Differin Review
Differin is a gel manufactured by the labs of Galdema in Texus. It helps to fight the vulgaris of acne. It is made of ingredients like carboner, adapelene, poloxermer and other chemicals. Its main ingredient includes hydrochloric acid which helps to strike a balance between the alkalinity and acidity of the skin. It reduces the intensity of pimples caused by acne and provides healing to the skin.
The product comes with a set of instructions to guide the user on its use. The most striking instructions are that the user should not use a medicated soap before application of this product. This product should also be used under maximum supervision of a medical personnel. This is because the product does not interact very well with other medications that the user may be using.
Feelings of heat or mild stinging are foretold to the user so they know what to expect in the use of this product. The user is also advised to avoid sunlight as much as possible. Apparently, the UV rays of the sun may be harmful to the user. The product should be used regularly and application should ideally be done at the same time each evening. The quantity of Differin used in each application should be kept constant.
Even with its promise of wonders, the product has side effects. Some are minor while others are scary. Like most acne treating products, there is drying of the skin. Here however, the users are advised to use moisturizers to combat this drying. Scaling in the skin is also experienced. The severe side effects include flaring of the acne, discoloring of the skin, eye problems like conjunctivitis and other skin conditions.
In pregnant women, it is believed the product can bring about defects on the unborn, though no tests have been conducted to prove this theory. Expectant mothers are therefore advised to steer clear from the product. The same case applies to mothers who are breastfeeding as most chemicals find their way to the mother’s milk and may cause untold harm to the baby.
Of greater concern is the advice to stay away from sunlight. Asking a person to avoid the sun at all times is almost unrealistic. Differin can be purchased in chemists and pharmacies at prices that are friendly. It is a product that will help you beat acne to its own game and rid you of it totally.