Differin® Gel is working hard behind the scenes to unclog pores and clear acne; Use a moisturizer like Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer

Differin Gel (adapalene 0.1%) clears acne, prevents breakouts, restores skin tone, and provides prescription strength retinoid acne treatment over the counter.

Differin is a topical medicine (a medication that is applied to the surface of the skin) similar to vitamin A. It helps the skin to renew itself. Differin is used to treat severe acne in people who are at least 12 years old. It works by decreasing acne formation. Differin may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide. Warnings

Differin® Gel contains adapalene, a multi-benefit, dermatologist-recommended retinoid, available without a prescription, to clear breakouts where they start (deep in the pores); prevent acne before it begins; and, as a result, restore the skin’s texture and tone.

For acne on the back and/or chest, use Acnecide gel in the same way (i.e. all over the affected areas, enough but not too much) but be aware it can bleach the colour out of shirt collars. Differin gel may make your skin sensitive to the sunlight. Therefore, if it is very sunny, either stay out of the sun or stop the Differin for a few days to ...