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Updated on May 16, 2024

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe . They have a total of 0 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain retinoid

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for fighting acne and anti aging

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, fragrances, oils, silicones or sulfates

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Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment
Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment
Facial Treatment
American Brand United States
Jamjoom Pharma Acretin Cream 0.025%
Jamjoom Pharma Acretin Cream 0.025%
Prescription
Saudi Arabian Brand Saudi Arabia

Ingredient Info

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment
Adapalene
Retinoid  •  2 Benefits  •  2 Concerns

Adapalene is a type of retinoid and common acne treatment.

Carbomer Emulsion Stabilising, Gel Forming
1 / 0

Carbomer is a polymer of acrylic acid. Its main role is to create gel consistency within products.

1 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Disodium EDTA

Disodium EDTA plays a role in making products more stable by aiding other preservatives.

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Methylparaben Preservative
0 / 0
Preservative  •  Paraben  •  2 Concerns

Methylparaben is a preservative and is a paraben. It is used to prevent the growth of fungus, mold, and other harmful bacteria. Parabens are chemicals used as preservatives in both cosmetics and food.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Poloxamer 182 Emulsifying

We don't have a description for Poloxamer 182.

Unknown Full details ->
Propylene Glycol Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
0 / 0
May worsen Eczema

Propylene Glycol is an odorless, colorless liquid. As a humectant, it helps skin retain moisture. It also aids in delivering active ingredients.

0 Com. / 0 Irr.
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Water Skin Conditioning, Solvent

Water. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.

Sodium Hydroxide Buffering

Sodium Hydroxide is also known as lye or caustic soda. It is used to adjust the pH of products; many ingredients require a specific pH to be effective.

Acretin Cream 0.025%
Tretinoin
Retinoid  •  3 Benefits  •  2 Concerns

Tretinoin is the best retinoid due to its proven skin benefits. It only available with a prescription in many countries.

Ingredient Ratings

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Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment
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Acretin Cream 0.025%
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When to use

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9% use in am
91% use in pm
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10% use in am
90% use in pm
86% use every day

Reviews

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Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment 8 ingredients

4.8 /5
from 16 ratings
Absorbs Well (4) Works Well (3) Light (3) Irritating (2) No Scent (2) Great Value (1)
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BrittBrine

6 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

This has probably been the product that has made the most difference in my skin. It's clearing up breakouts and acne that I've had for the longest...

This has probably been the product that has made the most difference in my skin. It's clearing up breakouts and acne that I've had for the longest time. My skin looks and feels so much better and I've only been using it for about 2-3 months now.

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jojoswrld_

5 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

Works! Doesn’t irritate my skin when used on a dry surface. I hate how my skin looks when it sends all the clogged sebum to the surface of my skin,...

Works! Doesn’t irritate my skin when used on a dry surface. I hate how my skin looks when it sends all the clogged sebum to the surface of my skin, but it clears over time and leaves the skin incredibly firm and smooth. It’s the only not cruelty-free product I use just because it’s benefitted me so greatly and, in my opinion, is indisputably the best prescription-grade retinoid especially for sensitive skin.

Jamjoom Pharma Acretin Cream 0.025% 1 ingredient

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