- Initial acne flare-up from Accutane 17th January 2005
... summer 03 after continuously using oral antibiotics and Differin , I still get the occasional cyst-like bump and other...
- Thoughts on Retin-A Micro... 17th January 2005
... I think Differin is a lot better so far.
First I was perscribed ... much for my acne, either.
So then he said that Differin might be better for my skin type. So far it makes ... for the whole day. I love it so far. I'm using the Differin Gel .1%, if you want to know. I'm still in my "initial ... look so much better than I used to.
Even though Differin has worked much better for me, it might not be strong...
- Has CETAPHIL broken anyone out?!? 15th January 2005
... for dry skin.>I use it every morning since i'm using Differin gel at nite t is gentle and non irratating..No breakouts...
... I use Brevoxyl 4% creamy wash every other day and Differin Cream 1% in the evening before I use the moisterizer...
- reasons for red marks 14th January 2005
... spots left behind from past acne?i have those and differin is helping also using Clenia..NO picking......
- Marvelon? Please tell me this works! 14th January 2005
... many solutions out there.. topical solutions like Differin Cream, Benzoclyn, or oral antibiotics like Minocyclin...
- Past and Present DIFFERIN users? 14th January 2005
... Betsy,
I have mild acne too, and I've been using differin for the past 2 weeks, every other night. I think...
... yes my breakout is similar...what differin does it acts as a intense exfoliator..lifting all ... improved drastically...stick with it..i'm using the differin gel..it come sin cream too..I was applying Klaron...
... happy so far..do u use anything else along with the differin Bordergirl?I was using Klaron and recently starting...
... Desogen. For a long time I was pretty much just using Differin though....
... Do you alwayz get a break out at first when using DIfferin ...cause im on YAsmin...so im hoping it wont make me...
... I been on differin gel since last summer,its been working pretty well...
... I"m 4 and half weeks into differin and it has helpoed but i'm not 100% clear buti was...
... By the way, Differin does not exfoliate the skin. I causes the skin to ... underneath the skin. It is a myth that Retin-A and Differin (retinoids in general) exfoliate the skin. They do...
... I've had great success with Differin as some have had with Retina..it clears the build...
- My face cleared up on doxy/OTC/retin-a but now I have tons of zits on my forehead!!!? 14th January 2005
... another topical to use in conjunction with Retina I use differin gel and clenia cream I was using Klaron..botheem gentle...
... another topical to use in conjunction with Retina I use differin gel and clenia cream I was using Klaron..botheem gentle...
- retin-a micro experience (good so far) 14th January 2005
... been so mild.
Before this, I'd tried Proactiv and Differin , both of which worked for me for about 6-8 months...
... I was given samples of retina a micro and differin and decided to try the differin gel first cux its...
- Benzoly Peroxide Breaks Me out Help !!!!!!!! 13th January 2005
... drying... as are mnay Acne meds..have u ever tried Differin ?...
... break out I realized it was the BP. I Have never used differin where do you purchase this product....
... Differin is from the dermotologist...mine gave me samples to...
- Olay Daily Facials Intensives Clear Skin Lathering Cloths? 13th January 2005
... all pretty much except for Accutane. Antibiotics, differin , retin A, proactiv, clindymycin, etc. This is my routine...
- Clenia Foaming Face Wash?? 12th January 2005
... cream...havent tried it but maybe once cux I'm using Differin gel...but he said i could apply it at nite or mornings...
- Picking With Spiro Or Accutane 12th January 2005
... but I have had HUGE success with Spiro (along with Differin and Clindagel). I hate it but I HAVE to pick - and...
- Where did all these blackheads come from?!? 12th January 2005
... blackheads and recently(3wks ago) starting using differin gel to clear my pores out..it acts as a intense exfoliator...
- Does Differin work? 11th January 2005
... I've been on Differin gel almost 3 wks...i was told it may get worse before ... better..I've just begun the intail breakout since differin acts asa exfoiliant(intense) not too bad but the...
- Accutane... 11th January 2005
... sometimes get one or two but i apply a little bit of differin and the next it's gone....
- Differin and Insurance 11th January 2005
... JUst curious if you've had success with Differin ..I started it 2 and half weeks ago just getting my...
... I don't know. I have never used differin . I used to use Retin-a but the problem, besides the ... turned my skin completely red. So, let me know how differin works for you. I am curious!...
... found a place online where you can get a big tube of differin for $30. I can't post the link so you have to search...
- After accutane 'maintenance' cream 10th January 2005
... I'm thinking she might recommend tazorac or differin ....
- Are there any derm-reccomended creams/gels that are gentle on the face? 10th January 2005
... Tazorac, Differin , Retin-A, Retin-A Micro, whatever else you give me...
... My doc gave me differin gel and I was like, GREAT here we go again. But in...
... I've had good luck with Differin cream.
But Klaron lotion is even gentler....
... I use klaron with my differin gel every nite..you will get worse before getting ... better with differin or retina peeling is part of the process...u must...
- Differn Cream WORKS! 9th January 2005
... go away in a day?! Anyone else had any success with differin ?...
... Differin takes about 4-5 weeks to see full improvement, and ... weeks is normal and will go away. Just so you know, differin is a very strong exfoliant and if you are scrubbing...
... i heard differin is a lot like retin a...which cut up my face and did...
... most people dont get the full benefit from using differin for 8-12 wks..as it acts as a exfoliant exposing ... redness or a worse breakout in the first wks of using differin if it works that fast for u your really lucky......
- Acne Depression?! 9th January 2005
... him to prescribe me cetaphil with clindamycin and differin gel. Now my skin is just fine. Tell me what you use...
- Birth Control, Differin, Help! 9th January 2005
... seriously. I'm also unsure why she is keeping me on Differin gel when I've been on it for 5 years and my skin isn...
... seeing the same derm for 5 years and I have been using Differin gel (at night) for 5 years. My skin has never completely ... cleared up. I tried going off the Differin a while back and my face just went nuts, I think I ... Has anyone had succeess with Yasmin? Have I been on Differin too long? I'd appreciate anyone's opinions or similar ... third month and have seen awsome results. I too, am on differin (which my skin loves and I don't think I could go ... products and procedures on your skin (along with the differin which I still use as well). These changes have really...
... ever. I ended up switching to min ovral.
I use differin as well and it keeps my acne under control. However ... with the cetaphil/clindamycin twice a day and use the differin gel once a day.
Good luck!...
... ever. I ended up switching to min ovral.
I use differin as well and it keeps my acne under control. However ... with the cetaphil/clindamycin twice a day and use the differin gel once a day.
Good luck!
Can you use the cetaphil...
... Like you, Differin hasn't COMPLETELY cleared up my skin but knock on...
- going to derm tomorrow, what do u reccommend? 9th January 2005
... HAve u tried Differin gel?I use it nightly with KLaron itsbeen 2 wks helping...
... for me.
Cetaphil cleanser with 1% clindamycin
Differin Gel
Seriously, I think everyone should try cetaphil...
- Accutane didn't work? 8th January 2005
... ever worked for me was cetaphil with clindamycin and differin gel.
It all sounds scary, I know. I was really...
- These annoying clogged pores! 6th January 2005
... by using a intense exfoliator like retina or differin ..it empties the pore and clearing the debris out....
... and now I just maintain with glycolic cleanser and Differin ....
- Am I a candidate for Accutane? 6th January 2005
... Hi,
I've been using Differin for over a year now (after trying Tazorac for about ... don't want to go through that. For some reason, my Differin seems to have "stopped working" (if that makes sense...
- doctors are dumb i swear 5th January 2005
... I have spots and have been using Differin gel it has been helpng alot..the spots are fading ... skin will help fade spots and new skin is exposed... Differin is way less harsh than Retina a..I use Klaron along...
- What moisturizer to use with Differin and Klaron? 5th January 2005
... I use Purpose sometimes.
Are you using Differin cream or gel? Maybe your doctor would let you skip...
... I'm using Differin 0.1% gel and Klaron 10% lotion.
But how do you use ... your moisturizer?
HOw is the differin or Klaron working on you?
thanks....
... I'm using the differin gel at nite(everynite)2 wks so far first 1 was starting ... seems ok..not heavy..I use the klaron at nte after the differin .i dont like using it during the day as it makes my...
... You could try Differin cream instead of the gel. But if I had to guess I...
... peeling/dryness I use it right after applying the differin and it has helped alot..it has moisturizing qualities...
... like BP its certainly gonna dry u out then adding Differin to the regime which causes peeling and dryness no...
... i use Differin %0.3...for moisturizer my dermatologist gave me a ... and it is really helping.
while using the mix of differin , cindamycin pads, and pills, my face is showing
...
- Acne advice... 5th January 2005
... the skin balancing cleanser. ask your doctor about differin ...because it works really well in getting rid of scars...
- Is it true that acne can actually get WORSE after meds/creams/gels? 4th January 2005
... pepole are saying their acne went away after using Differin , Retin-A, etc. Some people said it came back after...
- Need info on Brevoxyl 4, nicamide tablets, adoxa, klaron 10%, differin 0.1% gel 4th January 2005
... treatments at once....I 'am currenlty in my second week of Differin gel quite happy with it...U apply only a pea size ... topi to use in conjunction with another med like differin ..SO i applythe differin gel at nite everynite and ... trust me i know it sucks..I was given samples of the differin cux it good for blackheads and preventing future breakouts...
... face even more with these drugs.
If you're using differin for 2 weeks - when did the side effects that I have...
... old spots from past blmeishes are fading from the differin too..i think u should try it I dont have really bad ... klaron and wasnt hleping control future break outs differin is supose to once it gets your skin clear help to...
- Embrassing Blemishes 3rd January 2005
... ingredients..HAve u ever gone to a dermotologist?I use Differin and klaron..prescription topicals..they have worked...
... other new topicals too, like the retina micro and differin gel. there's loads of stuff out there, that's for...
- Cetaphil with Clindamycin 2nd January 2005
... I would imagine you could. I used to use mine with Differin gel and isn't that just like Retin A?
I got my...
- For the girls: TriNessa any good????? 2nd January 2005
... you started generic Ortho Tri-Cyclen? I am using Differin Cream, Klaron, and Spiro, but they haven't been effective...
- Accutane Candidate? 31st December 2004
... working for about 6 months at first. also topicals like differin . then i went to the derm and they prescribed me dianette...
- Best Way To Treat Spots When You Have Sensitive Skin 31st December 2004
... two gentlest topicals I've found (prescription) are Differin Cream and Klaron lotion....
- Took son to derm - said to stop proactiv 30th December 2004
... from sebum and oil build up...acne medications like differin ,retina for examples help to shed and act as a intense ... debris from the pore..I'm using no antibiotic now just differin and have seen good results..and besides u build a ... very quickly so its just a short term solution...With DIfferin u will have to continue using it even after becoming...
- Back Acne 29th December 2004
... work, maybe a perscription topical like retin-a or differin would help....
- Prescription Med Questions 29th December 2004
... teh dermotologist as well and was given samples or Differin ,retina and klaron...I was tkainga antibotic MInocin ... ahve becomeimmuned to them..I've only been using the differin for a week its gentler tpoical med like retina less...
- Who's had success with Differin? 29th December 2004
... I used Differin when I had moderate acne. It definitely improved my...
... Only thing Differin did for me was make my face red and dry. I dont like...
... I have been using the Differin pledglets for about a year now and love them. They...
... Im happy with the differin but its nly been a week so i"m just starting to sligtly...
... Yes I broke out before getting better. Differin works at pimples underneath the skin so the medicine...
... [QUOTE=Betsy Johnson]Im happy with the differin but its nly been a week so i"m just starting to sligtly...
... results in about 2-3 weeks. I am stilling use the differin but I mostly only use it about 4-5 times a week now...
... great..seem to really help fade old blemish spots... DIfferin seems from the posts i"ve read to help with mild ot ... .so far so good..I apply Klaron at nite after the Differin .....
- frustrated 28th December 2004
... derm a month ago and was prescribed plexion, duac, differin , and vitamin a. everything made my face worse and...
- please help 28th December 2004
... me. That is the same kind I get. What I do is use differin which exfoliates the skin really well and gets rid...
- Best Prescription Topical?? 28th December 2004
... Differin Cream and Klaron Lotion are the most gentle topicals ... I've been on. Differin worked for me, Klaron didn't....
... Does Differin give you an initial breakout?...
... Differin can give u a intail breakout since what id does as ... great.. apply Klaron on at nite after applying the differin ...i like it alot..Dfferin works best for mild to...
... Differin cream works really well for me. You have to use it ... The secret is to wait 5 minutes after applying the differin , then rub a few drops of jojoba oil on your face....
- Duac and Differin questions 25th December 2004
... Differin is awesome, but since it is made from vitamin A, your ... applying moisturizer twice a day, then try only using the differin every other day for a week or two until your skin ... It takes some time but the results are worth it. Differin is not a spot treatment. It is something that you...
... in the AM and Retin-A (same type of medication as Differin ) in the PM. It dried out my skin to the point where ...
If you just started using the products use the Differin every other night. I used Retin-A every other night...
... I recently started using Differin gel at nites...only been 3-4 days..I Havnet experieneced ... skippinga nite is fine..Retina a is much stronger than Differin its a trentinon where Differin is adapalene both bad ... when using it inconjunction with another med like Differin at nite adn Klaron in the am...For me its only been ... 3 nites of use on the Differin I'm worried about the intial bad breakout phase they ... have mild to moderate acne..and wanted to try the differin for the benefits of reducing blackheads and futre...
... put me on a combination of Duac in the morning and Differin creme at night. Today was my 4th day of this and my ... Duac? My Derm assured me that I could moisturze over Differin but didn't really say anything about Duac.
- Should ... the spots with current acne or what? I've heard that Differin can prevent acne as well so should I apply it all ... The doc also prescribed me DUAC (twice a day) and Differin gel at night. I'm on my second day of the DUAC and...
- Azelex vs. Retin - A 25th December 2004
... I'm using differin ...chose it over Retina a because i heard it wasnt ... as harsh..been using the differin a week and i like it alot..alitte drynes sbut its...
- Rosac cream /or Clenia 24th December 2004
... any luck with them?I was told to use them along with Differin or Retina a...
- Adult Acne 23rd December 2004
... well actaully he just sent me home with samples of differin ,retina a,rosac,clenia and klaron..I started the differin...
... well actaully he just sent me home with samples of differin ,retina a,rosac,clenia and klaron..I started the differin...
... tried a line of prescriptions: Benzamycin, Minocyclin, Differin , Benzaclin, Retin-A Micro, Tazorac...Ortho Tri-Cyclen...
- tazorac or retin-a 23rd December 2004
... I started using differin gel tonite ...i was given samples of that as well ... as Retina a but chose to start with the differin cux i think its a tad milder..it after so many wks...
... thanks...ive been on differin gel plegdets for the past 6 months. ive seen very...
... like wipes. i dont know much about the other types of differin but this one doesnt dry me out or anything. in fact...
... the differin gel is not greasy at all the cream one might be but ... i use the differin gel just started andit feels like nothing on the skin...
... i think i can feel the differin gel because its in the pledget form......
- Differen,Retina a gel? 23rd December 2004
... I use both Differin and Rosac and absolutely love both. Of course, its ... individual thing. But I never ever get a zit with Differin as long as I don't miss a night, and Rosac has made ... my skin less red and reduced my blackheads. Differin took over 12 weeks to work for me....
... My acne was too severe. Differin didn't work....
... I use Differin Cream. It does feel a bit greasy, especially by the...
... could put the klaron on at nite too after applying the differin ....i have samples of diifferin gel and cream so if...
- 3rd visit to derm 22nd December 2004
... put me on zoderm cleaner (bp 4.5%), minocycline, and differin pledgets. i stopped taking mino about a month ago ... washing put on DUAC. im supposed to keep using the differin at night however. he seems to be going with a lighter...
- Hormonal acne? 22nd December 2004
... for the most part, i rarely break out. I am using Differin and Benzaclin. I have using Ortho-tricyclen and Yasmin...
- maintaining yourself clear 22nd December 2004
... olay complete moisturizer for sensitive skin. I use differin at night as a spot treatment. I am also on 100mg...
- Facial on Thursday--1st EVER!!! 22nd December 2004
... because of the facial. Also, is it safe to apply Differin cream the night of the facial or would that be something...
- Is this normal? 21st December 2004
... gentle..I'm using it to help calm my skin while using differin gel....
- Do Antibiotics make your skin...(read on) 21st December 2004
... should be fine. I'm weening off it right now and using Differin , and my skin is clearer than it was when I was on...
- anyone else only break out into whiteheads? 19th December 2004
... help, it just irritates the skin. An exfoliant like differin or an alpha hydroxy acid has worked wonders for me...
- Antibiotics for acne 18th December 2004
... Well I'm on my antibiotics again (Tetracyline) With Differin and Benzaclin and my face is clear, but if fear that...
- Has Differin or Retin A or other topical treatments helped anyone? 15th December 2004
... Differin cream. So gentle! After trying soooo many topicals...
... see for me differin didn't do much,
I (unlike a lot of people, I'm...
... you might do better trying something more gentle ( differin , Retin A)....
... i still have a refill on differin I used to use years ago when I had acne, I want to...
... Differin didn't do anything but make my skin peal...
- help...what is on my face 12th December 2004
... care of them after your face gets used to it. I am on differin which is similar to retin-A and it cleared my face...
- accutane after minocin...please read 12th December 2004
... went off about 8-9 months ago and also stopped using differin which I had been using for 3 years, because of the...
- What's the BEST Birth control pill for acne prone skin 11th December 2004
... I second that! I'm using Differin , Rosac, Desogen, and spironolactone. It has definitely...
- Differin= Itchy skin? 10th December 2004
... I am currently on Differin at night and Clyndomycin in the morning and on my...
... I am currently on Differin at night and Clyndomycin in the morning and on my ... no burning sensation, I heard associated with using Differin ....
- Should I start Minocycline? 9th December 2004
... out if it? After all, I am 33. Also, i am applying Differin and bezyclin with it.
I was taking Orthotri-lo...
- Antiboitics Good or bad 9th December 2004
... prevent acne from coming back, using a topical, such as Differin or Retin-A, should keep it away. I'm taking minocycline ... and Differin right now and im about 99% clear. Also, even though...
- Klaron...whom ever has tried please share 8th December 2004
... Moderate acne without meds. But its very controlled with Differin , almost completely clear. I was just hoping Klaron...
- Duac? 8th December 2004
... My 14 yr old son is on Duac as well as Differin and he used to take an oral antibiotic as well. His ... stopped it. He looks pretty good on just the Duac and Differin though....
- Is acne on Cheeks and Jaw different than others? 6th December 2004
... my doctor took me off of them. I am on klaron and differin now and it is working well....
- Cleansers? 4th December 2004
... I am on differin so I also need a gentle fash wash. I found foaming...
... Thanks for the suggestion, How was differin when you first started out? Did you have any breakouts ... ? I ahve the differin gel, but have not used it yet be cause I just got...
- L'Oreal Micro-Dermabrasion Kit 4th December 2004
... With Differin , your skin might become irritated. It has oils in...
... use th ekit, your skin is already sensitive from the differin and differin is just another name for retin a, you...
... new this is it. i finally found it tg. i also use differin at night and i just cant believe how great this stuff...
- on tazorac now with bad side effects....need advice! 2nd December 2004
... antibiotic (clindamycin). my first derm put me on differin gel and doxy (a year ago) but the doxy made me very ... a reduction in acne, i saw faster results with the differin gel, and my face feels very greasy but is flakey and ... be better off asking the derm if i can go back to differin gel? i want something strong that will clear my face...
- 20 and above Females with moderate acne cysts. 1st December 2004
... sulfur (still use cause it atleast helps) tretinoin, differin , and NOW Im on Orth Tri Cyclen Lo (don’t think its...
... marks and keep down inflamations. I continue to use differin gel at night along with Oil of Olay Total Effects...
- Retin-A Micro vs. Tazorac or Azelex or Other? Any experiences? 1st December 2004
... I've tried Differin , which did not work for me.
I'm currently on...
- Ahhh Retin-A Micro is HARSH 30th November 2004
... Have you thought about Differin ? I did terrible on Retin-A. Much happier with Differin...
- My accutane diary 30th November 2004
... trying!).
Over the years, I have tried Retin A, Differin , Clindomyacin, Proactive, BC pills, and all the OTC...
... my face.
Thats when I tried all the antibiotics, Differin , Retin A, Clindmycin, peels, BCP, ETC. The only thing...
- Hey everyone I hate dermos... 29th November 2004
... mino which didnt work at all, and Ive tried taz., differin , duac, triaz, everything you can think of. and I wanted...
- Omg-someone Help Please! 28th November 2004
... something and stopped and now clearing up thanks to using differin as a spot treatment too.
No rhyme or reason it...