Epiduo for Acne User Reviews (Page 5)

• Bot...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2013

"I've been on Epiduo for about a month. And yes, for the first week and a half, maybe 2 weeks, my skin was irritated and it burned when I put the gel on. However, it subsides over time. Today, when I put it on, there is 0 irritation. Anyway, I had a breakout when I started, but right now, my skin is pretty clear and amazing compared to before. I do still get a few pimples here and there, but nothing major, and definitely not like anything compared to before. I will say that using Epiduo in the first month has its ups and downs. There'll be some days where you'll be like, 'This isn't even helping!' But just wait it out."

• ell...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 2, 2023

"I’ve had Epiduo in the past with doxycycline, and it completely cleared my skin, including the scars. If you don’t want to go through purging, I would really recommend introducing it slowly into your skincare: once a week, then twice, and so on. If you have sensitive skin, do not use it every day, but every two evenings. If you use it every night, you might purge for up to 4 weeks, but the results are the same :) Some tips with Epiduo: wait 10 minutes before you moisturize, use a pea-sized amount, and be careful with your clothes! It stains literally every fabric that isn’t white. And keep going :)"

• Jum...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• July 11, 2014

"I have always had horrid acne, and nothing seemed to work. Tried Proactiv, and while it would work, the moment I skipped one day of treatment, I would break out. After years of fighting it, I went to my local Skin Institute, where they prescribed me Epiduo. It works, end of story. Now, for about the first month or two, it does dry the skin out, particularly around the lips and nose. What I found works is Aveeno facial moisturizers. They don't cause the skin to break out, and they help the affected areas. Within three months, my acne was noticeably better, and I'm very happy with it! Trust me, it is worth the wait!"

• Kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 4, 2013

"I am 63 and still fighting acne. I have been doing so since I was a teen. I have tried everything with the exception of Accutane. I now take spironolactone and doxycycline every other day. I use Epiduo every night along with CeraVe cleanser and moisturizer. My skin is the best ever. It is clear, and when I start feeling a breakout, I immediately apply Epiduo. I am so happy with this product. My skin also looks younger. I would recommend this to anyone feeling frustrated after trying other medications that did not work. I found side effects minimal and manageable."

• hel...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• October 5, 2019

"I have been taking Epiduo since last year, but I stopped when my face cleared up 100 percent. Until later this month, a makeup primer broke me out, so I started using Epiduo again. The first 4 weeks will be so bad, your face will be so dry, and it will keep peeling. You won't even be able to apply makeup, but trust me, it gets better. You actually start seeing results after that, and your skin gets used to it so that you don't experience any side effects anymore. Just make sure to stick with it and use an exfoliator and moisturizer at all times, and I promise your face will clear up."

• Eva...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 21, 2020

"I used Epiduo for about 2 months on my moderate comedonal acne. I began breaking out everywhere in places I normally wouldn’t. At first, I just thought it was purging, but it lasted for the whole time. I personally believe the Epiduo made my skin worse. It’s worth a try, but not for me!"

• Reb...
• January 8, 2015

"I have had acne since I was 11, and I'm 18 now. I tried everything, including Proactiv and Accutane. Nothing seemed to work, and even when my acne got better, I still had post-acne red marks. I started Epiduo about 2 weeks ago and already have seen amazing results. No new acne has come in, and I've coupled it with a Neutrogena alcohol-free toner to tackle the red marks. My skin looks better every day even though the marks aren't completely gone yet. My skin has not been dry, but I still use Cetaphil Sensitive Skin Lotion every night to keep it moisturized."

• Anonymous
• August 3, 2019

"I have recently suffered greatly with painful, red cystic acne all over both my cheeks, in particular my jawline. I have tried multiple oral treatments for periods of time, and nothing has worked due to it being a hormonal imbalance. As a last resort, I was prescribed Epiduo Gel. I used it for 2 nights with no problems. Then, on the third day, I woke up to about 6-7 new BIG spots on each cheek. I had already read that this product will make your skin bad before it gets better, but I was never expecting this, my skin has never been worse. Not only that, I applied the gel to the problem areas, and even for it to then BURN my face, I have now been left with significant burns and scaling, as well as big horrible spots and redness. The only way I can explain it is that it felt like I was putting acid onto my face, it is a really unpleasant process. If you have extremely sensitive, acne-prone skin, then I would not recommend it, it's very invasive and chemical-like. Hope this helps someone out."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 4, 2015

"I have only been using Epiduo for a few days, and I have already seen an improvement in my acne. However, my face burns every time I put it on. I've tried to use moisturizer, as my face is now extremely dry, but that hurt so much and made my face swell and go red! My face is so stiff and dry and hurts when I touch it! I have read these symptoms will go away, so hopefully, if I pursue, I will see an improvement."

• Vic...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• June 28, 2016

"I'm 18, and I've had mild to moderate acne, including pimples and small bumps on my forehead and cheeks. I finally decided I had enough and was prescribed Epiduo. The first night, I only put it on for a couple of hours, and the following nights I put it on every other night. During the middle of week two, my skin became very sensitive, started to peel like a sunburn, and my face was slightly swollen. I patted on Cetaphil Moisturizing Lotion and Cortisone 10 on the more severe parts for two days straight, all day. I also put a cold towel on my face, which helped a lot. It hurt, but it got better. Just be patient. I'm on week three, and my skin is almost clear! Overall, this stuff really works, but patience is very important."

• Mac...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 24, 2020

"My 12-year-old son had blackheads and acne on his chin and forehead. The dermatologist recommended a low-dose antibiotic along with the Epiduo cream. At first, it didn't seem like it was working, but I think it was because he wasn't consistent with the applications. Now his face is glowing, and he's very happy with the results. He's been using it for two months."

• Hap...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 8, 2014

"This stuff is awesome! I've had what looked like really bad heat rash on my face for a few years now, finally got sick of it and went to my dermatologist, and he prescribed Epiduo and gave me samples. Wasn't even done with my first sample and already saw a huge improvement. I'm one week on it now, and the bumps are GONE! This stuff is great, and I'm very hard to convince. Also, this is my first time to ever do a product review, that's how much I think this product needs to be promoted! It's awesome!"

• Ccj...
• July 6, 2019

"When first getting this medication, I’ll admit I used it maybe for 5 days and decided this really irritates my skin. Fast forward about a year, and I decided to take a slower approach and give this a chance. I didn’t use it every night, maybe 4 nights out of the 7, and my skin slowly adjusted. Let me just say this: you cannot use this medication for a week or even a month, for that matter, and expect an immediate result. My skin didn’t fully build up until about 3-4 months. I know that sounds like a while, but it’s worth the wait in my opinion. I now can use it morning and night without any effects. For those of you worried about irritation, I recommend a facial glowing oil. I tried it for the first time this year, and I’m over here wondering why I ever used moisturizer (because my skin soaks it up way too fast). Just hang in and don’t be afraid to give this a try."

• LAu...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• January 30, 2013

"This product is great! I suffer from adult acne and I finally found something that works. At first, it used to burn my skin, so what I did was use a very small amount only for one hour every couple of days. Then, when the skin wasn't getting burned anymore, I used it for two hours, and then three, and so on. Now, I use it all night about three times a week, and my skin is 100% acne-free! Hope this helps!"

• Cak...
• January 19, 2012

"I can honestly say I've only been using Epiduo for a week, and my skin is clear! All my friends have been coming up to me asking how my skin got so clear. I know some people said that their skin is peeling, but mine is only burning a little. Whoever made this product deserves a thumbs up."

• Jen...
• February 24, 2016

"This is the first review I have ever written, but this product definitely deserved a review! I am 27 years old and have struggled with acne since I was 14! I have tried EVERYTHING!! I was dubious about trying another topical cream, especially after reading the reviews on this product and reading all the horror stories of it breaking people out more, etc. But I can honestly say straight from the beginning it worked! It started to clear everything up and clear my skin from the first use! No burning, etc., like everyone had mentioned. I would suggest applying a moisturizer on top of the cream to prevent dryness and flaking. But please do not be put off by the reviews as I almost was!"

• Kan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 16, 2019

"OKAY, so I had basically perfect skin all my life, and then all of a sudden I had terrible acne only on my forehead. Nothing worked, and then I got put on Tactupump Forte. The first couple of weeks to 2 months was brutal. I wanted to give up so badly. My face burned completely, all the way down to my cheeks, and my eyes were swollen every time I woke up in the morning. I stuck through it and believed in this cream because nothing else was working. Fast forward to almost 4 months on it, and I basically have clear skin. A minor breakout (1-2 pimples at most) here and there due to hormones, but other than that I can walk out with no makeup and feel so confident. If you’re starting this and your face is burning, I know it’s hard, but stick through it! You can do it! The results are so worth it, and I’d go through that terror all over again to have my clear skin back."

• SWa...
• September 4, 2018

"I’ve struggled with mild to moderate acne for 10 years (currently 25). For some unknown reason, my acne recently worsened, so I finally decided to see my doctor and discuss treatment options. Week 1: My skin was very dry and flaky, my pimples started to dry up, and new pimples were less frequent. Week 2: Skin was still dry and flaky, but not as bad as week 1. Again, fewer new pimples were popping up, and old pimples started to reduce in size. Week 3: The purge! Suddenly (overnight), a lot of pimples came out of nowhere, which I was expecting, but was still a bit alarming. One thing I noticed was that although there were a lot of new pimples, they were healing very quickly. Week 4: Clear skin! For the first time in a long time, my skin is 95% clear. I will continue the treatment for at least another two months just to make sure my acne doesn’t come back, then I’ll start to tone down the treatment. Conclusion: Acne sucks, but this medication worked for me. Be patient."

• Fal...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 8, 2014

"I started using Epiduo, and it was working perfectly. Then, one day around my eyebrows started to hurt, then, the next day, the skin was peeling. It wasn't sunburn for sure because there was no sunshine for days. I put the lotion on it, and it stung. Three days later, my skin is still peeling, it hurts when I touch it, and my acne is back."

• i5a...
• September 17, 2014

"I was prescribed this cream by my dermatologist years ago and have been using it ever since. I suffer on and off from large, cyst-like pimples on my chin that haven't surfaced from the skin, and Epiduo clears them before they even have a chance to surface! It's also great for the occasional pimple. I notice results in as little as 1-2 days. My only problem is makeup application; as others have said, it can dry out and flake the skin. However, a little cream goes a long way, and I would strongly suggest not to lather a large amount of the product on your face."

• Sop...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 9, 2014

"I've just started Epiduo 3 days ago, and after the first two days, the blackheads that had been all over my nose for 3-4 years started falling off my face. Every time I would scratch my nose, they would come off. However, as I can see so far, it does little for those pesky under-the-skin pimples. Ah well, rubbing alcohol works quite fine on those. Really though, this product is great for clogged pores."

• Kel...
• June 28, 2014

"I am very happy with my skin now that I have been using Epiduo consistently for about 9 months. After the first 4 months, just about all of my acne was gone, and now almost all of my acne scars have disappeared. My method is: I use a Clarisonic twice a day with Eucerin face wash. Eucerin is the best product for me in terms of lotions and face washes/body washes because my sensitive skin needs something gentle that won't irritate it. Every night after washing my face, I apply one pump of Epiduo evenly on my face, wait at least 10 minutes, and apply Eucerin lotion. The reason I gave this product 9/10 is because the first few weeks of using this product, the skin on my face was red, itchy, and flaky. Also, I can't expose myself to sunlight."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 11, 2015

"The best advice I can give about Epiduo is to definitely be patient! I know it's easier said than done when, like me, you're fed up with your skin and want something to work as quickly as possible. After trying almost every product under the sun, the latest thing I went on was the Epiduo. After 3 months, and using a simple light Nivea moisturizer before applying, the cream really started to work and I saw massive improvements in my skin! The redness of my spots completely cleared, and now my skin is almost totally clear, and I feel so much more confident! Patience really is the key to Epiduo, stick with it and you'll see just why it's worth it! Definitely recommend!"

• Aan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 18, 2020

"I’ve been on it since November because my acne started to look bad, so I went to the dermatologist. The dermatologist said I was “starting” to scar near my mouth a little bit, so she prescribed me Epiduo. It’s now the middle of February, so I’ve been on it about 11 weeks, and my face is covered in scars I never had before. I really don’t recommend this at all unless you already have bad scarring. I’m scared to stop using it because apparently, you break out like crazy. Any suggestions? I never really noticed any scarring until I used this product, and I’m starting to be very self-conscious about it. Occasionally, my breakouts seem calmer, but as a whole, I hate that I ever started this."

• use...
• June 24, 2015

"I had moderate/severe acne, and I went to a dermatologist, and they put me on multiple medications that burned my face and made the acne worse. After I switched dermatologists, my new doctor immediately put me on Epiduo and also recommended a birth control pill to help my acne. It's been 2 months, and my face is clear, with only 1 or 2 pimples when I have my period. Epiduo is wonderful and also helps with healing acne scars. I have extremely sensitive skin, and this cream only made me peel a little bit the first week I used it, but my skin has become accustomed, and my doctor and I are very pleased with the results. My self-esteem is so much better thanks to this medicine."