Epiduo Forte for Acne User Reviews (Page 3)

• MKa...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 23, 2018

"When I first started using Epiduo, my skin became very dry and painful. It also peeled. Within the first two to four weeks, my skin got slightly worse. However, after one month, it began to work like nothing else I’d ever used. It was great for the skin-colored bumps on my forehead and normal acne. I strongly recommend using coconut oil as a moisturizer when on this medicine. It helps profusely, and it helps minimize the initial dryness/pain/peeling that this medicine causes. It is totally worth the money and beginning side effects!!! Best thing for my acne!"

• Che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 28, 2018

"I have had pretty bad acne and hyperpigmentation for well over 20 years, and have pretty much tried it all. I recently made a last-ditch effort and went to a new dermatologist who prescribed Epiduo Forte. She also preceded my treatment with a chemical peel and recommended that I not begin using the cream until my face had completely cleared from the peel. One week later, I started using Epiduo Forte, and I have been on it for a little over a week. The effects have been unlike anything I have ever encountered. While my face has not completely cleared up, all my acne is gone, and the severe hyperpigmentation has lightened substantially. I have never encountered a treatment that has had such an immediate effect as this - and I have done chemical peels and laser treatments to little or no avail. The cream is very drying, so be advised that you will need to moisturize. I would definitely recommend, but be conscientious about your skin's reaction to the treatment and adjust accordingly."

• Lon...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 14, 2020

"I had used Epiduo from early 2017 to mid-2019, and it kept my skin clear. Out of nowhere, my skin started breaking out worse than it ever had before. It was targeted around my chin and jawline and crept up my cheeks onto my nose. After trying everything under the sun, I gave in and went back to my doctor, who recommended I try the new, stronger version, Epiduo Forte. It takes time, but this stuff always works. It was probably about three months until my skin cleared, and I was only left with scarring. With patience and consistency (probably the other most important thing) and a simple skincare routine that complements Epiduo Forte, it works best. I only ever experienced a burning sensation the first few uses, and I haven't found it particularly stripping. Please note I am from Australia, so my cost will be different and actually reflects a bottle that lasts me 6+ months."

• Jlc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 16, 2017

"Epiduo works! You have to give it time. I’m on my 6th week, and my skin has dramatically cleared. Around my cycle, breakouts still happen, but full results aren’t to be seen until around 8 weeks. Push through the purging, it’s awful, and my skin looked the worse it’s ever been! One day, everything started improving. Washing my face with Cetaphil in the morning and at night definitely made a difference as well. Keep pushing!"

• Can...
• May 2, 2020

"I went off of birth control, and gradually my skin kept getting worse and worse. I'd never experienced acne before, but I had also been on BC for almost 10 years. I was really impatient and started out strong, using it every night and without buffering with moisturizer before applying it. My skin went crazy, it was swollen, red, and flaky everywhere. Would not recommend. But I started buffering with a moisturizer before using Tactupump, then putting a moisturizer on after too for extra hydration. That calmed my skin down, and eventually, I stopped buffering with the moisturizer as my skin got used to the medication, and I didn't want to dilute the cream anymore. It's been a month, and my skin has seen crazy good improvements. Luckily, I didn't get a very bad purge phase, and my acne is pretty much cleared up, and I've got a really smooth skin texture now. I'm just waiting for the pesky acne scars to heal, which takes time. I definitely recommend this cream, but BE CAREFUL WHEN YOU FIRST START IT."

• Dri...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 28, 2020

"I have been using Epiduo Forte gel for a month and two weeks now. The first month was horrible, a lot of big red pimples that were hard to burst came up. I realized after the first month they went away, and my face is getting brighter and smoother as the days go by. There are some red spots on my face caused by the pimples that are also clearing up. It works, you just have to be patient."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• February 6, 2020

"I've been on Epiduo for 3 years, I have tried about every other retinol on the market and got no results with clearing my moderate/severe acne. Epiduo was the only cream that cured the whiteheads and obvious pimples I had my whole life. I never get whiteheads anymore, but the issue is it does not help at all with underground cystic acne, which is the only thing that remains. My skin is definitely clearer, and if you are just suffering from surface acne, then I highly recommend."

• Pim...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 17, 2018

"I started getting adult acne at 35. I’d never had acne in my life. It was horrible. Along my jawline, I had all kinds of acne: cystic, whiteheads, blackheads, no heads... lol. I went to a dermatologist and had chemical peels. Used expensive skincare regimens prescribed by my esthetician. $1,000s later, I tried Epiduo Forte. I have been in treatment now for 8 weeks, and I can see a remarkable difference. And it’s not just me, my husband noticed initially. Yes, it stings a little, and if you aren't using a moisturizer, you will get peeling and dry skin. I am sure to put on an extremely high SPF EVERY DAY. (Very important)"

• Lyd...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• January 2, 2018

"I’m 24 and have had moderate acne with a lot of cysts mostly on the lower half of my face for the last couple of years. I started taking spironolactone in the summer, but my dermatologist also put me on Retin-A Micro. I gave the Retin-A about 5 months, but it just didn’t do the job for the remaining pimples I was getting. So she switched me to Epiduo Forte, and I’m not even kidding, it cleared up the pimples I had and my face was clear within a few days. I didn’t have a purge phase, but I think that’s because I went straight from using Retin-A to this (and I did have a pretty bad purge when I started that). I would highly recommend giving this a try if you have adult acne. I always thought it was just for teens, but it’s worked wonders for me!"

• Jan...
• July 23, 2019

"I am eighteen, and I’ve seen a dermatologist for the past 5 years. I tried Proactiv and every drugstore product before finally going to the dermo. My first visit, I was prescribed Epiduo. My skin cleared up in 3 months and was clear for about 6 months. The medication stopped working, and we had to go back to something new, which included trying multiple topicals and antibiotics. There would be 6-month stints where the medication would clear up my skin, and then my acne would come back just as bad or worse. I was experiencing the worst acne I have ever had. I was ready to go on Accutane when my doctor prescribed Epiduo Forte with an antibiotic. This combination has helped me regain my confidence. I notice overnight the size of my acne decreasing, and when breakouts do come, they are much smaller and disappear much faster."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 7, 2018

"After trying normal Epiduo for a while and having mild success, I eventually decided to just try over-the-counter products for my mild acne. My breakouts came back very strong, and I had big cystic acne that would not go away. I became desperate and eventually decided to try out Epiduo Forte. At first, I didn’t see much results, and it dried my face a ton. But after using a nice moisturizer in the morning (CeraVe) and using the gel every night for the past month, my face is really starting to clear up! My biggest advice to anyone thinking about trying it is just give it time to start working! Be diligent about your morning and nightly routine, and the results will eventually come!"

• Ela...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 28, 2018

"My dermatologist prescribed me Epiduo Forte a little over a month ago. I have been taking doxycycline with it as well, but feel like the Epiduo is what is most effective! At first, it was sort of burning my skin and making it extremely dry, so I cut back to every other day, and my skin slowly got used to it. When I first started, my face was entirely cleared up in a week, and now my acne is normal, but applying this to the breakouts really gets them working. I am really happy with this product so far, and it is supposed to take 6-8 weeks for full results, so I’m hoping I’ll see those soon! Strongly suggest."

• Gan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 29, 2018

"I’ve had pretty severe acne since 5th grade and have been on Accutane twice. The Accutane wasn’t a pleasant experience, and although it did eventually clear my skin, my acne came back after a few months of being off of it. Between the end of my second round of Accutane and the start of using Epiduo Forte, my dermatologist prescribed me various different retinoids and oral prescriptions that never really worked. It really took a toll on my self-confidence, and I thought I would never find something that would clear my skin. Around three months ago, I was prescribed Epiduo Forte, and my skin hasn’t been this clear ever. I have a little bit of discoloration and scarring and will get a pimple every so often, but it will go away almost overnight. Other than that, my skin is completely clear, and I can’t recommend this product enough! From looking at other reviews and using my own experience, if Accutane didn’t work for you, this product most likely will!"

• Vin...
• March 8, 2018

"Before this, I used Accutane. That worked, but the side effects were not fun (dry lips, always tired, flushed face, etc.). It kept the acne away for a few months after treatment, but then it came back. I tried Differin 1% for a while, and that kind of worked. Eventually, I went to my derm and got Epiduo Forte. This works great! I didn't really have the burning or flaky skin that others have described, my skin is probably really resistant. I had a small purge, and it took about a month and a half before I realized I don't have any pimples on my face anymore. I use it nightly and then put CeraVe PM moisturizer on top. I've gotten a couple of zits on my forehead when I skipped a couple of days, but they went away quickly. I highly recommend this. It's worked just as well as Accutane without all the other side effects."

• Anonymous
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 12, 2017

"I had bad acne and terrible cystic bumps, especially around “that time.” I was getting cortisone injections at least 3 times a month for painful bumps. My doctor prescribed Epiduo Forte on 10/28/27, and my skin had been beautiful. I didn't even have a bad hormonal breakout, just a few small pimples that Epiduo dried right out. I love this stuff, and I am in awe of my skin. I will say that you NEED a good moisturizer because it will dry your skin. Other than THUMBS UP!"

• Kld...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 21, 2016

"I have tried everything over the counter and by prescription. I feel like I finally found the answer to my middle-aged hormonal acne. This is like a miracle. I do suggest using it consistently for three months for the best results. Glad I didn't give up!"

• Gol...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 28, 2016

"Been using this gel for about almost a month now, and I can tell it works! My doctor told me to start off slow... but I didn't listen. I use this every night and apply it during the daytime if I want to make sure I have no new acne coming. Overall, I can't wait to see my skin in 3 months from now."

• Jay...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 16, 2020

"I am currently on my third month using Epiduo Forte. The first month was quite problematic as I started out using it every night, terrible idea. My face was extremely irritated and was dry and peeling. Since then, my acne has only been getting worse. I've been taking weekly pictures for comparison (which I recommend for everyone on acne medication), and the further I go backward, the better it looks. I don't know if this is part of the process, but I am just going to continue until the entire pump is empty. On the positive side, pimples that do pop up appear smaller and disappear faster, but that's it. Hope this improves, my face is literally just a big blob of scarring, which is absolutely terrible."

• WKE...
• June 23, 2017

"I have been struggling with acne for a little over five years now. I finally went to the dermatologist after trying literally every face soap on this planet and got prescribed Epiduo Forte. I have oily skin and a lot of comedones on my forehead. The first week I could see the bumps on my forehead going down and some of them even disappearing. Then the second week my face was burning, and whenever I would apply my regular face wash, my face would sting, and it would hurt to apply it. I would definitely recommend using a moisturizer with this prescription. My pimples have come back, though, and my skin is worse. I am on my third week, which is a purge session, so I hope to see better results in the future to come."

• Tta...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• May 16, 2020

"Epiduo Forte is actually quite good for hyperpigmentation, as it renews the skin faster and the spots fade. It does take time. I put it on every night for nearly 7 months. This medication was expensive in my country, but I really wanted to solve my acne problem. I still had breakouts, just significantly less. It does not help with oily skin. A side effect is flaky skin. I eventually had to take Accutane because my acne was very persistent and hormonal-based, but want to give this medication credit for helping with my dark spots."

• Soo...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 9, 2016

"I'm a 33/f with cystic acne my entire life. I've been using Epiduo Forte and Aczone for over 4 weeks now. I started using the Aczone daily in the AM and Epiduo every other night along with doxycycline. My face started clearing without any dryness. Then week 2, I began using the Epiduo every night, and within 2 days, my entire face broke out. But this was expected, and I knew purging might occur. However, the pimples did not last long. Only about 2 days or so and came to a head quickly. I'm pretty confident the pimples dried up quickly because of Aczone. My face got pretty dry, though. So now, I use a daily exfoliant, hydrating serum (put on before meds to combat dryness/irritation), meds, and CeraVe (AM/PM) lotion. Works great! Just have to be patient!"

• Gra...
• May 5, 2020

"If you have super oily skin, Epiduo Forte might work wonders for you. I have an extremely oily forehead to the point where I could go all day without touching my face, and it will end up being visibly shiny and gross. However, the rest of my face remains dry. This medication works wonders on oily, acne-prone skin. My forehead cleared after only a few days of use, and it completely eliminated the excess oil on my forehead, making me feel confident. However, I also break out terribly on my chin, which is not oily at all. This medication does cause the areas around my mouth to become red and flaky. I moisturize these parts of my face daily. In my opinion, Epiduo Forte has been more successful than not and works wonders for me. No store-bought acne cream has ever worked for me, but Epiduo Forte clears my face in a few days and keeps it that way with regular use. If I start to experience too much peeling, I will use it twice a day on my forehead and once every other day on my chin."

• Daw...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 7, 2020

"This has cleared my skin completely!! When I first had been prescribed the cream, I was very unsure because my skin is very sensitive and also has mild/severe acne. When I first used it, it would sting and dry my skin out, but I realized I was using too much, and you literally only need the smallest amount. I also recommend combining it with your moisturizer to help with dryness and its harshness. Your acne will probably become worse before better, but 10/10 recommended, especially for teens who have little time for a face routine."

• Nic...
• December 8, 2015

"I've been dealing with moderate to severe acne for well over 10 years now, but I never wanted to go on Accutane. Epiduo Forte works! I saw results in 1 week, with less and less acne coming through. It even is starting to reduce the red marks that I have from old acne. People complain that it burns and dries out their skin, but in my case, it wasn't that bad. My skin was a little sensitive, burned only a little, but did get dry. It felt like a tight pulling at times, and my neck was very flaky. My skin is very oily, which may cause it to not be as dry as a result of the medication. I'm working on my 5th week on Epiduo, and again, I am very impressed. I have my follow-up in a few weeks, and I am excited to share the results with my doctor."

• Anonymous
• October 30, 2018

"I started this product about 7 weeks ago, and it has done nothing but make my skin so much worse. I don't even want to look at my face in the mirror anymore, and I'm hoping to see results soon. If not, I will be returning to the products I used to use."