Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are talking all things Differin or Adapalene. I would love to know your own experience with adapalene so please leave me a comment below and i am sending you all so much love xxxx
The 3 products that made the most significant impact in my skincare journey are TO Niacinamide, TO Azelaic acid suspension, and you guessed it, Diferrin gel! While I play around with other brands for AA and B3, Differin is an absolute staple in my PM routine 👍
I am curious if I should buy retinol serums or face cream from other brands because i am afraid that i can still keep gettting the adaplene prescription from doctors in Canada. If they don't prescribe it for me, should i just start using paulas choice retinol 1% serum?
@@DeusExMachina50 I'm not able to honestly answer. I have been on Tretinoin for years now. I'm completely accustomed to it and would not go back. Differin is not as potent.
I love when people get straight to the point , If this was any other skin care youtuber it would take 20mins to explain the same things he talked about in his video.
Dude, so glad I found thid video. Just hit 40 I just started using Differin almost 3 weeks ago and you hit on all the things I was wondering about. Bevause of the irritation, and I think I was already irritating my skin before starting Differin, now I only use a moisturizer and sunscreen in the AM and then sandwich the Differerin between Cosrx 92 mucin cream and a thick Cetaphil moisturizer. So far so good. Definitely some irritation still, but getting better. Thanks for this and all the other videos 🙏
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I've used Differin (for acne purposes) for 8 months and I did get better but it wasn't enough so I moved to Tretinoin 2 weeks ago. 0 side effects besides a little bit of dryness, I believe Differin made my skin used to retinoids :D
Very interesting! I have a 3 year journey with adapalene. I am absolute proof that it helps with both acne and antiaging. When I started, I followed Dr. Drays excellent advice and that was helpful in adjusting from retinol to adapalene. However, every tip that I have tried with reducing irritation, peeling, dryness, and redness has only minimized and not cured the side effects. I can't imagine what tretinoin would do to my sensitive skin. I have learned to use adapalene once a week to preserve the benefits and use a more gentle retinoid other nights. My skin tolerates the ordinary granactive retinoid emulsion 2% well, better than other retinol than I have tried. Now I am testing out retinaldehyde as well. I love the results of adapalene so I find once a week is enough. Because of the peeling, I don't need an extra exfoliation product other than salycilic acid 1-2x per week. I use a centella toner, snail serum, and niacinamide toner with ceramide moisturizer and that helps my barrier and soothes the irritation. Hope that helps someone
This is such great information for me as I am considering using Adapalene. I have some forehead closed comedones that just keep reappearing. I get them under control for a while, but they just won't go away. I also love TO Granactive Retinoid Emulsion. Have you tried any of the other retinols from TO? I just ordered the Retinol 5% to see how my skin tolerates it. Do you mind sharing which snail serum you use? Thanks so much!!
Woe hun this comment is so useful and I always say listen to your skin so if once a week is all you can tolerate you will still be getting great results but pairing it with a more gentle retinol on the other nights is such a great idea... I hope all is wonderful with you and sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@Patti-1962 I think adapalene is fantastic and I highly recommend, I just wish I could use it more often. Its great for building collagen too and reducing fine lines and wrinkles over time. I have tried TO 1% retinol in squalane and it gave me a burn literally. I used it a couple of times in different ways and figured out that my skin can tolerate adapalene better than retinol. So far the retinaldehyde is working out well but its too soon to tell for certain. I use and love the cos de baha snail serum. I like to use it at nights
@@pajamamama5965 Thanks so much. Which adapalene product do you use? I’ve been a skincare “nerd” for years, but this is the product I’m most unsure about. I was going to make an appointment with my dermatologist, but I thought I might try this first. I’m so glad you told me about your experience withTO retinol. I’m glad you’ve had success with it!😀
I’ve been prescribed Differin for ages. Had no problem with dryness and used far , far more than a pea size amount. It helped but I didn’t get rid of the acne totally so gave up on it at one point. What’s been the game changer is Paula’s Choice BHA twice a day and Differin a few evening a week. Wow, finally my skin is clearing up and I’m getting compliments on how good my skin looks 😁 Am I right in presuming I shouldn’t use a retinol serum with the Differin?
Hi Rob I haven't used adapalene and therefore can't comment on that, but I do agree tretinoin isn't always right for everyone. I was on tretinoin for well over a year (after two years on retinols and retinals) and after the first few weeks was tolerating it pretty well. That was until my rosacea got a lot worse and I had more frequent flares, meaning my tretinoin use became sporadic. Backing down to a retinal has meant I can use it far more consistently and that consistency is key to successful retinoid usage. I recently upped my strength from 0.05% retinaldehyde to 0.1% and hope to eventually go back onto tretinoin IF i CAN. If I can't though, it's not a disaster and I'm still getting results from the retinaldehyde. Not everyone with sensitive skin can use tretinoin and it took a lot of time and patience to build my tolerance. When my skin changed and the rosacea worsened I had to back off and had no choice. I was worried it wouldn't give me the results I had seen with the tretinoin, but whilst it is slower it is still showing those results. It also allowed me to maintain the benefits I had seen with the tretinoin, so that's also a win. Tretinoin has only really been available to more than a small proportion of the population in the last few years here, with the advent of online prescription services and that should also be factored in. Telling people nothing else works (in many comments on many beauty videos) is inaccurate and is a form of "skincare shaming" such as was recently talked about. Best wishes.
Omgosh perfect timing !! I've been using it for 3 weeks now and I'm piling, dry and all my closed comedones are coming to a head. I'm using nightly so I didn't know whether to drop down to every other night or moisturizing before applying differin :)
Hi hun , the fact your comedones are coming to a head is a good thing and showing its working so I would keep going but pop some moisturiser on before and after to help buffer it... sending you lots of love xxxx
You can reduce to 1-2 times a week if your skin is where you want it to be since you can still gain anti-aging benefits from it ✨ I’m looking to start my adapalene very soon 💙
@@MadAboutSkin Rob I'm struggling :( the purge is soo hard. My skin is still purging, not as much as before, but progress is so slow. I've not helped myself by changing my moisturizer and SPF so many times but my skin was congested before so I expected it to purge, it's just hard when it all happens at the same time. I'm not thinking of stopping because I've not broken out in unusual places and I've no irritation or sensitivity.
I have been using Differin for a couple months and I am still only using it 2-3 times a week (for anti-aging). I am just moving up to 3 times a week now. This is a much more affordable option then Tretinoin here and my dermatologist said in the end it does same thing just slower (something like that). He does not like over the counter retinals and just told me NO. I am on right track with Differin. He suggested I move up more then twice a week as my skin is doing well with it and said I could apply moisturizer before Differin as well if I need to to use it more often (right now I apply it after Differin). So I will move up slowly. Some may be able to use Differin everyday to start but my sensitive skin would of hated me and thrown a fuss if I did that, and fell off I think. lol Hope it has got better for you!
Please do not forget the *PURGING* phase when using adapalene. When I used Differin, my purging was terribly bad and lasted for 9 straight months with almost no weeks in between that new acne took a break from. Every day there were new cystic acne and they were painful and inflamed under the skin. Some were not as hidden but lots of pus came out from them and left major craters ie boxcar and icepick scars all over my face. My dermatologist said this is expected unless I go on Accutane or some other antibiotics which I didn't want to because of an existing health condition. Thankfully I slowly found something else that slowed down new outbreak of acne and 10 months later I get about 3-4 new acne per week instead of 3-4 per day.
This is such a good point and there may be a level of purging when you first use it.. thank you for calling this out and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I have read that it is very important to start out only a couple of days a week then every other day at first. This is supposed to help if there is purging. . I know that you posted a year ago and I am sorry that you had to go through that. I hope you are doing much better. I did not have that experience but my skin was likely in a different stage than yours. I have had some under skin comedones for a very long time. And scarring from past acne. I had not been in a state of regular acne breakouts upon trying it, although I had in the past. It has been very useful for my personal goals. The other thing that I began doing regularly was glycolic acid in the morning. Really helped a lot. So yeah, I hope things have gotten better for you.
@@sherylF5610 Believe it or not, I stopped using chemical sunscreens and changed to fully mineral sunscreens and my breakouts almost immediately calmed down to just 3-4 new acne per week. So that was 7 times smoother skin than if I'd continued using chemical or hybrid sunscreens. Who would've guessed the thing that was supposed to protect me was harming my skin?
This is exactly what I've been wondering about lately! I'm trying to increase my retinoid strength (Inkey List was too gentle) but trying to decide between retinal (Geek & Gorgeous), tret, or adapalene (Differin). My main skin concern I want to tackle is acne and clogged pores, more than wrinkles/aging/hyperpigmentation.
Im 40 and still prone to breakouts :( A dermatologist isn't an easy option for me to get to where i live but a few months ago discovered iherb sell differin gel in australia. Its been fantastic!! decreasing my breakouts, helping to fade scars that i have had for MONTHS, and im even seeing a slow but steady relaxing of the strong creased wrinkles in my expression lines :)
I only use it twice a week but now im nearing the end of my first tube im going to buy a couple next time too :) I don't like being caught out 8f it goes out of stock lol.
I have been using adapalene on and off for a few years now ever since it became available over the counter here in the USA. I recently started using it again and would really like to stick with it long term since I am a 49 year old woman who not only still gets acne but also has anti-aging concerns. Your video came along at just the right time for me, thank you! ❤️
Oh I am so so glad the video was useful and I think you sound like a perfect candidate as you will get the anti ageing benefit but its the best for fighting acne... sending you lots of love xxxx
I feel so educated every time I finish watching your videos😆😆also loving the shirt hun, looks amazing xxxxx Had nooo idea that it helped with closed comedowns, will have to look into this now :))sending lots of Monday hugs hun 💜💜💜
Awww thank you so so much hun and the shirt is because its roasting hot here lol so short sleeves all the way.. I hope its lovely and warm with you hun and that you are having the best start to the week... sending you lots of love xxxxx
My 16 yr old daughter has moderate acne. She has been using differin for 3 weeks. One day it seems as though it’s so much better ( minus the hyperpigmentation) and other days there’s new breakouts and redness. Omg if only we knew this was purging and that it’s all normal. Our fear is that this won’t work at all , given that her dermatologist wanted her on acutane or birth control. Our answer was no !!!! . So hoping this will work. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😩😩😩
Would you recommend Adapalene for people who don’t have acne prone skin? I can’t afford Tretinoin right now, so Adapalene seemed like the next best choice, but I’m not sure…
Adapalene Differin Gel works like magic ❤.. it’s a life saver for me. I have a sensitive skin and trust me it really works .. I got my confidence back plus there’s no need for a foundation day 🎉
I just ordered differin yesterday so really perfect timing! I’m really excited to start my retinoid journey with it for my acne!!! Thank you so much and I love ur vids so much! Have a great dayyy 💜💜
How did I miss this episode??? I really think I get more from adapalene for anti-aging than tret. When I look at the benefits, price, and ease of access, I am team adapalene!! I get very few breakouts and my skin didn’t even tingle or shed a flake of dry skin from tret so I am basing this just on the results I see. I think there is such a push to be on tret but it just wasn’t it for my skin. ❤️ you xxxooo
I just started adapalene for wrinkles and fine lines. Did you find it helped with them at all? Ive used it twice so far and has made them look worse so am a bit worried.
Hellooooo im srilankan !!! I started adapalene journey before 3 days...i hopes to best results and thanks to you......because this video most important too meee❤️
I used adapalene for 6 months, I saw results, great results. I used it as a gateway to trentenoin and I'm glad a did, i was able to tollerate trentenoin better. I still use it, I mix it with body lotion occasionally and I use it on my creepy skin on my upper arms. It's a great product.
It's like you read my mind Rob !! I started on adapolene (la roche one) about 3-4 weeks ago and it has been great so far. I use every night and then od on hydration layering - haven't really had an issue. A little bit of flaking on forehead/chin but nothing more than that. I was on the G&G thanks to you (I tried A313 too - loved that as well)... my retin a journey is thanks to you. I have got some cheeky tret coming (hopefully) and i plan to alternate between the two. Wish me luck !! Xo
Wow thats amazing timing and I hope it goes well with the switch... keep me posted and let me know what results you see.. sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkinhi there can you tell me please where did you get the stronger 0.3%? I can only get 0.1 prescribed in uk and want to buy the stronger one
I read it on google that adaplene/retinoid/retinol can be very good to reduce the appearance of spider veins/broken capillaries, I have several spider veins on my nose and cheeks,i don't know why it happened,i always wear sunscreen everyday and not drinking alcohol,so I'm just trying to get rid of it because I don't like the appearance on my face, so that's why I came here to watch how to use this differin gel, and I've watched a video of a girl she said her spider veins appearance has reduced so much since she use retinoid cream, this video is very helpful on how to use it, I'll also going to use it for my pimples on my face. Thank you for the video
My teenage daughter has been using Differin for about 8 months now. It has been a total skin saviour for her. It's knocked her KP out of the park and completely eradicated maskne as well. As we speak we have a second tube winging it's way to her. She can't be without it and totally panicked when she saw how little was left in the tube. In all fairness there's enough left for a few weeks but good to have it on hand so there's no lapse in using it. She's so afraid that her kp will flare up again on her face. Incidentally, I got mine on amazon US from a link that Dr Dray provided.
Oh I am so so pleased it has worked for her as I know what a challenge acne in this climate can be.. I hope all is wonderful with you and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I’m thinking of to trying out Acne Free Adapalene Gel. Here in Malaysia adapalene is bit pricey. Acne Free Adapalene sold for 20$ and differin can go up to 25$++
Hi hun, yes you can indeed and if you buffer between them with something like a Hyaluronic Acid its even better to lock in some more moisture... sending you lots od love xxxxx
Hi doctor. I hope you will answer this 😊. Yes, adaplene gel is a game changer. It's my 2nd month and it is giving me the expected results. But i have a doubt. Can i use adaplene gel for my daily night skin care routine? Like for the life time? What if I stop using it after 12 weeks and magic will disappear? Can't we use it for very long term? Pls help 😇
Can I use differin if I don’t have acne? I’m focusing on anti-aging and hyperpigmentation improvement with cell turnover. Also, I know everyone’s skin is different but I’m not prone to a lot of break outs, will I purge?
Hi hun, they take 12 hours to come through so are always available on videos the day after.. I always have them enabled so that people who need them can use them but they do take time to apply after upload xxxx
I'm a male in my 30s. I don't struggle with acne, but am looking to add a retinoid for anti-ageing. I know differin is to treat acne specifically, with anti-ageing being maybe an added benefit. My question is, is differin something you would recommend specifically for anti-ageing? Or is there something better for this if you aren't concerned with the acne-fighting benefits of the gel. Thanks in advance!
I've been on prescription Epiduo (0.1% Adapalene + 2.5 % Benzyl Peroxide) since December 2020, I mainly use it every night as a spot Rx on my jaw & neck acne and sometimes a tiny amount on my T zone. But OMG once a month I go overboard and my jaw starts to peel and my cheeks STING! I've now learnt to over moisturize my skin at night and not let my fingers travel from the Adapalene zones of my face to the sensitive prone cheeks zone when I'm moisturizing. I reach for a sheet mask whenever my skin has freaked out the most! But I'm so grateful this exists for my acne! As for my PIH, Epiduo hasn't worked yet :(
Oh gosh I am sorry its not worked on your PIH yet but I hope it will.. I know what you mean about having to treat it with respect and pay attention to where you are applying as I have made this mistake before so I know the struggle.. sending you lots of love xxxx
Adapalene is not a retinol but it is as gentle as a retinol, yet as effective as a retinoid... And this makes it the best because for less irritation and hustle you get a clear skin! Tretinoin makes your skincare a second job, while regular retinols are not really that effective.
Since adapalene is phtostable and exfoliation can make you photosensitive, I'd rather use it in the morning and exfoliate at night. Anyway, best practice would be doing both at night, but on different days
If I don’t have acne but I want an anti aging treatment - would Adapalene be a good thing to try or is it better to go with Tretinoin? I ask as I’m going to the US and Adapalene is cheap and prescription free there (Tret is pricey!). Lots of love ❤
I remember being prescribed Differin back when it was only by prescription. It helped a case of hidradenitis suppurativa I was suffering from at the time. 🤔
Hey, would you mind sharing how you used adapalene for HS please? Would be keen to hear about this as I have HS and I recently got prescribed adapalene for acne
Rob, you are a mind reader. We are currently having "nap time" at my house (boy do I need the rest with four kids visiting😉), so I was able to watch your video. You know I have continued to have issues with texture on my forehead, and I think it's time to bring out the big guns. But first I am going to try a stronger retinol to build up tolerance. My main question is, can you apply the SubQ Skin in the same routine? I'm SO glad you have hs success with this product❤️
Haha Patti I dont blame you, I dont know how you have the energy lol I dont think I would.. You can indeed use subq with adapalene and I think they work really well together but I think you are doing the right thing with using a higher strength retinol in between to build on the tolerance... sending you so so much love xxxxx
Will adapalene be any good for me? I have so much pigmentation, acne, ageing skin. I'm 38 yrs old & duac didn't help. Do u think adapalene or tretinoin for my concerns?
My skin really improved when I added a BHA in the morning next to my Differin at night, especially right before my period. So definitely agree it's great with other actives 🥰
do you have sensitive or dry skin? I'm planning to use BHA in the morning and differin at night as well but I feel like it would be too much for my acne-prone skin...
Tretinoin is now discontinued in Canada... Im not sure if Differin is, though. Would Differin be better than a store bought Retinol? Trying to find a tretinoin alternative
Ok I need to try it. My acne just keeps getting worse and the dermatologists just want to throw antibiotics at it which wrecks gut health. I took antibiotics for months and no changes in acne. Tretinoin has just been so irritating and harsh on my face. Mainly jawline and exactly what you described of the under the skin stuff. That’s almost all mine is. And I’m also using clindamycin gel so I’m thinking I need to use both. Tretinoin is just too much for me right now.
As you know I recently switched from adapalene to tret to get more anti-aging benefits. Now that it’s hot and humid here (and my skin becomes an oil slick), I’m wondering if it was better to stick with adapalene
Hi Tom, this is just the thought I had when I made the switch.. dont get me wrong I loved the anti ageing from the tret but I just think I needed the oil control more... sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@tthibideau honestly I’m not sure yet. I’m going to stick with it through summer and then see how my skin is feeling. I use azelaic in the morning and TO Glycolic toner. You’d think my skin would be dry, but I never even got the initial peeling from adap or tret. It’s weird. I still have half a tube of the Tret , just in case.
Guru Rob. I am also over 30, acne prone & in the UK. I've used the strongest OTC retinoids in can get my hands on for months now & think I'm ready to try adapalene. You mentioned in the vid you'd share your fave sites to access this through online consultation, but I can't see any links. I've googled but seems like a minefield & would rather go to a trusted provider. Thanks!! xxxxx
Hi hun, so sorry I dont know how I managed to miss the list off I will change that.. I get mine from Curology but also WebMed is a good site which I have used before without an issue... I hope it works for you as well as it has for me and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I do t have acne but want to use adapalene for the anti-aging benefits. I started on 0.05% of tretinoin and it’s very drying. Should I try using Differin and then switch to tretinoin once my skin is acclimated to the tretinoin?
Hey! Could you please tell me around how long will it take to visibly improve skin? I understand it varies from person to person, but just an idea... Ive been using the Granactive Retinol from The Ordinary for almost a year so I guess my skin is somewhat already used to retinoids... :)
You are like reading what I am thinking about)) I’m going to use Differin and was searching more information. Just ordered one. Thank you, bunny. As always useful, helpful and in time 💚
I advice you don't, it will ruin your skin if you have sensitive skin.. I'm battling with cyctic acne and deeper smile line after using this product, you can still try it if you wish
@@happinessumeh8585 It’s my last hope. I tried so many products and nothing works on my acne. And if you are wondering I visited different doctors and they gave me antibiotics that did the job, but acne returns so fast and everything starts over and over. I almost give up.
Love this video. I have been so confused with it all but have finally decided to start a retinoid. However im in the uk so its hard to find where to purchase a product from. Its all American sites and they dont ship to the uk or shipping is an extreme amount. Any tips on any websites i can purchase from her in the uk? X
Omg my derm just prescribed me Adapalene since Tret isn't working for me, weird and happy coincidence 😁😁 how would you incorporate azelaic acid in a routine where you use Adapalene every night? 🤔
Wow thats such a good timing.. I use my azelaic before my adapolene and so long as you have been using azelaic for a while its fine to use them together as your skin will be used to it... let me know what results you get and sending you lots of love xxxx
Random question, but some pimples are v itchy at the moment, however it's so humid in the UK right now. It's not my whole face, just bigger pimples that have cropped up. I don't think differin is irritating my skin, I think it's the humidity, is this normal?
I don’t see any benefits from differin. I can even use it on my eyelids without any reaction 😰 Struggling with inflammatory acne and stubborn blackheads. I don’t understand how they survive on my skin using so much differin, BHA, AHA, azelaic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
Think you've sold me on popping some in my Iherb cart since we cant get otc in Aus. I'm sure Dr Dray mentioned it can be helpful for fading sun spots, my chest seems to always catch the sun over the years. If some happens to fall onto the fine lines on my forehead so be it 😁❤
I have been using differin for almost a month. I had very little purging but no dryness or peeling even tho my skin is dry. Does that means i am not using it right or it actually doesn't have any sensitivity on my face.
Hello there, I don't have acne at all but I want to incorporate retinoid in my routine . I was thinking to get Paula's choice 1%retinol, however as everyone says the efficacy of retinol is too slow, I want to try little stronger for my forehead wrinkle and hyperpigmentation.. would you suggest me to use differin adapline gel or is this only for acne prone skin. I would really appreciate if you can help me with this. sending lots if love all the way from nepal ...
I'm building up my tolerance first. Moving from TIL retinol cream which I love to G&G A game to adapalene. I'm still hoping for a drying effect but I have a feeling I will not get there quick enough for when the really hot weather starts. Still, I might be getting some oil control effects with the agame?
I have been using differen and it's not going good. I used it on my neck and its itchy and I have developed rash and it turned black. On my face still the same not working
So, what would you recommend as a moisturiser to use with Epiduo? I’m finding Neutrogena Hydroboist just not cutting it, yet anything richer causes breakouts. It’s a vicious cycle 🤔
I have acne scars..marks...hyprpgmtn..and my skin is sgy..plz hlp me for..morning and night routine.i don't knw anything about products..i jst used ordinary niacinimide..plz hlp me..for acne scrs plz.
You can buy from the drugstore usually, Amazon, the Differin brand website, etc. Many places carry it :D Differin IS adapoline, just brand name. There's also La Roche Posay brand adapolene which is the same as Differin's adapolene, just a different brand. I hope this helps! 💕
I use the la roshe posay adapeline as a spot treatment over my moisturizer but it doesn't seem to do anything for me. I haven't seen any improvement on my acne so I'm not sure if I'm using it right or not.
Hi hun , I think its better as an all over treatment (avoiding sensitive areas) than a spot treatment, I think you will get better results with it that way.. sending you lots of love xxxx
I've been using tretinoin 0.025 for about 14 weeks now and I'm still breaking out 😔 would it be worth switching to differin and seeing if that would work better?
Try using a moisturiser before the tretinoin wash your face with a gentle cleanser apply moisturizer while your skin is still wet.Let it dry then apply the tretinoin. Rember be heavy on spf atleast spf30 plus
Hiii ❤️ moving from TO granactive retinoid 2% emulsion to differing. Hopefully not making a mistake, so scared. Been using the emulsion for 6 weeks and seen good results but some of my comedones are still there( and some sebaceous filaments on my chin . i really want to flush them out 😩👀 should i give more time to emulsion( and continue with 5% in squaline) or make a switch to differin?
Hey , i have a dbt. Adaplene 0.1 %gel worked me. But often i got pimple. After the 6 month of use this gel show miracle. Lot of my scars are removed and lot of acne faded away. I also used that gel yesterday. But my dermatologist prescribed me a combination gel (clindamycin phosphate, allantoin & nicotinamide gel) today. She asked me to use twice a day. Is that okay Sudden stop of Adaplene gel. And start this gel?? Plz reply
hi hun, I would always go with what your dorm recommends as they are the professional and the one who has seen you in person.. I hope this helps and sending you lots of love xxxxx
So clarifying, thanks! Question: I've been using TO granactive retinoid emulsion 2% for a while now, 5 times a week (my first and only retinoid ever so far). It works really well and did not really experience any "side-effects" other than some increased congestion in the first 2 weeks which disappeared quickly. If I would want to switch to adapalene, has the retinoid from TO been a proper introduction to retinoid to make my skin used to it? Or should I start all over again with the quantity because it's a differint (pun intended) product?
Hi adapalene is much stronger than the granactive retinoid you've been using, so I would start off slowly at approx twice a week as suggested. You can see how your skin does and increase as tolerated. I don't/haven't used adapalene and instead used tretinoin, but the retinoids I had been using weren't nearly as powerful and I had to start slowly. I did have less side effects than never having used a retinoid would have perhaps given me, but still had to start slowly and deal with a lot more dryness initially. I hope that helps.
Hi hun, Loraine is totally correct and I couldn't improve on that advice.. I think its right to move up to adapalene if you think it will work better for you skin but go gentle with it... let me know how you get on xxxx
Heyyy! I stopped adaplene 0.1 gel after 6 month use. It been 3 month since i left adaplene. The adaplene completely removed my acne. But now my acne become worse again. Can i use adaplene again?
@@aquaticlivemalayalam5601 that is a definite possibility, my friend, but the purging period eased and your skin cleared the first time, so you can expect that as well.
We can get it otc here in the states along with other products under the name differin however the concentration in the otc differn gel is probably way lower then the prescription one that is how they do it here in the states when they take a prescription only medication and start selling it otc they don't trust us with the full strength products lol
Cleanse your face before. But wait about 20 mins to ensure your face is fully dry before applying. Also, if you apply moisturizer before make your that your face is dry.
Tretinoin worked better at combating hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and residual acne scars plus overall skin texture. I used differin for 3 years and tret for 5.
Hey guys and welcome to todays video where we are talking all things Differin or Adapalene. I would love to know your own experience with adapalene so please leave me a comment below and i am sending you all so much love xxxx
Thank you so much for this video 🤗. Lots of love to you❣️
Differin is a life saver, period.
I totally agree hun its done so much for my skin... sending you lots of love xxxx
The 3 products that made the most significant impact in my skincare journey are TO Niacinamide, TO Azelaic acid suspension, and you guessed it, Diferrin gel!
While I play around with other brands for AA and B3, Differin is an absolute staple in my PM routine 👍
I love love love azelaic and differin together they are the perfect match so thank you so so much for sharing and sending you so much love xxxx
I’m a big fan of TO niacinimide plus zinc. I think the zinc is key. I’ve done other niacinimide products but it’s never been as good as their formula.
I am curious if I should buy retinol serums or face cream from other brands because i am afraid that i can still keep gettting the adaplene prescription from doctors in Canada.
If they don't prescribe it for me, should i just start using paulas choice retinol 1% serum?
@@kiwifrenchie6036 La Roche posay brand sells It with out prescrition
Do you put azelic acid form ordinary first or adapalene
I used Differin for about a year before moving to Tretinoin. I think it really helped me make a smooth transition.
Hi hun , I think its a great way of transitioning between the two so thank you so much for calling this out... sending you lots fo love xxxx
@@DeusExMachina50 I'm not able to honestly answer. I have been on Tretinoin for years now. I'm completely accustomed to it and would not go back. Differin is not as potent.
I love when people get straight to the point , If this was any other skin care youtuber it would take 20mins to explain the same things he talked about in his video.
Awww thank you so so much for watching hun and sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin thanks 🙂 - sends you love - ♥️♥️♥️
I totally agree.
Dude, so glad I found thid video. Just hit 40 I just started using Differin almost 3 weeks ago and you hit on all the things I was wondering about. Bevause of the irritation, and I think I was already irritating my skin before starting Differin, now I only use a moisturizer and sunscreen in the AM and then sandwich the Differerin between Cosrx 92 mucin cream and a thick Cetaphil moisturizer. So far so good. Definitely some irritation still, but getting better. Thanks for this and all the other videos 🙏
I've used Differin (for acne purposes) for 8 months and I did get better but it wasn't enough so I moved to Tretinoin 2 weeks ago. 0 side effects besides a little bit of dryness, I believe Differin made my skin used to retinoids :D
Oh thats wonderful and I think its great to use differin before tret to help it ease in a little better.. sending you lots of love xxxx
Very interesting! I have a 3 year journey with adapalene. I am absolute proof that it helps with both acne and antiaging. When I started, I followed Dr. Drays excellent advice and that was helpful in adjusting from retinol to adapalene. However, every tip that I have tried with reducing irritation, peeling, dryness, and redness has only minimized and not cured the side effects. I can't imagine what tretinoin would do to my sensitive skin. I have learned to use adapalene once a week to preserve the benefits and use a more gentle retinoid other nights. My skin tolerates the ordinary granactive retinoid emulsion 2% well, better than other retinol than I have tried. Now I am testing out retinaldehyde as well. I love the results of adapalene so I find once a week is enough. Because of the peeling, I don't need an extra exfoliation product other than salycilic acid 1-2x per week. I use a centella toner, snail serum, and niacinamide toner with ceramide moisturizer and that helps my barrier and soothes the irritation. Hope that helps someone
This is such great information for me as I am considering using Adapalene. I have some forehead closed comedones that just keep reappearing. I get them under control for a while, but they just won't go away. I also love TO Granactive Retinoid Emulsion. Have you tried any of the other retinols from TO? I just ordered the Retinol 5% to see how my skin tolerates it. Do you mind sharing which snail serum you use? Thanks so much!!
Woe hun this comment is so useful and I always say listen to your skin so if once a week is all you can tolerate you will still be getting great results but pairing it with a more gentle retinol on the other nights is such a great idea... I hope all is wonderful with you and sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@Patti-1962 I think adapalene is fantastic and I highly recommend, I just wish I could use it more often. Its great for building collagen too and reducing fine lines and wrinkles over time. I have tried TO 1% retinol in squalane and it gave me a burn literally. I used it a couple of times in different ways and figured out that my skin can tolerate adapalene better than retinol. So far the retinaldehyde is working out well but its too soon to tell for certain. I use and love the cos de baha snail serum. I like to use it at nights
@@MadAboutSkin Thanks so much! Glad it was helpful. I really enjoyed this video
@@pajamamama5965 Thanks so much. Which adapalene product do you use? I’ve been a skincare “nerd” for years, but this is the product I’m most unsure about. I was going to make an appointment with my dermatologist, but I thought I might try this first. I’m so glad you told me about your experience withTO retinol. I’m glad you’ve had success with it!😀
I’ve been prescribed Differin for ages. Had no problem with dryness and used far , far more than a pea size amount. It helped but I didn’t get rid of the acne totally so gave up on it at one point. What’s been the game changer is Paula’s Choice BHA twice a day and Differin a few evening a week. Wow, finally my skin is clearing up and I’m getting compliments on how good my skin looks 😁
Am I right in presuming I shouldn’t use a retinol serum with the Differin?
Switching my chemical exfoliation to the AM has been GAME CHANGER for my skin. 🙏🏼
Hi Rob I haven't used adapalene and therefore can't comment on that, but I do agree tretinoin isn't always right for everyone. I was on tretinoin for well over a year (after two years on retinols and retinals) and after the first few weeks was tolerating it pretty well. That was until my rosacea got a lot worse and I had more frequent flares, meaning my tretinoin use became sporadic. Backing down to a retinal has meant I can use it far more consistently and that consistency is key to successful retinoid usage. I recently upped my strength from 0.05% retinaldehyde to 0.1% and hope to eventually go back onto tretinoin IF i CAN. If I can't though, it's not a disaster and I'm still getting results from the retinaldehyde. Not everyone with sensitive skin can use tretinoin and it took a lot of time and patience to build my tolerance. When my skin changed and the rosacea worsened I had to back off and had no choice. I was worried it wouldn't give me the results I had seen with the tretinoin, but whilst it is slower it is still showing those results. It also allowed me to maintain the benefits I had seen with the tretinoin, so that's also a win. Tretinoin has only really been available to more than a small proportion of the population in the last few years here, with the advent of online prescription services and that should also be factored in. Telling people nothing else works (in many comments on many beauty videos) is inaccurate and is a form of "skincare shaming" such as was recently talked about. Best wishes.
Absolutely agree!
Omgosh perfect timing !! I've been using it for 3 weeks now and I'm piling, dry and all my closed comedones are coming to a head. I'm using nightly so I didn't know whether to drop down to every other night or moisturizing before applying differin :)
Hi hun , the fact your comedones are coming to a head is a good thing and showing its working so I would keep going but pop some moisturiser on before and after to help buffer it... sending you lots of love xxxx
You can reduce to 1-2 times a week if your skin is where you want it to be since you can still gain anti-aging benefits from it ✨ I’m looking to start my adapalene very soon 💙
@@MadAboutSkin Rob I'm struggling :( the purge is soo hard. My skin is still purging, not as much as before, but progress is so slow. I've not helped myself by changing my moisturizer and SPF so many times but my skin was congested before so I expected it to purge, it's just hard when it all happens at the same time. I'm not thinking of stopping because I've not broken out in unusual places and I've no irritation or sensitivity.
I have been using Differin for a couple months and I am still only using it 2-3 times a week (for anti-aging). I am just moving up to 3 times a week now. This is a much more affordable option then Tretinoin here and my dermatologist said in the end it does same thing just slower (something like that). He does not like over the counter retinals and just told me NO. I am on right track with Differin. He suggested I move up more then twice a week as my skin is doing well with it and said I could apply moisturizer before Differin as well if I need to to use it more often (right now I apply it after Differin). So I will move up slowly. Some may be able to use Differin everyday to start but my sensitive skin would of hated me and thrown a fuss if I did that, and fell off I think. lol Hope it has got better for you!
@@Chloe-wg2rvHow is it going now? I hope it’s resolved!
Please do not forget the *PURGING* phase when using adapalene. When I used Differin, my purging was terribly bad and lasted for 9 straight months with almost no weeks in between that new acne took a break from. Every day there were new cystic acne and they were painful and inflamed under the skin. Some were not as hidden but lots of pus came out from them and left major craters ie boxcar and icepick scars all over my face. My dermatologist said this is expected unless I go on Accutane or some other antibiotics which I didn't want to because of an existing health condition. Thankfully I slowly found something else that slowed down new outbreak of acne and 10 months later I get about 3-4 new acne per week instead of 3-4 per day.
This is such a good point and there may be a level of purging when you first use it.. thank you for calling this out and sending you lots of love xxxxx
I have read that it is very important to start out only a couple of days a week then every other day at first. This is supposed to help if there is purging.
. I know that you posted a year ago and I am sorry that you had to go through that. I hope you are doing much better. I did not have that experience but my skin was likely in a different stage than yours. I have had some under skin comedones for a very long time. And scarring from past acne. I had not been in a state of regular acne breakouts upon trying it, although I had in the past. It has been very useful for my personal goals. The other thing that I began doing regularly was glycolic acid in the morning. Really helped a lot.
So yeah, I hope things have gotten better for you.
P.S. what did you find?
@@sherylF5610 Believe it or not, I stopped using chemical sunscreens and changed to fully mineral sunscreens and my breakouts almost immediately calmed down to just 3-4 new acne per week. So that was 7 times smoother skin than if I'd continued using chemical or hybrid sunscreens. Who would've guessed the thing that was supposed to protect me was harming my skin?
If you had 8 konths purging thats not normal should have stopped
This is exactly what I've been wondering about lately! I'm trying to increase my retinoid strength (Inkey List was too gentle) but trying to decide between retinal (Geek & Gorgeous), tret, or adapalene (Differin). My main skin concern I want to tackle is acne and clogged pores, more than wrinkles/aging/hyperpigmentation.
Im 40 and still prone to breakouts :( A dermatologist isn't an easy option for me to get to where i live but a few months ago discovered iherb sell differin gel in australia. Its been fantastic!! decreasing my breakouts, helping to fade scars that i have had for MONTHS, and im even seeing a slow but steady relaxing of the strong creased wrinkles in my expression lines :)
I purchase 2 or 3 at a time from iherb in Oz.
I only use it twice a week but now im nearing the end of my first tube im going to buy a couple next time too :) I don't like being caught out 8f it goes out of stock lol.
@@kiwibird1980when did you start seeing results?
I have been using adapalene on and off for a few years now ever since it became available over the counter here in the USA. I recently started using it again and would really like to stick with it long term since I am a 49 year old woman who not only still gets acne but also has anti-aging concerns. Your video came along at just the right time for me, thank you! ❤️
Oh I am so so glad the video was useful and I think you sound like a perfect candidate as you will get the anti ageing benefit but its the best for fighting acne... sending you lots of love xxxx
I am about to incorporate adapelene in my skincare regimen for its anti aging benefits. This is an awesome video! I love your perspective!
Thats a good move !What are the results ?
I started incorporating it slowly a couple months ago and loving the results so far.
Wonderful and I am so so glad its working for you and sending you lots of love xxxx
I feel so educated every time I finish watching your videos😆😆also loving the shirt hun, looks amazing xxxxx Had nooo idea that it helped with closed comedowns, will have to look into this now :))sending lots of Monday hugs hun 💜💜💜
Awww thank you so so much hun and the shirt is because its roasting hot here lol so short sleeves all the way.. I hope its lovely and warm with you hun and that you are having the best start to the week... sending you lots of love xxxxx
My 16 yr old daughter has moderate acne. She has been using differin for 3 weeks. One day it seems as though it’s so much better ( minus the hyperpigmentation) and other days there’s new breakouts and redness. Omg if only we knew this was purging and that it’s all normal. Our fear is that this won’t work at all , given that her dermatologist wanted her on acutane or birth control. Our answer was no !!!! . So hoping this will work. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😩😩😩
Would you recommend Adapalene for people who don’t have acne prone skin? I can’t afford Tretinoin right now, so Adapalene seemed like the next best choice, but I’m not sure…
Adapalene Differin Gel works like magic ❤.. it’s a life saver for me. I have a sensitive skin and trust me it really works .. I got my confidence back plus there’s no need for a foundation day 🎉
Yay o am so so glad its working for you hun x
I just ordered differin yesterday so really perfect timing! I’m really excited to start my retinoid journey with it for my acne!!! Thank you so much and I love ur vids so much! Have a great dayyy 💜💜
Oh wow thats perfect timing and I cant wait to hear what results you get... sending you lots of love xxxx
How did I miss this episode??? I really think I get more from adapalene for anti-aging than tret. When I look at the benefits, price, and ease of access, I am team adapalene!! I get very few breakouts and my skin didn’t even tingle or shed a flake of dry skin from tret so I am basing this just on the results I see. I think there is such a push to be on tret but it just wasn’t it for my skin. ❤️ you xxxooo
I just started adapalene for wrinkles and fine lines. Did you find it helped with them at all? Ive used it twice so far and has made them look worse so am a bit worried.
Hellooooo im srilankan !!! I started adapalene journey before 3 days...i hopes to best results and thanks to you......because this video most important too meee❤️
Do you like the result
Acne free (brand) is CRUELTY-FREE adapolene !!! So pleased there is that option for USA customers… 🤗
I used adapalene for 6 months, I saw results, great results. I used it as a gateway to trentenoin and I'm glad a did, i was able to tollerate trentenoin better. I still use it, I mix it with body lotion occasionally and I use it on my creepy skin on my upper arms. It's a great product.
It's like you read my mind Rob !! I started on adapolene (la roche one) about 3-4 weeks ago and it has been great so far. I use every night and then od on hydration layering - haven't really had an issue. A little bit of flaking on forehead/chin but nothing more than that. I was on the G&G thanks to you (I tried A313 too - loved that as well)... my retin a journey is thanks to you. I have got some cheeky tret coming (hopefully) and i plan to alternate between the two. Wish me luck !! Xo
Are you still using the differin? :)
@@jenniferosea I moved onto tret actually but i use the differin when I am having a tret-break. I really like the dif but tret is next level. 😊
Rob, how did you know I just upped my adapalene from 0.1 to 0.3% just last night! 😁 Perfect timing on this video, thank you! 💜
Wow thats amazing timing and I hope it goes well with the switch... keep me posted and let me know what results you see.. sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkinhi there can you tell me please where did you get the stronger 0.3%? I can only get 0.1 prescribed in uk and want to buy the stronger one
I read it on google that adaplene/retinoid/retinol can be very good to reduce the appearance of spider veins/broken capillaries, I have several spider veins on my nose and cheeks,i don't know why it happened,i always wear sunscreen everyday and not drinking alcohol,so I'm just trying to get rid of it because I don't like the appearance on my face, so that's why I came here to watch how to use this differin gel, and I've watched a video of a girl she said her spider veins appearance has reduced so much since she use retinoid cream, this video is very helpful on how to use it, I'll also going to use it for my pimples on my face. Thank you for the video
That's so so good to hear and thank you so so much for sharing, I am so glad its working for you... sending you lots of love xxxx
My teenage daughter has been using Differin for about 8 months now. It has been a total skin saviour for her. It's knocked her KP out of the park and completely eradicated maskne as well. As we speak we have a second tube winging it's way to her. She can't be without it and totally panicked when she saw how little was left in the tube. In all fairness there's enough left for a few weeks but good to have it on hand so there's no lapse in using it. She's so afraid that her kp will flare up again on her face. Incidentally, I got mine on amazon US from a link that Dr Dray provided.
Oh I am so so pleased it has worked for her as I know what a challenge acne in this climate can be.. I hope all is wonderful with you and sending you lots of love xxxxx
Thank you so much! My boyfriend is thinking about starting using differin for his acne concern and I just sent him this video! Super informative ❤️
Its a pleasure hun and I hope the differin works well for him as it really has for me... sending you lots of love xxxx
I just started using it today I’m praying it makes my skin more soft and feminine as I’m transgender I’m using a vitamin c oil over it
I’m thinking of to trying out Acne Free Adapalene Gel. Here in Malaysia adapalene is bit pricey. Acne Free Adapalene sold for 20$ and differin can go up to 25$++
I've been using Differin every 2nd night, with copper peptides the other nights. I didn't know I could use them both together! Thank you :-)
Hi hun, yes you can indeed and if you buffer between them with something like a Hyaluronic Acid its even better to lock in some more moisture... sending you lots od love xxxxx
Hi doctor. I hope you will answer this 😊. Yes, adaplene gel is a game changer. It's my 2nd month and it is giving me the expected results. But i have a doubt. Can i use adaplene gel for my daily night skin care routine? Like for the life time? What if I stop using it after 12 weeks and magic will disappear? Can't we use it for very long term? Pls help 😇
So I can use vitamin C in the morning and differin innmy night routine?
Just found your channel. Very educational and enjoyable! Hello from the USA!
Can I use differin if I don’t have acne? I’m focusing on anti-aging and hyperpigmentation improvement with cell turnover. Also, I know everyone’s skin is different but I’m not prone to a lot of break outs, will I purge?
I don't know why it has been impossible to add subs on TH-cam videos. Would be possible for you to add them when you upload them, please? Thank you!
Hi hun, they take 12 hours to come through so are always available on videos the day after.. I always have them enabled so that people who need them can use them but they do take time to apply after upload xxxx
I'm a male in my 30s. I don't struggle with acne, but am looking to add a retinoid for anti-ageing. I know differin is to treat acne specifically, with anti-ageing being maybe an added benefit. My question is, is differin something you would recommend specifically for anti-ageing? Or is there something better for this if you aren't concerned with the acne-fighting benefits of the gel. Thanks in advance!
I've been on prescription Epiduo (0.1% Adapalene + 2.5 % Benzyl Peroxide) since December 2020, I mainly use it every night as a spot Rx on my jaw & neck acne and sometimes a tiny amount on my T zone. But OMG once a month I go overboard and my jaw starts to peel and my cheeks STING! I've now learnt to over moisturize my skin at night and not let my fingers travel from the Adapalene zones of my face to the sensitive prone cheeks zone when I'm moisturizing. I reach for a sheet mask whenever my skin has freaked out the most! But I'm so grateful this exists for my acne! As for my PIH, Epiduo hasn't worked yet :(
Oh gosh I am sorry its not worked on your PIH yet but I hope it will.. I know what you mean about having to treat it with respect and pay attention to where you are applying as I have made this mistake before so I know the struggle.. sending you lots of love xxxx
Ima go on it, I’ll be back with results. Man I’m praying this works for me
Adapalene is not a retinol but it is as gentle as a retinol, yet as effective as a retinoid... And this makes it the best because for less irritation and hustle you get a clear skin! Tretinoin makes your skincare a second job, while regular retinols are not really that effective.
Since adapalene is phtostable and exfoliation can make you photosensitive, I'd rather use it in the morning and exfoliate at night. Anyway, best practice would be doing both at night, but on different days
If I don’t have acne but I want an anti aging treatment - would Adapalene be a good thing to try or is it better to go with Tretinoin? I ask as I’m going to the US and Adapalene is cheap and prescription free there (Tret is pricey!). Lots of love ❤
Don t use it as anti aging stick to retinols if that is enough
I remember being prescribed Differin back when it was only by prescription. It helped a case of hidradenitis suppurativa I was suffering from at the time. 🤔
Hey, would you mind sharing how you used adapalene for HS please? Would be keen to hear about this as I have HS and I recently got prescribed adapalene for acne
Rob, you are a mind reader. We are currently having "nap time" at my house (boy do I need the rest with four kids visiting😉), so I was able to watch your video. You know I have continued to have issues with texture on my forehead, and I think it's time to bring out the big guns. But first I am going to try a stronger retinol to build up tolerance. My main question is, can you apply the SubQ Skin in the same routine? I'm SO glad you have hs success with this product❤️
Haha Patti I dont blame you, I dont know how you have the energy lol I dont think I would.. You can indeed use subq with adapalene and I think they work really well together but I think you are doing the right thing with using a higher strength retinol in between to build on the tolerance... sending you so so much love xxxxx
Great information. I like the hand measuring method a pinky finger nail is better than saying a pea size.🙄
Haha I agree hun that pea sized is such a silly thing brands say as whole has peas in their bathroom lol... sending you lots of love xxxx
When applying the adapalene do we apply it before or after moisturizer? Different people say different things.
Will adapalene be any good for me? I have so much pigmentation, acne, ageing skin. I'm 38 yrs old & duac didn't help. Do u think adapalene or tretinoin for my concerns?
Hi can I use the ordinary Buffet with Differin please? I know you posted this a while ago but cannot work this out. Much appreciated. Lots of love.
HI hun, yes you can they work well together :) love x
Researching adapalene now thanks hun. Best skincare advice as always 🤗☺️❤️👍
Cool, just picked up a tube! Been scared to use it until watching your video. Have a little trauma from my teenage days of the retin-a
I love adapalene, so easy to apply, glides like magic!
Thank you so much for watching and sharing x
My skin really improved when I added a BHA in the morning next to my Differin at night, especially right before my period. So definitely agree it's great with other actives 🥰
do you have sensitive or dry skin? I'm planning to use BHA in the morning and differin at night as well but I feel like it would be too much for my acne-prone skin...
@@grow_withquinn I have combo skin so pretty on my cheeks usually. I would certainly try it if I were you! But slowly build it up of course 😊
First,Yaay
Happy Monday Rob 💜💙❤
Wow first place :) thank you so so much for being so early and I hope you are having a wonderful start to the week... sending you lots of love xxxx
Tretinoin is now discontinued in Canada... Im not sure if Differin is, though. Would Differin be better than a store bought Retinol? Trying to find a tretinoin alternative
Ok I need to try it. My acne just keeps getting worse and the dermatologists just want to throw antibiotics at it which wrecks gut health. I took antibiotics for months and no changes in acne. Tretinoin has just been so irritating and harsh on my face. Mainly jawline and exactly what you described of the under the skin stuff. That’s almost all mine is. And I’m also using clindamycin gel so I’m thinking I need to use both. Tretinoin is just too much for me right now.
Hi hun , it sounds like it could work well for you and I hope it does if you do try it.. keep me posted and sending you so so much love xxxxx
As you know I recently switched from adapalene to tret to get more anti-aging benefits. Now that it’s hot and humid here (and my skin becomes an oil slick), I’m wondering if it was better to stick with adapalene
I am 52 but had the same experience and just switched back to Differin. 🤷♀️
Hi Tom, this is just the thought I had when I made the switch.. dont get me wrong I loved the anti ageing from the tret but I just think I needed the oil control more... sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@erikar6041 we’re the same age! Did you just switch back for the summer months or for good?
@@MadAboutSkin I still have a tube of adapalene…. Does it make sense to switch back for the summer?
@@tthibideau honestly I’m not sure yet. I’m going to stick with it through summer and then see how my skin is feeling. I use azelaic in the morning and TO Glycolic toner. You’d think my skin would be dry, but I never even got the initial peeling from adap or tret. It’s weird. I still have half a tube of the Tret , just in case.
Can you apply sunscreen as a moisturizer then apply adapalene?
Guru Rob. I am also over 30, acne prone & in the UK. I've used the strongest OTC retinoids in can get my hands on for months now & think I'm ready to try adapalene. You mentioned in the vid you'd share your fave sites to access this through online consultation, but I can't see any links. I've googled but seems like a minefield & would rather go to a trusted provider. Thanks!! xxxxx
Hi hun, so sorry I dont know how I managed to miss the list off I will change that.. I get mine from Curology but also WebMed is a good site which I have used before without an issue... I hope it works for you as well as it has for me and sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin thanks so much!! I'll keep you posted!! xxx
I do t have acne but want to use adapalene for the anti-aging benefits. I started on 0.05% of tretinoin and it’s very drying. Should I try using Differin and then switch to tretinoin once my skin is acclimated to the tretinoin?
I have a q- should it be used ONLY on the active acne? Or can be applied all over the face? Not clear on it.. I have been prescribed epiduo..
Rob, question: what serums are good under adapalene? I have niacinamide, azelaic acid, BHA, and Vitamin C.
Hi hun, all will work well under differin with the exception of exfoliants and other retinals... sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin thank you very much! 😊❤️
I have gotten the Neutrogena Rapid Wrinkle Retinol Regenerating Cream . Can I use it on top of the differin
Hey do you think it will work for my hyperpigmentation and uneven skin tone and acne scar
should adapalene gel be kept in the refrigerator?
No hun it doesn't need to be.. Sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin thanks😊
Hey! Could you please tell me around how long will it take to visibly improve skin? I understand it varies from person to person, but just an idea... Ive been using the Granactive Retinol from The Ordinary for almost a year so I guess my skin is somewhat already used to retinoids... :)
Does it work for malasma and hyperpigmentation and if yea how long will it take ?
it doe work on that and usually about 4 months to see the results x
You are like reading what I am thinking about)) I’m going to use Differin and was searching more information. Just ordered one. Thank you, bunny. As always useful, helpful and in time 💚
Oh thats such good timing and I hope it works so well for you but let me know how you get on... sending you lots of love xxxx
I advice you don't, it will ruin your skin if you have sensitive skin.. I'm battling with cyctic acne and deeper smile line after using this product, you can still try it if you wish
@@happinessumeh8585 It’s my last hope. I tried so many products and nothing works on my acne. And if you are wondering I visited different doctors and they gave me antibiotics that did the job, but acne returns so fast and everything starts over and over. I almost give up.
Love this video. I have been so confused with it all but have finally decided to start a retinoid. However im in the uk so its hard to find where to purchase a product from. Its all American sites and they dont ship to the uk or shipping is an extreme amount. Any tips on any websites i can purchase from her in the uk? X
Omg my derm just prescribed me Adapalene since Tret isn't working for me, weird and happy coincidence 😁😁 how would you incorporate azelaic acid in a routine where you use Adapalene every night? 🤔
Wow thats such a good timing.. I use my azelaic before my adapolene and so long as you have been using azelaic for a while its fine to use them together as your skin will be used to it... let me know what results you get and sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin could you mix a bit of each together?
Random question, but some pimples are v itchy at the moment, however it's so humid in the UK right now. It's not my whole face, just bigger pimples that have cropped up. I don't think differin is irritating my skin, I think it's the humidity, is this normal?
I don’t see any benefits from differin. I can even use it on my eyelids without any reaction 😰 Struggling with inflammatory acne and stubborn blackheads. I don’t understand how they survive on my skin using so much differin, BHA, AHA, azelaic acid and benzoyl peroxide.
Think you've sold me on popping some in my Iherb cart since we cant get otc in Aus. I'm sure Dr Dray mentioned it can be helpful for fading sun spots, my chest seems to always catch the sun over the years. If some happens to fall onto the fine lines on my forehead so be it 😁❤
I live in Aus too and I get mine from iHerb. Waaaay cheaper than getting a prescription and buying it from the chemist
@@sarah_renee good to know, if l had to get a prescription l just wouldn't bother!
I have been using differin for almost a month. I had very little purging but no dryness or peeling even tho my skin is dry. Does that means i am not using it right or it actually doesn't have any sensitivity on my face.
Hello there, I don't have acne at all but I want to incorporate retinoid in my routine . I was thinking to get Paula's choice 1%retinol, however as everyone says the efficacy of retinol is too slow, I want to try little stronger for my forehead wrinkle and hyperpigmentation.. would you suggest me to use differin adapline gel or is this only for acne prone skin. I would really appreciate if you can help me with this.
sending lots if love all the way from nepal ...
I'm building up my tolerance first. Moving from TIL retinol cream which I love to G&G A game to adapalene. I'm still hoping for a drying effect but I have a feeling I will not get there quick enough for when the really hot weather starts. Still, I might be getting some oil control effects with the agame?
Loved hearing about Differen! Thank you!
Its a pleasure hun thank you so so much for watching and sending you lots of love xxxx
I have been using differen and it's not going good. I used it on my neck and its itchy and I have developed rash and it turned black. On my face still the same not working
Hi Rob
Where can I get it from online please in the UK?
I want to go where most pple purchase it from lol
Hi hun, I got mine from Iherb and I had no issues with the shipping from them... sending you lots of love xxxx
@@MadAboutSkin thanks Rob, sending you lots of love too. Xxx
So, what would you recommend as a moisturiser to use with Epiduo? I’m finding Neutrogena Hydroboist just not cutting it, yet anything richer causes breakouts. It’s a vicious cycle 🤔
hi hun, I would reach for something which is a little more hydrating such as the la Roche posey cicaplast baume.. sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin I had a feeling you’d suggest that. Thanks, going to purchase one today and give it a go. 🥰
I have acne scars..marks...hyprpgmtn..and my skin is sgy..plz hlp me for..morning and night routine.i don't knw anything about products..i jst used ordinary niacinimide..plz hlp me..for acne scrs plz.
Hello pls where to buy differin/adapelene? I was looking for the links in your description but i cant see them. Thank you:)
You can buy from the drugstore usually, Amazon, the Differin brand website, etc. Many places carry it :D Differin IS adapoline, just brand name. There's also La Roche Posay brand adapolene which is the same as Differin's adapolene, just a different brand. I hope this helps! 💕
Do you know if the La Roche Posay Adapalene is good? :)
hi hun, I haven used it but I think its a good product from what others have said.. sending you lots of love xxxx
can i stop diferin once my acne is gone or will it all come back, bc i want something for texture but not something i have to stick by forever
I would keep using it as it will help maintain x
Is it okay to use adaphalene with thr ordinary aha bha peel?
I think it would be too much to use it in the same routine but on separate days it should be fine x
I use the la roshe posay adapeline as a spot treatment over my moisturizer but it doesn't seem to do anything for me. I haven't seen any improvement on my acne so I'm not sure if I'm using it right or not.
Hi hun , I think its better as an all over treatment (avoiding sensitive areas) than a spot treatment, I think you will get better results with it that way.. sending you lots of love xxxx
I’ve been using differin for over a year now and I’m starting to get acne again :(
Differin adapalene makes my face worst too much purging cause to have too much pimples marks
I've been using tretinoin 0.025 for about 14 weeks now and I'm still breaking out 😔 would it be worth switching to differin and seeing if that would work better?
Try using a moisturiser before the tretinoin wash your face with a gentle cleanser apply moisturizer while your skin is still wet.Let it dry then apply the tretinoin. Rember be heavy on spf atleast spf30 plus
Hiii ❤️ moving from TO granactive retinoid 2% emulsion to differing. Hopefully not making a mistake, so scared. Been using the emulsion for 6 weeks and seen good results but some of my comedones are still there( and some sebaceous filaments on my chin . i really want to flush them out 😩👀 should i give more time to emulsion( and continue with 5% in squaline) or make a switch to differin?
I started using adapalene for my cc’s! It’s been almost a month and I believe im purging atm but I’ll let you know how it goes!
Hey , i have a dbt. Adaplene 0.1 %gel worked me. But often i got pimple. After the 6 month of use this gel show miracle. Lot of my scars are removed and lot of acne faded away. I also used that gel yesterday. But my dermatologist prescribed me a combination gel (clindamycin phosphate, allantoin & nicotinamide gel) today. She asked me to use twice a day. Is that okay Sudden stop of Adaplene gel. And start this gel??
Plz reply
hi hun, I would always go with what your dorm recommends as they are the professional and the one who has seen you in person.. I hope this helps and sending you lots of love xxxxx
@@MadAboutSkin is there any problem to apply new gel also stop the adaplene?
So clarifying, thanks! Question: I've been using TO granactive retinoid emulsion 2% for a while now, 5 times a week (my first and only retinoid ever so far). It works really well and did not really experience any "side-effects" other than some increased congestion in the first 2 weeks which disappeared quickly. If I would want to switch to adapalene, has the retinoid from TO been a proper introduction to retinoid to make my skin used to it? Or should I start all over again with the quantity because it's a differint (pun intended) product?
Hi adapalene is much stronger than the granactive retinoid you've been using, so I would start off slowly at approx twice a week as suggested. You can see how your skin does and increase as tolerated. I don't/haven't used adapalene and instead used tretinoin, but the retinoids I had been using weren't nearly as powerful and I had to start slowly. I did have less side effects than never having used a retinoid would have perhaps given me, but still had to start slowly and deal with a lot more dryness initially. I hope that helps.
@@lorainemcgillivray77 thanks! Makes sense!
Hi hun, Loraine is totally correct and I couldn't improve on that advice.. I think its right to move up to adapalene if you think it will work better for you skin but go gentle with it... let me know how you get on xxxx
Heyyy! I stopped adaplene 0.1 gel after 6 month use. It been 3 month since i left adaplene. The adaplene completely removed my acne. But now my acne become worse again. Can i use adaplene again?
Of course you can use it again! 💕
@@gmaidene9850 do i experience purging again. My purging lasted 4 weeks when i firstly used
@@aquaticlivemalayalam5601 that is a definite possibility, my friend, but the purging period eased and your skin cleared the first time, so you can expect that as well.
We can get it otc here in the states along with other products under the name differin however the concentration in the otc differn gel is probably way lower then the prescription one that is how they do it here in the states when they take a prescription only medication and start selling it otc they don't trust us with the full strength products lol
do i have to use a face wash before appying adapalene?
Cleanse your face before. But wait about 20 mins to ensure your face is fully dry before applying. Also, if you apply moisturizer before make your that your face is dry.
Differin is fantastic!
Tretinoin worked better at combating hyperpigmentation, wrinkles and residual acne scars plus overall skin texture. I used differin for 3 years and tret for 5.
Or you can use adapalene from Ancefree. 😅 cheaper.