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Topical Retinoid
Acne.org’s Real World Take
Produces similar results to the two other topical retinoids, tretinoin and adapalene, which means only partial clearing, and comes with far more sensitivity and side effects when you first start using it. It probably won’t be a total game changer and don’t be surprised if it’s too much for your skin to take.
Topical Retinoid
How to Get It
Have a dermatologist? Make an appointment to get this medication. Don't have a dermatologist? See The American Academy of Dermatology Physician Database to find one.
Used Tazarotene? Rate It:
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February 20, 2009
Cons:
Hated it! Made my face break out even more.
I tried this for 3 weeks. My face just kept getting worse and worse. I originally had light acne, but by the time I quit using this I had moderate and was well on my way to severe. Even their website only promises 50% reduction of pimples in 3 months. That puts you back where you started. Total waste of money! Destructive to your self image!
January 2, 2009
Pros:
sometimes it gets rid of existing pimples
Cons:
dryness, burning, itching, would create pimples where there normally wasnt
it might work for some but not me. ive been using it for a month and they keep saying it takes time. so far i havent seen any improvement and its just making my face worse.
October 31, 2008
Pros:
smaller pores
Cons:
more breakouts, dry flaky skin around mouth area
I feel like this isn't working. in the last 3 weeks my skin has become blotchy, red, irritated, flakey and now I am getting way more breakouts all over my face than I had before. I have no idea what is going on. the zits are soooo sore and painful and they just keep popping up intsead of going away. I feel soooo annoyed what a waste of time and money!!!!!
August 29, 2008
Pros:
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Cons:
huge sores developed all over my face about 3 wks after starting the cream,many of tese would have pus and blood leaking from them. whenever i was with my girlfriend these knots would burst onto her face. i,ve had to quit my job .
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April 14, 2008
Pros:
my skin is softer and smoother than ever before. I'm really seeing results
Cons:
dryness, redness, breaking out at first which is inevitable with the start of any acne treatment
I've been using this stuff for about a month and a half so far and I've really seen some great results. I use zaclir face wash (benzoyl peroxide wash) and clindagel (clindamycin) in the morning and cetaphil wash with the tazorac at night. I'm also on solodyn which is an antibiotic and was prescribed yaz birth control by my gyno. The combination of all of these things has really made my skin great. The dry, peeling, red skin really sucks at first. Stick it out! It gets better and it's totally worth it. My dermatologist also recommended the magic mitt (a Jane Ireland product, can find it online or some stores). It's a very soft mitt you wear over your hand when you wash your face. It gives you a deeper clean that gets rid of more bacteria and really makes your skin smooth. This will help you with the peeling and to clean it all you have to do is wash it with soap and hang it up to dry Everyone should have one!
December 16, 2007
Pros:
It exfoliates the skin to unclog pores. It is helping unclog all those tiny little whiteheads and blackheads that have been stuck in my face forever. My skin is soft and smooth.
Cons:
Pink skin, some peeling, gets worse first, takes months to work.
I am new to this cream but have used Retin A (which is similar). If you stick with it, it will work beautifully to clear up what you have, and prevent future breakouts. My doctor gave me a lesson about application which has helped with peeling. He suggested using it every other day and only a pea sized amount. If that is still too much, he recommends applying it for an hour then wash it off, the next day do two hours, etc. until your skin tolerates it. You CANNOT apply large amounts of this cream day after day because skin will literally HANG off your face. If it has gotten to that point, then stop and let it rest, then apply smaller amounts for less time. I'm excited that after long term use, my skin will be clear, and that is my focus. It is difficult for me because right now it has gotten worse but I just keep focusing on the end result.
July 18, 2007
Pros:
Clears up acne and prevents new ones from coming out.
Cons:
Extreme redness, dryness, peeling, and sensitivity to sunlight.
I tried using Tazorac for a long time, and I have to say, considering how bad my acne used to be, it did wonders. After about 2 months, my skin was clean most of the time. But, the problem is, it made my face so sensitive after over a year of use that every time I laughed, my teacher would ask me if I was okay because my face would get so red (like, tomato red). Also, it made me peel, which is really embarrassing. I remember, one time, I wore some fleece sweater, and that's when I realized how much I was peeling under my jaw area. In the long run, it fought off acne, but I ended up getting off of it due to it ruining my skin. If you're going to do it, go for it, but on the same note, be aware. This thing's the strongest medication available in the topical retinoid department.
April 15, 2007
Pros:
Works.
Cons:
Burns,Itchy,DRY,Peeling,
I have only been on it for a little over a 2 weeks but I can start seeing some changes.The first 2 weeks were not fun.First few days it was ITCHY and burned.Then came the peeling, ALOT. But my acne is starting to clear up.I Think.It always seems to get better on the weekend.But I saved and my acne went crazy.It was so dry and hurt.So I using the old electric razor and seems to help.Another thing, it is change my hair color.I have black hair and eyebrows. And it is changing it blonde.So I just wash off areas of hair that it gets on with water and dry it.Seems to be working!! I will update in a month.
November 20, 2006
Pros:
Works amazingly well on getting rid of acne. You must give it a little time, but I have been on it now for over two years and I have had two years of clear skin to the point where I've had numerous people comment on how smooth and nice my skin looks!
Cons:
Dries out skin a lot (I use the .1% twice a day). I have to spend 5 minutes rubbing my skin each time I wash my face to rub dry skin off, but after that, I'm good to go for the way. Sometimes makes red and blotchy---but much better than acne.
I have had acne since the 4th grade and will have it all my life b/c it's hormonal. I have been on almost every single topical cream (though I've always stayed clear of antibiotics). Hands down this is by far the best stuff ever! Give it a little time, but honestly, you can't get a better topical. As long as you can deal w/dryness and occasional redness, your acne will be so much better. I occassionaly get a little pimple, but a touch of cover up and you can't notice it. I am 24 and finally have beautiful skin. I am completely confident to leave the house with no makeup and I know my face looks good. I will be on this for life! My dermitologist has also used this for years (after years of struggling with acne) and swears she'll never give it up. I also use spironolactone (a water pill) twice a day which helps reduce my skin's oiliness.
January 2, 2012
Pros:
At first faded hyper pigmentation
Feels lightweight on skin
Cons:
Dryness
Peeling
New/reoccuring hyper pigmentation
Still have new acne forming after using for a month
I think I'm just going to go on accutane like my dermatologist reccomended. I have a lot of pussy acne and some under the skin cystic acne. This isn't working. Ive been on solodyn 80mg for three months, epiduo for two but switched to tazorac. I had a bad breakout initially and I still have new acne every day :( I'm 16 and have had acne for years. Ive tried everything topical and have given up.
Pros:
None!