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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask versus Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment .

Last updated on December 27, 2023. Published on January 04, 2024

Overview

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, silicones or sulfates

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Wash Off Mask American Brand United States
Serum American Brand United States

Wash Off Mask

Wash off masks are used to treat skin concerns: large pores, dryness, dullness, acne, and much more. They are applied preferably after cleansing (depending on the product’s instructions) and usually have to be removed within a specific time period.

Serum

Serums are highly concentrated with ingredients to provide skin with benefits. They should be used after cleansing and before moisturizing.

Price

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Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Vitamin E
Exfoliators

Benefits

Hydrating
Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation (3)
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots (2)
Scar Healing (2)
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (3)

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Acne Trigger
Irritating
Eczema

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid

Benefits

Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea
Eczema (2)
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Ingredients Explained

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1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Loved

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.

So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.

You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. Talk about multi-purpose! If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask contains this as ingredient number 1.

Differin Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment contains this as ingredient number 7.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

48% are loved or liked
11% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
7% have no rating yet
25% are loved or liked
13% have mixed ratings
50% are disliked or very disliked
13% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

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Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare DRx Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask 27 ingredients

DRx Blemish Solutions Clarifying Mask hasn't been rated yet.
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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_

4 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.

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