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Galderma Epiduo

About this product

Galderma Epiduo is a prescription topical combining adapalene (a retinoid) and benzoyl peroxide for treating acne.

Best for

Acne-prone skin

The Guru Index verdict

76%

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What the gurus are saying

Gurus praise this adapalene and benzoyl peroxide combination for controlling acne while helping prevent scarring by promoting better skin healing, plus it's anti-inflammatory. Dryness is the trade-off; pair it with a solid moisturizer. Because both actives are combined in one product, application is simpler than layering two separate treatments.
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"Epiduo is adapylene and benzoyl peroxide, a retinoid and benzoyl peroxide. Not only do they not actively cause scarring, but they will prevent and decrease the likelihood of acne scarring both by controlling the acne and then the adapylene helps with dermal remodeling to help with ultimate healing to diminish the likelihood of scarring. Plus, it's anti-inflammatory."
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"Epiduo is adapylene and benzoyl peroxide, a retinoid and benzoyl peroxide. Not only do they not actively cause scarring, but they will prevent and decrease the likelihood of acne scarring both by controlling the acne and then the adapylene helps with dermal remodeling to help with ultimate healing to diminish the likelihood of scarring. Plus, it's anti-inflammatory."
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"There's even a prescription topical that includes both ingredients combined together in one topical making it easier to use. You may be aware of this, it's called Epiduo."
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"Epiduo is great for acne it can be drying absolutely. You just need a good moisturizer."
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