Epiduo Forte and Stinging: What Users Say

• Poo...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• September 9, 2019

For Acne "My 17-year-old daughter started using Epiduo Forte last September. It was very drying at first and did sting a bit after she applied it. She used Aveeno moisturizer and was consistent with the Epiduo Forte use. She almost gave up several times because her acne got worse in the first few months. But she stayed the course. Eventually, there was a small improvement. Fewer pimples that didn’t last as long. After 1 year on Epiduo Forte, my now 18-year-old daughter is in her freshman year of college, rocking her completely clear skin! Not a pimple in months, and her hyperpigmentation has faded as well. I’m so thankful for this product. I’m convinced her next step would have been Accutane, and I’m so glad she kept going even when she was completely discouraged in the beginning. My advice, just keep using it! Don’t give up!"

• Jen...
• November 26, 2018

For Acne "I have had very bad acne, but after discovering Epiduo Forte, my face has definitely cleared up. I like how strong it is, and I love how quickly it works. The only downside to this medicine is that it makes your skin very, very dry, sometimes so dry that my skin would flake off, and it would sting to use lotion."

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

For Acne "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)"

• WKE...
• June 23, 2017

For Acne "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."

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

For Acne "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."

• VAG...
• December 4, 2017

For Acne "I'm a little over a month using this cream to help clear mild acne. The first few weeks were horrible. Face would sting, especially around the mouth and corner of eyes. Skin was peeling and super dry, with dry patches appearing during the day. I use it every night and, if needed, would take a night off. However, I stopped feeling them around week 3. My routine is: exfoliate face with Philosophy exfoliating wash, followed by cleansing with their face wash. I apply a vitamin C serum (Trueskin is the brand), leave to air dry for 2 minutes, then I use CeraVe daily moisturizer, applying a generous amount. Wait 5 minutes, then apply one pump of Epiduo Forte gel on cheeks and chin. My skin looks drastically clearer. Still get breakouts around cycle, but they don't last long at all."

• Sar...
• May 3, 2020

For Acne "The first time using Epiduo was on Monday. It felt tingly but didn’t cause any pain, however, when I applied it on Tuesday, my skin began to burn to the point where I was uncomfortable the whole night. On Wednesday, it was just as bad. My skin felt hot, was stinging and burning, and was so painful. Cleansing and moisturizing was now giving me the similar burning sensation. On Thursday, my skin felt extremely tight, itchy, and sensitive. The skin around my mouth and on my chin was starting to peel, and it only got worse the next day. The peeling spread to around my eyes and eyebrows. I stopped using Epiduo because it was causing a lot of damage when I was seeing very minimal results. My skin is now extremely dry and sore, and I have to now see a dermatologist because it has only worsened my skin. My experience may sound insignificant due to the fact I only used Epiduo for two days, however, I want people to be aware of how painful and damaging this product can be."