DIFFERIN® GEL WITH ADAPALENE VS. OTHER ACNE TREATMENTS

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

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.

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

Active Ingredients: Adapalene Benzoyl Peroxide Salicylic Acid
Clears acne, 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

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.

Oil-free formulation clears and prevents acne with the first ingredient approved by the FDA for over-the-counter use in more than 30 years.

Available without prescription


Differin® Gel (adapalene 0.1%) your long-term solution to clear and prevent acne. Get prescription strength without a prescription.

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