Many people are familiar with the problem of oily skin and blackheads. Its consequence is an unaesthetic appearance and a spoiled mood for the whole day. But do not despair. The joint latest developments of pharmacologists and cosmetologists have made it possible to create a unique remedy for combating acne and acne - Adapalen cream. Reviews about this wonderful tool say that this drug does its job well.
What is Adapalene intended for
The action of this drug is aimed at getting rid of acne, blackheads and blackheads, as well as giving the skin a fresh look. With an average and mild form of rashes, the cream is prescribed without additional therapeutic agents. But in severe cases of the disease, the appearance of pustules "Adapalen" is used in combination with other drugs for the treatment of acne.
In this case, the funds are used alternately. For example, in the morning - one drug, in the evening - Adapalen cream. Feedback from those whoused a combination of products for problematic skin, mostly positive. The drug works great both alone and in tandem.
Useful properties
- The oiliness of the skin is reduced. This is due to the fact that as a result of the use of the agent, the molecules of the composition bind to the sebum cells and remove them from the pores. Over time, the amount of fat decreases significantly, and its production is also regulated
- Prevents the formation of acne and blackheads. The substances that make up the product slightly thin the sebum and prevent it from thickening. Therefore, sebaceous plugs and, accordingly, comedones and black spots do not form in the hair follicles.
- Removal of inflammation of the skin. The remedy "Adapalen" for acne contains medicinal substances that block the growth of bacterial colonies that are responsible for the appearance and spread of acne and various inflammations.
- Prevention of free radicals in skin cells. Adapalene molecules react with free radicals. This helps to avoid excessive dryness of the skin and the appearance of wrinkles.
What is Adapalene?
This is an analogue of vitamin A, but not natural, but obtained synthetically. It is much easier to absorb into the skin and quickly relieves the problem. The agent in question is widely used in the cosmetic field for the treatment of oily and problematic skin prone to the formation of acne and pustules.
This drug belongs to the analogues of retinoic acid and has the consistency of a white powder,practically insoluble in water. Product release forms: "Adapalen-gel" for external use 0.1% in a tube of 15 g and 30 g, as well as a solution and cream.
Contraindications to the use of the remedy
Currently, almost all drugs for the treatment of acne and acne are not only effective, but also quite safe for he alth. Adapalen also belongs to the category of such funds. Reviews after applying the gel warn us that there are still some groups of patients who are undesirable to prescribe the cream in question, that is, there are some contraindications for use. These include:
- Pronounced dryness and sensitivity of the skin of the face. The action of the drug is based on the dissolution of sebum and its removal from the pores. The skin becomes even drier as a result of the use of this product.
- Eczema condition. When exposed to "Adapalene" on the epidermis, it covers it with the thinnest film. With all types of eczema (wet or dry), the presence of such a film delays the healing process of the skin.
- Age. It is undesirable to use the drug for children, since at this age the formation of the skin is underway. Only in adolescence (from the age of 13) is it recommended to use "Adapalen" for acne. Reviews suggest that applying this remedy at an early age can affect the condition of the baby's emerging skin.
- Dry seborrhea. With this disease, the substance cannot be applied. The skin will become even drier, and the problem will get worse.
- Pregnancy and lactation. A small amount of the drug when applied to the skin is absorbed into the blood. During pregnancy, this can lead to some disturbances in the development of the fetus. During lactation, "Adapalen-gel" enters the child's body along with mother's milk.
Application Features
If you are going to use this drug, it would be useful to get acquainted with some of the nuances that can worsen the general condition of the body or negate the effect of using the Adapalene gel.
Instructions for use warns us to avoid the following when using:
- Before use, do not clean the skin with a scrub or peeling. The cream has a pronounced effect, and this can cause severe itching, redness and irritation.
- In no case should you wash your face or take a shower after applying the gel, otherwise the effect will be reduced to zero.
- Be careful when using Adapalene gel. Instructions for use, reviews of the fair sex remind that in no case should you use decorative cosmetics immediately after applying the product. You need to wait some time. The healing gel may react chemically with the ingredients in cosmetics.
- During application, you should forget about the use of such familiar face lotions containing alcohol or acid - when used together, skin irritation is inevitable.
- Also duringgetting rid of acne with the drug "Adapalen" you need to forget about visiting beaches and solariums. The substances that make up the product make the skin very susceptible to ultraviolet radiation.
- Before using the gel, it is enough to rinse your face with warm water for 20 minutes without using soap or other means. They are an additional source of irritation
- Special attention should be paid to those who use antibiotics together. For example, you can not use Erythromycin and Adapalen-gel together. Reviews of doctors and cosmetologists unanimously warn that it is advisable to apply drugs separately at different times of the day, since the mechanism of drug interaction with each other has not been fully studied.
- When deciding to use the gel, you need to follow the precautions indicated in the memo, and do not forget that this substance reacts with alkalis and alcohol.
How to apply?
The drug is quite easy to use. To achieve the best result, you should follow very simple rules. The ideal time is the evening to use Adapalene gel. The instruction that is in the package recommends removing the rest of the cosmetics with neutral cosmetic milk or cream, washing with slightly warm water and blotting your face with a towel. Do not use soap or foam.
- When make-up is removed, apply a small amount to your finger and spread it in dots.
- Spread the gel evenly over the acne area andacne, do not rub and leave until completely absorbed.
- Apply to skin approximately one hour before bedtime.
- Other anti-acne medications should be used in the morning in this case.
- If the agent in question gets on the mucous membranes of the mouth, nose or eyes, rinse them thoroughly with running water. This must be done without delay.
- In normal practice, a dermatologist at the beginning of treatment prescribes the use of medication 2-3 times a week. After a couple of weeks, you can switch to daily use.
- At the end of the course of treatment, it is also necessary to gradually reduce the frequency of use of the remedy, gradually reducing it to nothing.
The effect of using the gel is noticeable after a month of regular application. A stable result appears on the third month. Many experts and people who have treated rashes say that the epidermis is evened out, the manifestations of inflammatory processes disappear. But after the abolition of the remedy, acne appears again. This means that the course of treatment will need to be repeated and possibly more than once.
Side effects
When used correctly, side effects and discomfort are very rare. Usually, allergic reactions or burning sensation appear if the agent is used more than 2 times a day or the skin is additionally wiped with alcohol-containing lotions. As noted above, this is not recommended. When choosing products, it should be remembered that with a greasy type of epidermis, a gel texture should be preferred, and with a dryskin, you can buy cream "Adapalene".
The instructions that come with the package describe possible side effects:
- Burning, itching, redness and discomfort. If the drug is prescribed correctly and corresponds to the type of skin, then such manifestations occur extremely rarely. This is usually the result of using soap.
- Soreness and swelling of the skin. They may occur at the very beginning of using the Adapalen remedy. Reviews of people applying a gel or cream explain this phenomenon by the interaction of the product with particles of sebum and its removal through the pores.
- Swelling of the eyelids, itching and inflammation of the eyes. Such a nuisance can happen when applying the drug to the eyelid area. Do not under any circumstances allow this. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately.
- Sunburn. For the duration of treatment with the drug, it is better to forget about sunbathing and visiting solariums.
- The appearance of age spots. Patients with freckles or age spots should carefully apply Adapalene to these areas of the face. The use of the product can increase the number of age spots and even change the complexion, since the gel tends to accumulate melanin.
- Rash formation. May occur when applying too thick a layer of cream. In order to avoid this, you should apply the cream in a very thin layer so that the epidermis can completely absorb it.
There are a number of effective drugs based on retinoic acid used in the treatment of acne and acne.
Remedy"Differin"
The preparation contains 0.1% of the substance adapalene. Available in the form of a cream or gel. The consistency of the product is quite viscous. With oily skin, you can find a gel on the shelves of pharmacies, for dry skin - Differin Adapalen cream. Reviews of people about this drug indicate that the consistency allows you to save money when applied. In addition, it does not have a medicinal, but a very pleasant aroma. "Differin" refers to fourth-generation retinoids. This is a novelty in pharmacology.
Synthesis of the active substance is still expensive, so the price for a thirty-gram tube is about $15. At the moment, the drug is produced in Moscow by the pharmacological company Galderma. Means "Differin" does not contain substances with antimicrobial activity. Therefore, it is better to use it in conjunction with other antimicrobials for acne. As mentioned above, it is advisable to use the cream in question at bedtime, and the other preparation in the morning.
Means "Adaklin"
The drug is available both in the form of a cream and a gel. The concentration of the active substance is 1 mg/g. The gel is quickly absorbed and does not leave a greasy film on the skin. The tool can be freely bought at the pharmacy. The medicine is produced in tubes weighing 30 g by an Indian pharmacological company. The price of a tube is about $12. After regular use of the product, patients note not only the disappearance of acne, but also other positive results: the general condition of the skin improves, it evens outcolor, peeling and redness disappear, scars and wounds heal.
Dermatologists advise against sunbathing during the treatment period. At first, the patient may feel slight redness, itching and burning on the face, and in some cases, an increase in the number of acne is possible. But do not interrupt the treatment - after a while these annoying manifestations will disappear. The product is applied to clean skin an hour before bedtime. Treatment begins with small doses, gradually increasing the intensity. The duration of use of the product depends on the extent of acne.
Means "Klenzit C"
The drug is available in the form of a gel and contains 0.1% of the active substance adapalene. This is a combination medicine. The composition also contains the substance clindamycin, which reduces the presence of pathogenic organisms. The gel quickly gets rid of acne, while there is no need to use other antibiotic-based drugs at the same time. Due to the viscous consistency, the gel is very quickly absorbed without spreading. It does not leave a film on the skin after application.
The cost of a 15g tube is about $20. Dermatologists often praise the drug "Klenzit Adapalen". Reviews of those who have already used this gel indicate that the product has an effect on both open and closed comedones. Thanks to this, a good and lasting result is achieved. The high cost of the drug is also due to the fact that it is produced in India. However, by choosing the drug in question, you can save onthat there is no need to purchase additional medicines.
Means "Adalen"
This medicine is produced by the Russian pharmaceutical company Sintez in the form of a gel in aluminum tubes weighing 5, 10, 15 and 30 grams. The approximate cost of a 15g pack is about $5. Since the drug is available only in the form of a gel, it is intended for the treatment of oily epidermis. At the first stage of treatment, small short-term skin irritations may appear.
In this case, treatment is suspended until the side effects disappear completely, and then, with caution, resumed. It is necessary to exclude alcohol-containing cosmetics. Since the drug does not contain antibiotics, it can be used in combination with other antimicrobial agents.
Medicine storage rules
All the above preparations based on adapalene should be stored away from sunlight at a temperature not exceeding 25 degrees in places inaccessible to children. The shelf life of each of them is 24 months. The manufacturer warns that the products are medicinal products. Using them after the expiration date is strictly prohibited.
