What should I expect?

Differin® Gel isn’t like other acne treatments you’ve tried. So you shouldn’t try to use it in the same way, either.


Wanna learn more?

Find out from a dermatologist how retinoids are different than retinols – and how a retinoid like Differin® Gel helps fight acne.

Here’s a snapshot of what your next 12 weeks might look like when you #DoThingsDifferin. Stick with it for 90 days to see the full effects–and finish the #DifferinChallenge. (You’ll be glad you did.)

Make Differin® Gel a part of your daily skincare routine. And be sure to moisturize. Every Day. No excuses.If your skin starts to feel dry or tight, you can use Differin Soothing Moisturizer or Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer with SPF sunscreen to keep any dryness or tightness at bay.

You may start to see some mild redness or irritation.Don’t freak out. That’s just what dermatologists call “retinization.” It’s part of the process – and it’s perfectly normal. Keep moisturizing, and don't forget to use SPF sunscreen during the day to help protect your skin.



TIP1:

Be consistent: apply Differin® Gel once a day, every day, at the same time of day.

TIP2:

Retinoids and retinols aren’t the same. Both retinol and adapalene are retinoids, but only adapalene is FDA-approved to treat acne.

RETINOIDS VS. RETINOL


Retinoid Education 101

Proof that good things come to those who wait.


Part of the Differin difference is a topical retinoid called adapalene. During retinization –the adjustment period when your skin is getting used to Differin® Gel – you might experience dryness, scaling, redness and burning or stinging.


It sounds scary, but don’t worry: Irritation usually lessens after 4 weeks. Plus, bonus: Some people never experience retinization at all!

Redness, sensitivity, breakouts: Yep, they’re all normal.

And they’re just side effects of using adapalene, the only acne-fighting retinoid approved for over-the-counter use. But remember: You could start to see a reduction in acne after two weeks of treatment.


TIP1:

Help avoid irritation by steering clear of products with harsh chemicals like alpha hydroxy acid or glycolic acid, and other acne medications and treatments.

FAQs ABOUT DIFFERIN® GEL

TIP2:

According to the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD), topical retinoids are recommended for mild and moderate acne over other products with salicylic acid.

FAQs ABOUT RETINOIDS

Retinoid Education 101

Short answer: maybe.

Adapalene is designed to result in less redness and skin irritation than other prescription retinoids. But first, retinization might cause some side effects that make your skin feel worse before it gets better.

DIFFERIN VS. OTHER ACNE TREATMENTS

You’re almost there!

If you keep using Differin® Gel, it can help restore your skin’s natural tone and texture by clearing and preventing acne long-term

TIP1:

Retinoids work deep in your pores to clear your skin.

RETINOIDS VS. RETINOL

TIP2 :

Retinization usually subsides after about four weeks.

WHAT TO KNOW BEFORE YOU BUY

Your skin is healing.

Adapalene adjusts the speed of skin cell turnover to help keep pores from clogging and target acne before it even starts. Learn more about how adapalene works.

Keep on keepin’ on!

Differin® Gel is still reducing acne-causing clogs, so it’s important to keep using it daily.

TIP:

Treat your skin right. Make sure to moisturize, moisturize, moisturize! Differin Oil Absorbing Moisturizer with SPF 30 sunscreen can help

Recognize these guys?

We know you do. Because they’re your new best friends. Did you know you could buy them all in one Clear Skin Set?

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Wondering what the difference looks like in real life?

BEFORE+AFTER

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WASH, APPLY, REPEAT.

GOOD THINGS COME TO THOSE WHO WAIT.LIKE CLEAR SKIN


You made it!

You should see a significant difference around the 12-week mark–clinical studies reported up to 87% acne reduction. Now that’s something to celebrate.

TIP:

Remember, Differin® Gel isn’t a spot treatment like other acne products. It’s formulated to keep new acne from forming resulting in improved skin tone and texture.

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Retinoid Education 101

You know the drill: Stick with it!

Keep using Differin® Gel every day, even after your skin looks clearer.