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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of Galderma Epiduo versus Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% .

Last updated on January 23, 2024. Published on July 13, 2022

Overview

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

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Prescription Swiss Brand Switzerland
Facial Treatment American Brand United States

Prescription

Prescription skincare treatments. The ingredients in these product are prescription strength and considered medication. In many countries, these must be prescribed by a certified professional.

Facial Treatment

Facial treatments are specially designed to treat a skin concern. Acne treatments and anti-aging products are common examples of facial treatments.

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Ingredient Info

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Galderma Epiduo 12 ingredients

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% 6 ingredients

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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Galderma Epiduo 12 ingredients

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% 6 ingredients

Notable Ingredients

Retinoid
Benzoyl Peroxide

Benefits

Hydrating
Anti-Aging
Acne Fighting (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Drying
May Worsen Oily Skin
Irritating (2)
Rosacea (2)
Eczema (2)

Concerns

May Worsen Oily Skin
Eczema
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Ingredients Compared

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Ingredients Side-by-side

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Ingredients Explained

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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Emollient, Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

Isohexadecane is added to enhance texture, emulsify, and to help cleanse. It is an isoparrafin. It is a component of petrolatum.

Due to its large size, Isohexadecane is not absorbed by the skin. Instead, it sits on top and acts as an emollient. Emollients help keep your skin soft and smooth by trapping moisture within.

Isohexadecane is often used in products designed to help oily skin. It is lightweight and non-greasy while helping to moisturize. When mixed with silicones, it gives a product a silky feel.

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Galderma Epiduo contains this as ingredient number 7.

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% contains this as ingredient number 4.

2
What it does: Emulsifying
Community Rating: Very Disliked

Polysorbate 80 is a surfactant and emulsifier. It is used to keep ingredients together, and prevent oils and waters from separating.

It is made from polyethoxylated sorbitan and oleic acid. This ingredient can be found in cosmetics, foods, and medicine. It is water-soluble.

Polysorbate 80 may not be fungal acne safe.

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Galderma Epiduo contains this as ingredient number 9.

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% contains this as ingredient number 5.

3
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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Galderma Epiduo contains this as ingredient number 11.

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% contains this as ingredient number 6.

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

Galderma Epiduo 12 ingredients

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% 6 ingredients

25% are loved or liked
8% have mixed ratings
42% are disliked or very disliked
25% have no rating yet
17% are loved or liked
33% have mixed ratings
33% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

Usage

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When to use

Galderma Epiduo 12 ingredients

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% 6 ingredients

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Reviews

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Galderma Epiduo 12 ingredients

4.0 /5
from 2 ratings
M31_12121181's avatar

M31_12121181

11 months ago · Oily Skin
Review

Bye Acne
Very aggressive but very effective (Not as aggressive as the Clindoxyl). Benzoyl peroxide is no joke! I have used on my back acne and on...

Bye Acne
Very aggressive but very effective (Not as aggressive as the Clindoxyl). Benzoyl peroxide is no joke! I have used on my back acne and on the hormonal acne on my face, both worked perfectly. But never forget the moisturizer! Always follow the instructions written on the box and you will have no problems.

Aczone (dapsone) Gel, 7.5% 6 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 2 ratings
KatieSmith_986's avatar

KatieSmith_986

10 months ago · Sensitive Skin
Review

Game changer for hormonal acne.

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