Take a different approach to clearing—and preventing—your acne with Differin Adapalene Gel Retinoid Treatment. When used every single day, Differin Gel can reduce up to 87% of acne in up to 12 weeks *based on an in-vitro laboratory study.
How to use Differin Adapalene Gel Retinoid
It’s time to rethink how you apply your acne treatment for consistently clearer skin
Non-comedogenic, fragrance-free Differin® Gel contains the retinoid adapalene, the first over-the-counter active ingredient for acne created by Differin. It’s what you and your skin have been waiting for consistently clearer skin.
Adapalene 0.1% (retinoid)
Carbomer 940,Edetate Disodium, Methylparaben, Poloxamer 182, Propylene Glycol, Purified water and Sodium Hydroxide .may contain Hydrochloric Acid to adjust pH.
Differin® Gel contains adapalene, a type of retinoid. Topical retinoids, like Differin® Gel, play a crucial role in the treatment of acne. Retinoids have vitamin A activity which helps regulate cell turnover to make sure your skin goes through the right process, creating a healthier environment for skin. Regulating cell turnover helps to keep the pores from clogging and target acne before it even starts. Don’t think of Differin® Gel as a spot treatment only to be used when acne rears its ugly head. In fact, if used daily, Differin® Gel stops new acne from forming, resulting in improved skin tone and texture.
Differin contains the only full prescription fighting retinoid available over the counter: adapalene. It’s the first new OTC active ingredient to treat acne approved by the FDA in more than 30 years.
Differin® Gel is dermatologist-developed, and its active ingredient — adapalene — has been prescribed to over 40 million people globally for more than 20 years. It was approved by the FDA for over-the-counter use without a prescription in 2016.
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.
Yes, Differin® Gel is dermatologist developed and includes a dermatologist-recommended retinoid.
According to the American Academy of Dermatology’s (AAD) therapeutic treatment guidelines, topical retinoids like adapalene are recommended as a primary therapy for initial treatment of mild and moderate acne, even ahead of popular over-the-counter products that contain salicylic acid. The AAD is the largest organization of dermatologists (over 19,000 worldwide) who provide public education about dermatology and dermatologic health.