Acne is often considered a trivial disease and the need for professional treatment is dismissed by many. However, the effect of acne can be more than skin deep - it can affect your entire life. Studies have shown that acne can influence your self-esteem, self-confidence, and overall quality of life. Even mild breakouts can negatively impact how you feel about yourself.
If your acne makes you unsure and self-conscious, then you’re not alone.
- 39% of teens in a 2004 study said they avoided going to school because they were embarrassed by acne.
- A 2008 study revealed that people with acne were less likely to participate in sports.
- 55% of 11- to 18-year-olds said acne prevented them from having a boyfriend or girlfriend.
The good news is that treating your acne can help alleviate the emotional impact of acne and lead to greater self-confidence. Talk to your doctor to learn more about acne therapies that may be right for you.
These are actual photos of a Differin
® product user taken during clinical trials of Differin
® products. Photos were taken at the start of each trial before the patients began using Differin
® products and again at 12 weeks of use. *Individual results may vary.
Patient ID 002 - Individual results may vary
Results from Differin(R) Gel, 0.1%, phase II, 12-week, multicenter, controlled clinical study of patients 12 to 40 years of age with acne vulgaris (N=214).
Read below for an actual comment from a real-life Differin
® product user.
*Individual results may vary.
Karen O., FL
My 15 year old son developed a terrible case of acne last year. We tried over the counter medicines for 6 months, and that was a mistake. He got worse. He used an over-the-counter product (another big mistake) for three months, and things only got worse. Finally, we went to a dermatologist last August (2006) and he started using Differin. Within three months, he only had acne “scars”. He does have a face full of red marks and scars, but those are slowly fading. We think Differin is a miracle drug! He has no acne!
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Differin® Lotion 0.1%, Differin® Gel 0.1%, Differin® Cream 0.1% and Differin® Gel, 0.3% are indicated for the topical treatment of acne vulgaris in patients 12 years and older. Apply Differin® products to affected skin (face, trunk and other areas of the body affected by acne) once per day avoiding the eyes, lips and mucous membranes. The most common side effects reported with use of Differin® products include skin dryness, redness, scaling, stinging and burning. Most adverse events reported were mild to moderate in severity, occurred early in treatment and decreased thereafter. With use of Differin® Gel 0.3%, side effects may also include general skin discomfort, itching and sunburn. Excessive exposure to sunlight and sunlamps should be avoided during treatment with Differin® products, and use of sunscreen products and protective clothing is recommended. Concomitant use of drying or irritating topical products (like products containing resorcinol, salicylic acid or sulfur) should be used with particular caution. Do not apply to areas that have been depilated with wax products. Differin® products have not been tested in pregnant or nursing women, or with the elderly. All Differin® products are Pregnancy Category C. Please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Gel, 0.3% and Please see full Prescribing Information for Differin Lotion, 0.1%
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