Description

• Previously Available Only by Prescription
• FDA Approved
• Once Daily Topical Retinoid
• Oil Free 
• Fragrance Free
• Dermatologist Developed and Tested

First FDA-approved over-the-counter topical retinoid for acne treatment.

Use: For treatment of acne.

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Ingredients

Suggested Use

Adults and children 12 years of age and older:

• Use once daily
• Clean the skin gently and pat dry before applying the product
• Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer. For example, if your acne is on the face, apply the product to the entire face.
• Do not use more than one time a day. Applying more than directed will not provide faster or better results, but may worsen skin irritation.

Children under 12 years of age: ask a doctor.

Warnings

For external use only.

Do not use:

• on damaged skin (cuts, abrasions, eczema, sunburn).
• if you are allergic to adapalene or any of the ingredients in this product.

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a doctor before use.

When using this product:

• limit sun exposure, including light from tanning beds, and use sunscreen when going outdoors.
• do not wax to remove hair in areas where the product has been applied.
• during the early weeks of use, your acne may appear to worsen before it improves (this is normal); continue using as directed, unless you get irritation that becomes severe.
• irritation (redness, itching, dryness, burning) is more likely to occur:
  • in the first few weeks of use
  • if using more than one topical acne medication at a time
  • but irritation usually lessens with continued use of this product
• it may take up to 3 months of once daily use to see results
• avoid product contact with eyes, lips, and mouth. If contact occurs, immediately flush the area with water
• wash hands after use.

Stop use and ask doctor if:

• you become pregnant, or are planning to become pregnant, while using the product
• you have symptoms of an allergic reaction (such as itching, rash, hives, swelling of the lips, eyelids, and shortness of breath)
• irritation becomes severe
• you see no improvement after 3 months of once daily use

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Store at 20º to 25℃ (68º to 77ºF).

Protect from freezing.