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| Active Ingredients: | Adapalene | Benzoyl Peroxide | Salicylic Acid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clears and prevents acne to restore skin texture and tone | YES | YES | YES |
| Balances skin cell production to treat acne | YES | NO | NO |
| Significant anti-inflammatory benefit | YES | NO | NO |
| Once-a-day application provides 24-hour action | YES | NO | NO |
| Safe for clothing and sheets | YES | NO | YES |
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Differin® Gel with adapalene vs. other acne treatments
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See how Differin Gel stacks up.
There are tons of over-the-counter (OTC) acne treatment products out there. When you compare Differin with benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid products, the difference is clear.
81%
of adults with acne say they’ve never found an effective treatment
49%
of adults with acne have used 3-7 different products to treat acne
Why choose Differin Gel?
- Clears acne long-term with continued use
- Prevents new acne from forming if used daily
- Fights acne deep in the pores where it starts
- Restores your skin’s natural tone and texture by clearing and preventing acne
- Contains the first new FDA-approved over-the-counter active ingredient to fight acne in more than 30 years
- Superior tolerability compared to other topical acne fighting retinoids
- Is oil-free and won’t leave your face sticky
- Available without prescription
A dermatologist’s perspective
How is Differin Gel different?
Even though acne is so common, there have been no advancements in the over-the-counter world for many, many years.Dr. Adam Friedman
Differin Gel (adapalene 0.1%)
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