarn, 25-34 Female on Treatment for 1 to 6 months (Patient)

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I used this when I was younger and had severe acne. I eventually was able to get off all meds, but now, after 10 years of being off everything, I'm back on it. My cystic acne, blackheads, and little whiteheads are creeping back into my life. Ugh! I worked for a dermatologist for 6 years and am now employed by a major cosmetics company (to remain nameless), and let me tell you that there is ... Show Full Comment

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I used this when I was younger and had severe acne. I eventually was able to get off all meds, but now, after 10 years of being off everything, I'm back on it. My cystic acne, blackheads, and little whiteheads are creeping back into my life. Ugh! I worked for a dermatologist for 6 years and am now employed by a major cosmetics company (to remain nameless), and let me tell you that there is nothing better to help cure acne. Yes, it will cause peeling and redness in the beginning, but if you stick with it, you will get the results you want. A good moisturizer is a must (frangrance free, etc.) and sunscreen is also. A lot of moisturizers now days have both in them. The key is to stick with it and just use a very small amount where needed, and if you see irritation, back it off to every other day. This is a great product and I would highly recommend it to anyone suffering from acne h---! And in regards to aging benefits as well, it's true. In fact, a lot of insurance companies will not pay on it until a doctor sends them a letter stating it's not being used for cosmetic purposes. So, you get clear skin and help with some fine lines and wrinkles too! Bottom line, it works, just stick with it and don't give up hope within the first month. It's worth it!
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Reviewer: 19-24 Male on Treatment for less than 1 month (Patient)

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I've been using the gel for about 3 weeks, in the first week my acne became much worse. I then started to have peely, red very dry skin. I went and got a new face lotion with SPF(sun protection) in it and no other acne medications included in the lotion because that can make skin worse combining medications. My acne is finally starting to clear up but my face is red and very dry. So for the pa ... Show Full Comment

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I've been using the gel for about 3 weeks, in the first week my acne became much worse. I then started to have peely, red very dry skin. I went and got a new face lotion with SPF(sun protection) in it and no other acne medications included in the lotion because that can make skin worse combining medications. My acne is finally starting to clear up but my face is red and very dry. So for the past week i've been using it every other night...hopefully it continues to get rid of the acne and not dry my face out as much.
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