Others remove excess oil from the skin or speed the growth of new skin cells and the removal of dead skin cells
1% gel (aka Differin) for over-the-counter acne treatment for patients 12 and older
Retinoids are derivatives of vitamin A and work by increasing cell turnover, purging clogged pores that harbor bacteria overgrowth, and preventing the formation of new pimples
Differin Gel is the first retinoid gel approved for over-the-counter use to treat acne
Note: I have sensitive, now dehydrated, acne-prone skin (mild acne) Of course, everyone's skin is different and nothing is a universal guarantee
For sunscreen, I use this one and then I use my lotion on top after the sunscreen
I was still skeptical as I am when something seems too good to be true
12 Doesn't Work 5 Drying 2 Drying
Acne 101: Know your enemy
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Both retinol and adapalene are retinoids, but only adapalene is FDA-approved to treat acne
Prevents new acne from forming if used daily
Use a non-comedogenic, broad-spectrum sunscreen like Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer with SPF 30
Differin gel was originally touted to treat acne and prevent future breakouts