Epiduo User Reviews & Ratings (Page 4)

• San...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 20, 2019

For Acne "I am a male in my early 20s who has had acne for several years, getting both cysts and bad pimples, which has left me a couple of scars. I was on antibiotics, but these weren't hugely effective. My doctor prescribed me Epiduo as I was still getting spots. For the first time in years, I have gone months being spot-free. For the first few weeks to a month, the cream does burn, may cause skin peeling and extra redness. It even stings a little to put moisturizer on. However, once this initial period passes, the cream is painless, and you only have to apply it at night, which is really convenient. After about a month (may differ depending on the individual), my skin had literally stopped getting pimples. If nothing else has worked for your acne yet, I would really recommend this cream."

• Hea...
• July 22, 2014

For Acne "I've tried so many products to get rid of the acne on my face, and nothing worked. I even tried home remedies and everything. Then, my doctor prescribed me Epiduo, and just 2 days after using it, I started to see a difference. It's amazing, it got rid of the acne I had, and ever since I got it, I don't get pimples anymore. It does, however, tend to dry out my skin, but not severely, nothing a little moisturizer can't fix. Overall, Epiduo is amazing, and I wouldn't use anything else for my acne."

• Jad...
• January 5, 2020

For Acne "I was prescribed this cream by my dermatologist for my hormonal/comodonal acne and have been using it for 7 weeks. In the beginning, I applied it every other day or every two days as my skin was burning intensely and felt so sensitive. Now the burning has thankfully subsided, I use it pretty much every day. I’m still going through the annoying purging stage, and I really hoped/thought it would have stopped by now. I started to feel disappointed thinking it isn’t working for me, but from what I’ve now read, it can continue worsening acne for up to 3 months before it gets better, so I’m persevering and hoping for good results come the end. It has dried my skin out on my chin excessively and caused a lot of redness, which was expected. Fingers crossed for good results in a few more weeks and a road to clear skin!"

• Joe...
• January 15, 2015

For Acne "I've been applying this every night before bed, and went through the process of having my skin flake off everywhere, and now I don't have dryness from it, but I have to say it's been like 5 months and I still have acne. Looks the same as before."

• che...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 18, 2014

For Acne "I have suffered from acne for about 5 years and have tried many, many over-the-counter products. NOTHING worked. So I went to my dermatologist, and she prescribed me Epiduo along with some other products. Within 3 days, I could tell a difference in my acne. Then, after a week, my face began burning when I applied the Epiduo and peeling. I continued using the Epiduo, and the burning and peeling stopped after a week. I've been on it for 3 weeks now, and my acne is going away. But let me warn you, DO NOT overuse this product. Only use once a day."

• Bec...
• September 15, 2015

For Acne "I had mild acne, and I've been on Epiduo for a month and a half so far. The first few weeks were rough, just like I was warned it would be. It brought out all my old acne spots and made my face so dry and sensitive that it would burn when I put it on at night, and some nights kept me up crying. I never understood why something that is helping your skin would cause it so much pain. But I stuck with it and could tell that my pores were getting smaller and smoother. A month later, and my skin was a little better but not amazing. I'm happy to say my skin now is almost acne-free completely! To anyone just starting and having doubts about it, stick with it and don't give up, you will see results soon!"

• Jba...
• June 17, 2014

For Acne "I LOVE Epiduo! It clears my skin up and makes my skin so beautiful. I'm in love with my face, and I'm not self-conscious anymore! I have a few small zits occasionally, but they aren't noticeable to anyone but myself. So in love with Epiduo."

• kat...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• December 12, 2019

For Acne "Never really considered my skin to be bad, got the odd hormonal breakout, but that was it. I noticed this summer, though, as I turned 20, that my skin started looking TERRIBLE. Bumpy texture, zits, red pigmentation, the works. Nothing seemed to help, and I tried EVERYTHING. My doctor prescribed this, and wow, oh wow. My skin looks like the Glossier Instagram page now. That being said, the first 6-ish weeks on it were terrible, irritated skin so bad I couldn't even put makeup on for the first 3-4 weeks, and then redness and puffiness after that, BUT my skin adapted to the cream as I stuck it out! So don't give up before it gets good! Only downside is that my face is super dry now, and I have to heavily moisturize morning and night (First Aid Beauty Ultra Repair Cream is a lifesaver), but this could also be due to the dry Canadian winters. Anyway, love this stuff!"

• Col...
• September 30, 2014

For Acne "I had extreme acne, pimples, dark spots, and a red face, oily as well. I was prescribed Epiduo by my doctor, and I saw results in about 1 week, pretty much almost all of my face clearing up. Then a couple of days ago, when I applied it, my face burned horribly, I thought it was my cleanser, but it wasn't. Epiduo makes your skin dry and burn, but only for a little bit, still a good acne cream!"

• Kat...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• October 22, 2019

For Acne "This is my first month using Epiduo. The first 3 weeks, I saw no difference. This week, my skin started burning badly, then I got more acne, and it's red. When I wash my face, it just burns. Right now, my face is peeling. I'm even scared to go to school because I look bad."

• Lia...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 20, 2020

For Acne "I'm on my 5th month of using Epiduo, and it has been a lifesaver. It's upped my confidence a lot. Recently, I've gotten a breakout again, but that's expected because of being a teen and all that. But my forehead is so clear, and my before and after pictures, I can't even explain... just incredible work. You have to be patient with this cream, and you will see results. Everyone should give it at least a 6-month trial and take before and after pictures. It stings at the start as the cream adjusts, but it soon helps, and the acne spots disappear quickly!"

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• August 30, 2013

For Acne "I'm seventeen and have been using Epiduo for about seven weeks. Ever since sixth grade, I've had enough acne to make me feel uncomfortable and cry at the sight of my skin with no makeup. I apply Epiduo every night after my shower and have been very pleased with my results. At first, like everyone mentioned, it burned and dried out my skin (especially around my lips). However, it wasn't bad enough for me to have to use a moisturizer. Avoid putting the gel around your eyes because that's where it burned the most. The burning and the dryness don't last long and are totally worth it. My skin is almost clear, and my scars have even faded thanks to Epiduo. I strongly recommend this product."

• Bet...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 12, 2014

For Acne "I'm currently using Epiduo and have been for only the past few weeks. Although I have experienced the burning, stinging, redness, and dry skin on my face, I am already noticing an extreme difference in my acne. It has decreased an astonishing amount and has been the most effective treatment I have used yet. I highly recommend using the gel!"

• Mar...
• April 9, 2014

For Acne "I've always had a few pimples here and there, but this year my skin FREAKED OUT. I started getting cystic acne on my cheeks, and I begged my mom to take me to the dermatologist. Initially, he prescribed Atralin, which didn't help. It burned my skin, and I would cry because it hurt so bad. I used it for maybe a month until things got worse. I started taking birth control around this time too, and that also was a terrible experience. I got huge whiteheads on my chin every day in clusters. I was so depressed. I would cry all the time, and I hated looking in the mirror. Finally, I went back, and my derm said to try Epiduo, and my skin looks amazing! I also take birth control and Spiro, and I think the combination is perfection! Time is key."

• Lau...
• April 7, 2021

For Acne "I started Epiduo early December 2020 for my moderate/severe acne, so it’s been about 4 months now. I started because I suffered from mostly closed comedones and had super textured skin. Even if there were no red pimples, my skin would look really bumpy in certain lighting, and it made makeup look nasty. I was told to use it every other night for 2 weeks, then use it every night. I think I ignored my doctor (don’t do that) and just started using it every night right off the bat. It did make my skin super red and flaky for a bit, so get a good moisturizer (I use CeraVe moisturizing cream). It made my skin a lot worse in the first month and a half, but at 3 months, my skin was pretty much clear, just a few scars remaining. At this point, my skin is clear (I’ve never had clear skin, so woohoo!). My skin is starting to get really dry again, so I’m gonna start using it every other day again and see how that works. Just stay patient with it."

• Yun...
• October 26, 2016

For Acne "Started in November 2015 when I was 18, and my skin was clear after 4 to 5 months by March of 2016. The first few weeks weren't easy. Even with pea-sized amounts used every other day, my skin was still itchy and blotchy. But I turned to a Cetaphil moisturizer as an important weapon in the fight. Epiduo is strong and can dry your face out, so use a pea-sized amount. If you're needing a refill every month, then you're using too much. One bottle should last you 3-6 months, not 1 or 2. Also, you'll break out the first month just because dirt and clogged stuff is being drained. Most importantly, don't bash on Epiduo, you might be impatient and want clear skin ASAP, but you'll have to learn to add it to your routine and turn to a moisturizer."

• Gab...
• July 24, 2014

For Acne "I have had moderate acne on my T-zone for about 4 years, and my doctor prescribed me Epiduo about 3 months ago. For the first two weeks, I had an initial breakout, but the pimples went away quicker than usual. Epiduo definitely makes your skin very sensitive for the first month or so, and it made my skin burn and itch for the first month or two. Now, I can apply Epiduo without any side effects, and my skin isn't as sensitive. Epiduo definitely cleared my skin and acne marks, but I still get the occasional zit. I had tried a lot of over-the-counter acne washes and home remedies, but Epiduo is the only thing to work on my face. Definitely worth it!"

• Not...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 26, 2014

For Acne "I am 29 years old, and have had acne for over fifteen years. This was the first acne product (prescription or over the counter) that worked well for me. My dermatologist explained that it could take several weeks before I saw results. However, within one week, I saw improvement in my skin. By the third week, I was shocked at how much clearer my skin was. My doctor gave me a coupon, so it only cost $25. It was so worth it! I highly recommend this product."

• TMa...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 14, 2013

For Acne "I have been suffering from adult acne for over a year and finally plucked up the courage to see the dermatologist for the first time in my life, and boy, am I glad I did! I have been using Epiduo paired with an oral antibiotic (Solodyn) for about 1 1/2 months, and my skin already looks better. I did have the redness on my first application (like a sunburn), and there was a good amount of dryness around my mouth for the first few weeks, but if you stop applying to those dry areas, it gets better. I also experienced some burning - but only in the dry areas. I didn't really have an initial breakout, just a few little pimples that were NOTHING like the huge cysts that I had been so used to getting. Another pro - my skin is SO SOFT now."

• Chr...
• October 24, 2019

For Acne "This works, trust me. I never leave any product reviews, but I'm making an exception for this one as it has really helped with my acne problem, which, for those that have it, would know how much stress and anxiety it can cause. Acne may look worse the first few weeks or months, but definitely will see significant improvements over time."

• Sar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 6, 2014

For Acne "I could not even go more than a month using this due to the severe irritation it caused. I have very sensitive skin, and whenever I use this product, my skin immediately starts drying, burning, itching, and swelling a little, much like a sunburn. I read somewhere that this sunburn feeling is sometimes an effect of this medicine, but I just cannot keep using this medicine. No matter how much moisturizer I apply, the horrible feeling does not go away, which led me to have to put a cold and wet washcloth over my face just to soothe the burning feeling."

• NoM...
• July 6, 2009

For Acne "It seems to be helping a lot. First 2 weeks there was a mild peeling of skin (similar to mild sunburn), but now it is fine. I haven't tried many prescriptions (mostly cosmetic over-the-counter types), but if you are curious, try this. It's pricey though."

• Mot...
• July 18, 2013

For Acne "I have been using Epiduo for three months now. I was not seeing the results I wanted at first. My face was still breaking out and was very oily. My dermatologist told me to use a pea-sized amount for my whole face, as did the website. I read on the Epiduo site that using more would not help. So I kept using the pea-sized amount and kept breaking out. Last week at month three, I was ready to give up and say here is another product that failed to cure my acne. Instead, I decided to try using more of the product before giving up. Now I am using four pea-sized drops on my face. What a difference that made. For the first time in years, I am totally acne-free. So yes, 100%, it does work, just don't believe everything you hear, I guess."

• Syd...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 12, 2014

For Acne "I've used this product for about 1-2 months, and it is incredible. I have polycystic ovarian syndrome, so acne is a problem. Deep, sore, under-the-skin pimples would flare up and be so painful - no amount of expensive face wash would help. After Epiduo, I haven't had a single under-the-skin pimple! It's clearing out blackheads, too. You need to be really careful using it, though. Use too much, and your skin will be peeling for days on end. Use only a tiny bit on problem areas and ease yourself onto it. This is a great product that has really helped. My skin is loving it."

• Anonymous
• December 19, 2010

For Acne "I love this product. I've tried everything under the sun for my cystic acne. Epiduo is the only one that worked. I'm using it in addition to clindamycin lotion and doxycycline and have been using it all for about 5 days. I noticed a difference in my skin the very first day. I am experiencing some dryness and mild redness upon waking in the morning, but nothing a little Neutrogena lotion with SPF couldn't handle. Also, I would recommend drinking lots of water if you're on the regimen I am. Need to stay hydrated while using these medicines. Believe me, I'm a registered medical assistant. If Epiduo didn't work, I wouldn't be on here saying it does."