To date, one of the most effective means, which has a sebostatic effect on the face and is used to treat acne, is the cream Differin. It is quite expensive, but for a therapeutic course it will be enough to use only one tube.
Useful properties of Differin
Differin can be purchased in the form of a cream or gel. Any of these drugs will perfectly cope with comedones and other inflammations on the skin, since they contain adapalene, a substance that suppresses the reproduction and growth of the bacterium Propionibacterium acnes, which is the main causative agent of acne .
In addition, the useful properties of Differin is that it:
- reduces sebum secretion;
- improves the release of keratinized cells;
- has anti-inflammatory effect;
- has a photosensitizing effect;
- equally effective effect on open and closed comedones;
- prevents the formation of micro-medones;
- It does not stimulate hyperplastic processes in the epidermis.
How to apply Differin?
Differin is an acne cream that can be used at any stage of the disease. But at the last stage of skin lesions concomitantly with it, you should use local or internal antibiotics (you need to make intervals between their applications). Results you will see in 4-8 weeks after the beginning of treatment, but a noticeable improvement will come only after 3 months of using Differin. This cream from black dots and acne can be used even for people with sensitive skin with acne. The drug is applied to the entire face, and only to inflamed skin. This tool can cope with even rashes on the back or shoulders.
According to the instructions, the gel or cream Differin should be used this way:
- Cleanse the face with foam, gel or other cosmetic means for washing, but not using those that dry the skin (soap, alcohol lotions).
- Wipe the face with a towel.
- After 10 minutes on the face, apply Differin (a gel or cream from acne is not rubbed into the skin).
- Remove excess cream with a napkin.
Apply Differin once a day before bedtime. So the therapeutic effect will be maximum. When applying, you should avoid getting the drug on the red border of the lips, eye area and nasal mucosa.
Differin - cream against black dots, which dries the skin. Therefore, if after its use the skin is tightened, which causes unpleasant sensations, or has begun to peel off, you can apply a moisturizer on your face.
Contraindications to the use of Differin cream
Cream for acne Differin categorically can not be used when:
- hypersensitivity to its components;
- pregnancy;
- breastfeeding.
With caution to use Differin should be treated if you have such a disease as dermatitis, eczema or seborrhea. In these cases, it is best to start acne treatment with it only after consulting a doctor. Do not apply gel or
In addition, when passing the therapeutic course, you should avoid ultraviolet irradiation and active exposure to the sun, as it may cause irritations on the skin. Also, during the application of the cream of Differin, it is not recommended to use various cosmetic products that have a drying or irritating effect. Therefore, when you are treating acne, it is best to refuse even the use of perfume.