Benzoyl peroxide / clindamycin topical and Dry Skin: What Users Say

• Mee...
• January 3, 2020

For Acne "So I've always had big, painful cysts and small pimples. I turned 27 and thought I've had enough, if I haven't grown out of this now, I never will. So I went to my GP and got Duac. I started using it every morning and evening, a light layer on my face in November. It's now January, and I have never had such perfect skin. Ever. I love this product, it changed my life. There are some side effects at the beginning, but honestly, just be patient. I got SUPER dry, red skin around my mouth and chin for 2 weeks, and the acne didn't go for a month. It's a bit of a tough time, as you're sore from spots as well as dryness, but just trust the process! I switched my moisturizer to bio oil gel, which is okay to use on the face, and it helps to reduce spot scars and discoloration. It is a heavy-duty moisturizer, but you need it, especially to begin with. Everyone in my life keeps commenting on how fresh my skin looks. My only regret is I didn't use it sooner. Honestly, don't waste any time, go get this stuff. XX"

• Kir...
• January 13, 2015

For Acne "I didn't have bad acne whatsoever, it was just random spots that kept on coming and going, and I just wanted to get rid of them! I was so embarrassed to take my makeup off in front of my boyfriend and friends because I felt so ugly, which resulted in me wearing more and more makeup every day (which probably didn't help my skin much more). But once I got prescribed this by the doctors, it was the best ever! Although it left me with dry skin, it was so good. I felt fresher, and the best part was that people started to notice I wasn't bothered about taking my makeup off! I'm a 19-year-old girl, and it's all about makeup and looking good nowadays, and spots/acne are awful to have. Hope this helps!!"

• mma...
• September 26, 2019

For Acne "For those of us talking about dry skin (particularly sillylilly), I had this issue too. It was so bad that my skin was flaking and peeling, and it hurt to even touch it! After a lot of research, I found that you need to avoid any areas where the skin is especially thin, so around and under the eyes, nose, and mouth. You can use something like Vaseline, Pawpaw, or Aquaphor and apply it to those areas as a barrier."

• Acn...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 15, 2014

For Acne "Great product, but the side effects are awful! I've been using Duac for a week now, and literally all of my blackheads have disappeared. It's amazing! My spots have also shrunk in size a lot and have almost healed, and my scars are fading too. The only trouble I have had with Duac is that when I first put it on, it dried my skin out a lot and made it extremely flaky. Then, when I continued to use it, applying it on most of the area of my face, I woke up the next morning and both of my cheeks were burning, bright red, and really itchy. I stopped using it for a couple of days until the redness had gone and then applied a smaller amount, but still, the burning and itchy sensation has returned."

• and...
• April 19, 2014

For Acne "I went to the doctor from experiencing mild acne, especially on my forehead. I have combination skin, oily and dry in different places. Also scarring from previous acne. The doctor prescribed the cream Duac, she told me to wear it at night before I go to bed and wash my face off in the morning. It's been a few days now, and I already see a change. No new pimples are appearing, old acne clearing, and past scars are fading. It is, in my opinion, very effective and quick. However, it does dry out your skin, but as long as you moisturize, it should be fine. I would definitely recommend this product."

• cal...
• May 27, 2015

For Acne "My doctor prescribed Benzaclin after my other acne medicine stopped working for me. The first month was rough, my skin was really dry, and it peeled a lot. Things got better, my face cleared up. I did get some breakouts here and there, but with a pea-sized amount of Benzaclin, it would shrink and dry out my pores and pimples. If you do not see results within a week or two, do not stop applying Benzaclin! The first 6-8 weeks may be rough, but it really does clear up your skin. And my scars have faded. Do not over-apply the medicine, it can cause over-dryness of the face and excessive peeling. Hope Benzaclin will help you beat acne like it helped me!"

• lun...
• April 9, 2015

For Acne "I absolutely love this product. I had severe acne since I was 11, and nothing worked on my skin. When I was 14, I tried Clindoxyl gel for 8 months and saw little to no effect. It only made my skin drier than before. I went to my doctor and asked for a solution, and she prescribed Benzaclin Gel. I applied it every single night after washing my face, and within a month I saw results. My skin was brighter, and my acne had almost completely stopped after 2 months of using it. After the third month, my skin was amazing and had no breakouts at all. I started to use the Oil Cleansing Method, and my skin was better than it had ever been. After I stopped the Gel, my acne came back within 2 weeks. I am using it again now, and my skin is better than ever."

• Ell...
• March 28, 2017

For Acne "I was prescribed Duac after getting very bad acne after coming off the pill. This was very unusual for me as I had never had bad spots, and it didn't run in my family. I found that my face was extremely oily all the time and was giving me large, horribly pustule spots. I was given 3% Duac as I was told the 5% would make the skin very dry and 1% may not work, so it would be reviewed and altered to see how it went. I noticed changes immediately after 1 week, and my skin has been flawless, and I've even had compliments on it! For the people saying it made their skin too dry, I could suggest maybe getting a lower % and only applying it once a day, as I do at night after washing my face. It honestly works wonders, I couldn't recommend it more!"

• Tor...
• June 21, 2019

For Acne "One word. WOW! I went to my GP for a regular health check-up, and while I was there, got on the topic of my acne, which I’ve had for 2 years. The doctor prescribed me Duac, to which, by this point, I had almost given up on everything and had no intentions of trying something else. I took the prescription and thought I’ll just try it. After spending $1000s of dollars on facials and skin care products, I had no hope at this point. After 3 days, I could see such a difference in my skin, it was already so much clearer. I’m now 3 weeks in and have no active acne and no congestion under my skin, and I can’t believe it. Such an amazing product. As far as the side effects, my face was dry the first week, and nothing you couldn’t fix without a little moisturizer. Might I add, I can now also enjoy the odd chocolate or lolly without breaking out. This product really keeps the pimples at bay. So thankful for coming across Duac. Absolute lifesaver."

• Mak...
• August 21, 2014

For Acne "I have severely oily skin! I mean, I have to blot my face several times a day to literally keep from looking like I rubbed baby oil on my face! I used the medicine as a teen, and it worked wonders! Now I'm 25, and my dermatologist says I still have the skin of a 16-year-old (the oil-producing cells in your body are supposed to stop working as well as you age, which is the cause of wrinkles, but mine shows zero sign of slowing down). Anyway, the dermatologist put me on Tazorac, which is supposed to fix that. It worked okay for a few weeks, but still super oily! I asked him for this medicine because I remembered it working so well for me! I've only been on it a week, and wow, I can already see a difference! And for someone with as much oil as me, I appreciate the drying effect of this."

• Anonymous
• September 29, 2013

For Acne "Duac has a magical effect in just two days. Duac gave me very good results, but it makes my skin dry, and when I use it, the first day it makes my skin too red, but when the redness is gone, my skin is clear."

• Pan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2019

For Acne "If I could, I would give Duac a zero rating. Do not use if you have sensitive skin!! I only applied it twice on my acne, and it completely burned my skin. I had an extremely painful red rash on my face for 3 days. Now, on the 5th day after using it, my skin is extremely dry and scaly to the point I can't open my mouth properly or laugh because I'm scared it's gonna split and get infected. It is the worst experience ever. In agony with my face for 5 days. Hoping it will get better soon."

• Pan...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• November 13, 2019

For Acne "If I could, I would give Duac a zero rating. Do not use if you have sensitive skin!! I only applied it twice on my acne, and it completely burned my skin. I had an extremely painful red rash on my face for 3 days. Now, on the 5th day after using it, my skin is extremely dry and scaly to the point I can't open my mouth properly or laugh because I'm scared it's gonna split and get infected. It is the worst experience ever. In agony with my face for 5 days. Hoping it will get better soon."

• Pri...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 14, 2019

For Acne "I started using Duac gel about a week ago. On the good side, I have actually seen some improvements on my forehead, however, I had to stop using it as it has really badly irritated my skin. It’s red, blotchy, dry, flaky, itchy, burning, and rough. At first, this started on my chin but has now spread all over my face and is extremely uncomfortable."

• Vuh...
• August 15, 2013

For Acne "I went to the dermatologist almost a year ago, and she prescribed Acanya. At first, it dried my skin and peeled it very badly. When I went back to the dermatologist 3 months later, I told her, but she said to continue the use. But then one day I ran out, and I realized my skin was the best it's been in 3 years. I would get compliments, so when my new bottle came in, I decided not to use it. Then, about 3 months later, my acne was the worst it's been, so I did research on Acanya and realized I used it wrong. I would put it all over my face, causing it to dry. Now I put it in my problem areas only, and my face is getting better. But it makes my skin itch a little, but that's okay. I'm not saying it will work for everyone, but I wanted to share my experience."

• Hhh...
• October 15, 2013

For Acne "My doctor prescribed me this gel for my mild to many spots on my face and back. The first day I applied it, the next morning my face was almost clear of blackheads, and I had noticed an improvement, however, I decided to do what may have been a really foolish thing. I applied it on all of my cheeks and basically most of my face, the parts which rarely had spots on. I woke up the next day to a stinging, bright red face. My skin was so, so dry. It was patchy orange and red, it was half peeling, and it looked like I was wearing patchy foundation."

• Any...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• July 27, 2020

For Acne "I have struggled with acne ever since I was 9 years old. After three years of horrible acne all over my body, I was taken to a dermatologist who prescribed an antibiotic pill for a few months (tetracycline) and Benzaclin. Now that I am in my 20s, my acne has lessened, and I have kept it at bay by washing my face 2x daily with Cetaphil and using a vitamin C serum before bed. Until now, I still use Benzaclin for particularly difficult pimples and cysts that won't go away. It is a very effective spot treatment but will dry your skin and make it feel tight and uncomfortable if used in excess. Use this medication at night and wear sunscreen on your face because this cream makes your skin very sensitive to the sun."

• Ems...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• April 11, 2017

For Acne "I have always had the odd few spots, but being 28 and just breaking out in acne 6 months before my wedding was a bit of a shock. The doctors prescribed me Duac, and within two days, I noticed a difference and felt I could leave the house without foundation for the first time in months. The only side effects I've experienced are slightly itchy and dry skin. I don't mind this as the spots were painful, and for the first time, I can put moisturizing cream on my face."

• Tay...
• November 18, 2016

For Acne "I started Benzaclin a little over a week ago, on November 9th, 2016. My face was covered in little acne bumps that gave my skin an awful skin texture, and when I wore foundation, you could see just how bad it was, especially in the light. I also had hormonal acne on my chin and a little bit on my jawline. The tiny bumps on my skin are already mostly gone, the skin texture is so smooth and soft. My face is obviously really dry from this, but it's not uncontrollably dry. I just use a really good moisturizer during the day. With this week being very busy for me with school, I haven't been eating my usual healthy diet, and I still haven't been breaking out as I normally do if I eat poorly. This stuff is amazing, and I'm seeing great results."

• MSY...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 3, 2021

For Acne "Terrible cream! Before Duac, I didn’t have textured skin, fine lines, pore issues, or dryness. I could use anything without it clogging pores or causing acne. However, I do struggle with minor breakouts on my forehead and cheeks. My skin is fine most months but acts up, so I was put on Zinerty. Zinerty is good, but spots would always reappear. When I first started using Duac, I broke out, tiny little spots all over my face. I didn’t get much help from the doctors either. My skin hasn’t been the same since. I've noticed tiny fine lines near the corners of my forehead, textured skin, something which I didn’t have before, dry, and overall not the same. I used to break out and the scars would fall off, marks would go by themselves, but now, I have scars, marks, etc. Please be careful. If you’re suffering with minor breakouts, not full-blown acne, look into things before you decide to go ahead with Duac."

• Bea...
• Taken for 1 to 2 years
• March 29, 2013

For Acne "I absolutely love this product. I am 15 years old, and this thing is a lifesaver. I use it every night before bed on my back, shoulders, chest, and face. It clears my skin up in a couple of days. The only downside I would say is that it dries out your skin a lot. I have fairly oily skin too. But I use moisturizer, so it isn't too much of a problem. I recommend it to my friends all the time."

• Mis...
• May 17, 2014

For Acne "I've been suffering from acne for about 3 years now. I've tried so many products on my face to get rid of it, but nothing seemed to work. Last month, I went to my doctor, and he gave me a prescription for Duac and told me to apply it every night after washing my face with soap. It's been a few weeks now, and I have really been seeing a huge improvement on my face. Although it's working, I have been getting a few side effects, such as flakiness and itchy cheeks. But I am still happy about the results I've got so far."

• Ano...
• August 12, 2015

For Acne "Wow, this product is awesome! I have only been on it for a week now, and I'm seeing impressive results. I'm a teenager, and I have mild acne, and I've been struggling with it since I was 10. I figured it's about time to put an end to this, and I went to my doctor, and she prescribed this medicine. I have scars and occasionally really big pimples that hurt. This product magically reduces the size of your pimples. However, I will warn people that this medicine also dries your skin out and can cause flaking and peeling. So, use a moisturizer to counter the drying effect, and you should be all set. And make sure to wash your face too to prevent further acne! Other than this minor issue, it's a great product so far."

• Use...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 9, 2021

For Acne "So I’ve been on the Duac cream for around 8 weeks now, and it started working well after 2 to 3 weeks. But unfortunately, my skin broke out at about 4 to 5 weeks, and now, in my 8th week, it’s starting to improve because it’s finished purging. I suggest people should stick with the cream because it’s normal to purge after a month of using the cream, but by the 7th to 8th week, it should start to get better, and hopefully, I will have significantly clearer skin by the 10th to 12th week. I also experienced really dry skin, redness, and because I didn't put the cream on my mustache area by mistake, it looked horrible as my cheeks and everything were red, and that area was milk white. So make sure you use the cream everywhere on your face if you want your face to be the same color all over."

• Han...
• June 22, 2015

For Acne "I have been using Duac for around 6 months, maybe a bit longer, and although I have noticed a difference with my spots, I really dislike the fact it makes my skin so dry. I would, however, recommend it to anyone suffering with acne who doesn't mind the dryness, as it does appear to clear it up."