Clindamycin / tretinoin topical for Acne User Reviews (Page 2)

• Anonymous
• May 16, 2011

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I have been using Ziana for almost a year now. I had the deep cystic acne that was painful and huge. After a couple of weeks using Ziana, my face cleared up, and in almost a year, I have not had one pimple. I experienced no side effects and have been using it once every other day for a couple of months now (because it's not cheap). My doctor also prescribed me a sulfur face wash which I use every day at night. Ziana is like a miracle to me."

• Tya...
• October 21, 2019

"My skin had almost a 10-week acne purging process that came in waves. The breakouts got better over time and also went away much faster. When I started my treatment, I made sure to follow these steps: start slow and use a small amount. I was eager, as I had been dealing with this for half a year. Three times a week was too much for me, and I experienced dry, red, and painful skin. I re-evaluated and started with two times a week, then three, four, and nightly. MOISTURIZE. MOISTURIZE. MOISTURIZE. Every night, I wash my face with a sensitive cleanser, immediately moisturize with a heavy-duty moisturizer. Wait about 20 minutes, then apply Bianca. Wake up in the morning, rinse my face, and immediately moisturize with a light moisturizer containing SPF 15. Be patient and have faith that your routine and the product will work. I stuck it out and made a commitment. My skin is totally clear now, with the exception of the occasional small deeper pimple, but even those are becoming infrequent and heal within two days."

• Mag...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 6, 2019

"To start off, this has been the only cream or treatment that has cleared my acne. I’ve tried 3 other prescription creams, and they didn’t work. This was the one. A disclaimer though, it gets a lot worse before it gets better. I started out using it once a week, and it was so harsh at first. Made my skin peel, crack, and flake like mad and brought up ALL my acne. This would come in waves. But when I say it gets better, it gets so much better. My skin is smooth, pores shrinking, and the whole complexion is so much better. I actually received a spontaneous compliment about my skin for the first time ever. It makes your skin rough for a minute, then totally clears it. I literally woke up one morning and I didn’t have zits. If you’re willing to wait about 6 weeks with worse skin than usual, I can’t recommend it enough. Get a heavy-duty moisturizer (I use La Roche-Posay Toleriane Riche) and prepare for some rough skin days, but honestly, hang in there, I can’t recommend it enough."

• lon...
• May 12, 2015

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "This gel will make you break out like crazy in the first few weeks. I never broke out that much to begin with, it got me so worried. I kept using it, and weeks passed by. It's over a month, it cleared up my skin and my scars. I am so happy my face is clear, it works really well. Anyone who is using Veltin should give it a chance, be patient with it, it will clear up."

• Emi...
• June 14, 2020

"I’m from the UK, and our version of this clindamycin/tretinoin gel is called Treclin. I have been using Treclin since late January 2020. I was frustrated with these tough acne spots that I kept getting. I like the texture of Treclin, as it’s a dewy gel. The first week I used Treclin, my skin was fine, however, as time went on, my skin began to break out like crazy. It was purging so much, I realized my skin was worse than before. As time went on, I also began breaking out in areas I don’t get acne: my forehead and chin. March and April were the worst months for me. It did ruin my confidence, as my skin was so bad. BUT in May, I purchased a new gel, as after the 3-month mark, it stops working. I can now say that in the month of June, my skin has improved greatly! I still have acne marks, but they are starting to fade. In the past month, I’ve only got maybe 1-3 spots, and that’s it. This gel really works, but you have to endure the purging stage."

• Chi...
• May 7, 2019

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "This medicine, Veltin, is incredible. I am 39 and still get acne if my skin is left untreated. It became particularly bad following a very stressful month at work - I mean, so bad it was embarrassing, with big red zits, some I could pop, others wouldn’t pop and just festered away for ages - just gross. I went on Veltin, and six months later, I feel like a skin model. I can’t believe how good my skin looks. Zero acne. Nothing but a few blackheads around my nose from time to time that can easily be extracted. Plus, this medicine has retinols in it, which are the best thing for anti-aging. So this is my anti-aging and anti-acne super weapon rolled into one powerful gel. You have to be patient with this medicine, however. At first, your face may be very dry. I apply once per day at night and moisturize immediately after with a CeraVe moisturizing cream, which is cheap, over the counter, and doesn’t cause breakouts. That helps tremendously."

• LGr...
• June 3, 2015

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I am a teenager who experienced some mild/bad acne. I was prescribed Ziana Gel in December, and I was very nervous to try this product. For about the first three weeks, my acne was getting worse, as my dermatologist had predicted. After those first few weeks, my face started getting way better. By February, my face was clear with the occasional breakout, which was gone by the morning after putting medicine on it at night. At the beginning, my face was oily, but it got better after a few weeks. Honestly, this medicine has changed my life! My one recommendation is to give it time, if you want your acne gone for good, I would definitely recommend this product. If you use the tube sparingly, it will last you about six months."

• Mic...
• November 2, 2014

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I've been using Ziana for about 7-8 months every day before I go to sleep as instructed and have not seen any real progress that should be seen in that long of a time. Also, I find my face becomes extremely oily during the day when using it."

• Nam...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 1, 2016

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I keep seeing people say that this leaves more breakouts and they give up. There is a reason the doctors tell you to keep at it! I have been on this product for several years now. When I first started, my skin was worse, and I had horrible peeling, redness, and itchiness. As with most things, it gets worse before it gets better. And believe me, it got better! Not only has it taken care of my acne, it has also removed several fine lines and wrinkles. The trick to this is to just hang in there! You sunblock and pamper your face in the beginning. If you stick with it like the doctors suggest, you will see improvement. The key is just trusting the doctors and using the product as directed. It takes time to work. I saw no improvement for a couple of months, and then almost overnight my face was clear. I am now such a believer in this that I don't want to use anything else! There seems to be a shortage of this right now, and I'm really hoping that it is only temporary. I think this stuff is amazing and will most definitely continue to use it as soon as it becomes available again. This is the only thing that I have found that works for me."

• Anonymous
• February 18, 2012

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "Started using Veltin in August. Started seeing results (less cystic breakouts), but didn't see consistent results until December. All I can say is stick with it! I now regularly go 2-3 weeks without any breakouts, 100% clear. Prior to Veltin, breakouts happened every 1-2 days. Major con is it dries out skin (not just where it just feels dry, but actual peeling). The dry skin rubs off in the shower. Pro is since it is a retinoid product, new skin feels and looks healthier."

• Anonymous
• November 9, 2010

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "Using Veltin gel every night for about a week now. I put on CeraVe lotion first, then apply a small amount. So far, it has been working great. All the smaller bumps disappeared, and the larger ones decreased dramatically. I have even had comments that my skin is looking great. I'm excited to see the long-term results, but so far, so good."

• Jan...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 9, 2018

"I had hormonal acne for the past 15 years that no expensive skin product or ridiculous 10-step cleansing routine would even touch. I finally decided enough was enough and was prepared to go on oral antibiotics when I was prescribed this product instead. I was absolutely terrified of the skin 'purging' stories I had heard, but have now been using this daily for the last 3 months and have not had one breakout in the area (seriously, not one). Some dryness, but I can deal with a little flakiness instead of breakouts!!! (This has gotten better over time, just invest in a heavy-duty moisturizer) - please do not be discouraged by 'purging' stories as I almost was, it will work differently for everyone!"

• Sar...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 2, 2015

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I have nodule-like hormonal acne only on my chin that started when I was around 21. I've tried a lot of medications, and it seemed a short course of antibiotics or birth control were the only things that seemed to help. In October 2014, it got very inflamed and painful, so I saw a dermatologist. She put me on Solodyn (antibiotic) for 3 months only and then Ziana gel. I will be honest, Ziana definitely makes your skin worse before it starts to make it better. The drying I experienced was minimal, but it truly made my skin 'purge' like I had read it would. It got so bad and red that I wanted to cry and curse Ziana, however, after about 2.5 months, it started to get better with no more breakouts. Just be patient!!"

• mar...
• December 7, 2015

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I have only been on this for about a month. Since the first day I have started using it, I have not seen one more pimple on my face. It is amazing! Wish I would have gone to my dermatologist sooner... I did not experience any redness, nor did it get worse before it got better. It is helping clear my existing acne marks also. I didn't have very bad acne to begin with, but at one point, I would get multiple pimples all at once on my cheeks. It was enough to make me self-conscious. My skin has, however, been quite oily, but it's worth it in my opinion. I'm hoping as more time goes by, my skin will adjust. I suggest everyone give this a try."

• Too...
• August 25, 2019

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I’m 28 and have been struggling with acne since I was 11. I’ve kept having issues with acne along my jawline, temples, and even on my chest. I was prescribed Ziana (I’m in Canada, so it’s called Biacna here). I was scared to use it at first for fear of the 'purge.' I tried it on my chest only to see how it would go. While it’s drying things out, my skin felt like I had coffee grinds on it from healing lesions. Then they would exfoliate away after a few days! When I saw it working, I put it on my face as well, but only on my problem areas. It works a little slower than on the chest, but my skin is already so much better and I’m only a month in! The purge lasted for only 2 weeks. Word of caution, the photosensitivity is real! I was out for groceries for a few hours and only moved out of my car and into the stores, and my chest was sunburnt for 4 days! A high SPF sunscreen is a must. I’m very, very happy with this product and an acne-free life seems actually possible now!!!!"

• Ale...
• September 14, 2016

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "Great product! Before trying this, I used so many over-the-counter products, but this left me super clear. I had moderate to severe acne, today, I get compliments on my skin almost daily! Try it, and it may cause more breakouts in the beginning, but it's definitely worth the wait. I never write reviews, but if this can inspire someone to continue finding a solution to their acne, it would leave me feeling more than great. I used to cry daily about it and understand how self-torturing it can be. Besides using this product, I also wanted to say I do not eat red meat and try to stay on a strict diet, with no dairy and gluten-free foods. I do eat chicken, fish, etc. I believe this has also impacted my skin greatly. There's hope, trust me, I know it's annoying, but with persistence, anything is possible!"

• Mom...
• November 14, 2016

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "After 3 failed acne Rx's (epiduo, sulfur face wash, minocycline), my 13-year-old daughter was prescribed this in conjunction with amoxicillin by a dermatologist (first 3 were from a pediatrician). It has worked very well and finally cleared her acne up. Her acne was moderate when we started with the Rx's, but then I'd say 2 months of minocycline got it in the severe range. Now her face is pretty much all clear after 2 months on this product and amoxicillin. She had/has some occasional dryness and peeling, especially with her lips, but it was minor and much better than dealing with acne. I like this product."

• Fir...
• August 24, 2017

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I've been using this for about 2 and a half weeks now. I initially broke out significantly, but now that has calmed down along with my acne in general. I do still get some small zits here and there, but they quickly subside or stay very small. My skin also peeled a lot and has dried up, but I can see that gradually improving as well. The scarring has gotten slightly better, but I'm liking what I'm seeing so far overall."

• nas...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 8, 2017

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I have been using Veltin for a few months for acne, layers of skin, and ingrown hairs. It is the best topical treatment I've ever used. Anyone serious about their skin has to go through the time of having ugly cystic acne come out. The reason some people don't give it 10 stars is that you break out initially, but if you are educated about skin, then you know you have to break out first for your skin to get better. I have been very depressed because my face got so bad I looked like a different person and still do, but Veltin is helping me get my face back."

• Mac...
• September 25, 2016

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I had many obnoxious but small bumps on my forehead this past summer. Along with that, the occasional large zit. I got put on Veltin by my dermatologist and began using it on August 3rd. At first, I used it every other night on my whole face except my cheeks and experienced a bit of dryness around my mouth and overall redness. That subsided fairly quickly, and I began to use it once a day at night, at least a half hour after showering and moisturizing to minimize stinging. Today is September 24, and my skin has been perfectly clear for two weeks! I have adjusted to the dryness, and my skin is very happy!"

• Sum...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• July 6, 2017

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I am in my 30s and have hormonal acne. I have issues with my thyroid and produce too much androgen. Thank goodness for this stuff!!! It took a month or so to work, but I'm so thankful not to have cystic chin acne. I have suffered on and off since my teens. Usually, I always have a few cystic bulbs on my chin, cheeks, or neck. I was supposed to use this RX along with oral antibiotics, but they made me too sick, so I didn't use them. This topical RX did the job for me. I've tried so many things."

• LMP...
• September 10, 2015

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "I'm 30 years old and have suffered from acne since my teenage years. It's just gotten worse as I've aged. My acne has caused light scarring on my face. I've been using Ziana gel for about a month. I noticed that it does make my skin oily, however, within two weeks, I could tell that the brown spots were disappearing, the scarring was becoming lighter, the acne I already had was healing much faster than before (almost overnight), and my breakouts have become fewer and farther between. My skin peeled in the beginning, but spacing it out every other day for the first couple of weeks seemed to help. I use it every day now, and my skin doesn't peel anymore. My insurance doesn't cover it, but I used Philidor pharmacy and received it for much cheaper."

• NS2...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• October 1, 2016

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "HOPE THIS HELPS. After years of jawline and chin acne, some cystic, I saw a dermatologist, who put me on Ziana Gel - Clindamycin (1.2%) and Tretinoin (.025%). The dermatologist also recommended I use Cetaphil products, which I eventually found best were the lightweight lotion and gentle cleansing bar. I wash my face at night with the soap, mostly dry my face (leaving my face damp), then apply the Ziana, and then apply the lotion. This way, the products absorb better and also feel good. It got worse before it got better (about 4 months), but today my skin is beautiful and radiant, exactly how I feel! It does make your skin slightly oily (bringing bacteria to the surface), however, I still rate it a 10 because of the results. Ziana is seriously a MIRACLE!"

• Dus...
• March 11, 2017

"Okay, so I've been on Biacna (the Canadian version) for almost a month and a half now. I'm in the process of breaking out and experiencing dryness from the product, but after reading the reviews, I'm hopeful that in a few weeks the change will begin. I've struggled with acne since high school (I just turned 20), so it's been really annoying to constantly worry and be self-conscious about how my skin looks. My acne, to begin with, is somewhat mild, so the gel is causing all these tiny bumps to form mostly on my cheeks and forehead. I'll post an update on my skin in a few weeks to let you know if it works for me."

• Ben...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• July 15, 2013

Clindamycin / tretinoin topical "This is a miracle product. I am zit-free now. Try it, you will love it. After a few weeks, I am completely clear. A small amount of the product is used, and the tube lasts me about 2 months. Again, a miracle in a bottle."