For those that need the short answer. It seems to be generally recommended to use Benzoyl Peroxide in the morning and Differin Adapalene gel at night. But Benzoyl Peroxide and Differin Adapalene gel can be used together. Differin Adapalene gel is a form of topical vitamin A that actually remains stable in the presence of Benzoyl Peroxide. It is literally what prescription medication Epiduo(a combination of Benzoyl Peroxide and Adapalene) is. You can find a few studies on the subject in the National Library of Medicine. However, combining both products together could cause skin irritation and dryness for individuals that have more sensitive skin. Also some additional studies show that the lower percent Benzoyl Peroxide products work with pretty much the same efficiency as the products with higher percent for acne. So if you want to use Benzoyl Peroxide and Differin Adapalene gel together at night it may be beneficial to go for a Benzoyl Peroxide Cleanser with lower percent because it can be less irritating and just as effective for treating acne as higher percents. But as always you need to try these things out for yourself, monitor progress over the course of 4 to 6 weeks, and adjust as needed to see what works best for you and your skin. If you require a more personal assessment then it would probably be best to see a Dermatologist.

@chichidoo

Ай бұрын

saved me time. thank you!!

@ashleyterrazas325

3 күн бұрын

I love people like you that comment what I want I want to know from the video. I personally get annoyed by Dr Dray but I tend to watch a lot of her videos because they are informative with certain issues I have

I ALWAYS share your videos to my friends, they all think I’m a skincare database when truth be told I learn almost everything from your videos!

This is the fourth time I had a skin care question and magically the next day you release a video answering it!! I watch your daily video every morning with my coffee, thank you so much for your dedication and hard work 🌈 congrats on 1 mil!

She is the best skin educator!

I have been binge watching your videos lately, and I have so much respect for your skill, intellect and integrity. I also love your personality and sense of humour. Furthermore, I am thoroughly impressed by your work ethic, and the number of informational videos you provide for your viewers, and I feel so privileged to have access to all of this information for free. Thank you.

@katelyn7458

3 жыл бұрын

Same!! I learned so much and started a whole skincare routine because of her! I can’t stop watching lol!

@felimonvargas2090

2 жыл бұрын

I agree

Thoroughly explained with medically backed evidence, will be starting my journey based on you recommended tips for the next 3 months. Ty

I have been watching a lot of your videos lately. Differin, and benzoyl peroxide have totally transformed my skin!!! I’ve only been using it for 3 days and I’ve seen a drastic change. Thank you so much!!!!!!!!! I’ve been so down on myself lately about my skin, and you have helped my self esteem so much!!! 🥰🥰🥰

This is such a game changer. I was on the combination prescription for a while and it dried me out so badly that I wouldn't use it everyday, not to mention the cost, and so thusly still had pretty moderate to bad hormonal acne. Using the face wash as a mask is amazing, and now a month later my skin has stopped purging and looks so much better than it did. None of my dermatologists ever provided any of this information to me, so I am so thankful you did!

thank you so much, your job is incredible and you're helping so many people regain their confidence and control over their life 💕 i don't think people realise how much of an influence skin has on people's lives and we need to give more credit where its due

I just need to search the keywords and your channel has covered it all! TYSM.

I worked in a beauty store part time and everytime someone asked me about acne issues or lines....I show them what you recommend and show them your youtube channel. thank you again Dr. Dray!

Omg! Thanks for responding, Dr Dray!! I appreciate it sooo much

I’m 44 and I just started a skin routine Dr. Dray recommended. In two weeks, people around me has noticed considerable improvement. Thanks Dr. Dray! I watch you every day. You’re awesome!

@ayamoneim4532

2 жыл бұрын

What is the routine please

Please!!!! An updated face shaving routine while on retinoid/acids. Do’s and don’ts. Xoxo

I’ve been waiting for this video for years thank you

The number of shirts i’ve bleached because of benzoyl peroxide... rip to them 🪦

@DrDrayzday

3 жыл бұрын

me too

@nicolasparraruiz790

3 жыл бұрын

I use epiduo, it hast bleached just a tshirt and a towel no more

@ashlynratliff254

3 жыл бұрын

i would be the type of person that has a select 7 shirts (one for each day) to wear so i don’t bleach anymore than those 7 while using benzoyl peroxide😂

@vetsai8199

3 жыл бұрын

The sheer number of perfectly nice towels I’ve bleached🤦‍♀️

@fujikokun

3 жыл бұрын

Weird I use benzoyl peroxide and I’ve never bleached any clothes. Only towels...

Love you Dr. Dray! Thank you for free advice :)

After a few years of using Epiduo, insurance was no longer going to cover it, so I needed to figure out an alternative. That’s when, a year ago now, I actually started doing exactly what you described here-Neutrogena Stubborn Acne AM treatment, which is 2.5% benzoyl peroxide, and adapaline gel. It has worked very well for me!

As always straight to the point !!

Thank you for this, my doctor prescribed these two together because my acne started to get worse and i wasnt sure on exactly how to use them together

I have used retin a micro, tazorac and now adapalene 0.3 and I will never stop. I use 10 percent BP no problem and save over epiduo. This has kept me clear post accutane for years. This and religious sunscreen since teens years I believe has kept me looking 15 to 20 years younger than my actual age.

I just started using adapolene ... as in first application was about 20 minutes ago. Perfect timing!

Omg!!!! This is the information that I have been asking myself for months! I used to have epiduo and used it as a spot treatment. I got Differin and Benzoyl Peroxide separately this time and i have been doing as you’ve said. Thanks for the confirmation. I have 0.5 Retinol as well. Am I still able to integrate this at some point in my routine? Weekly?

I'm loving that blue on you. Yay for color! 💙

Good info, being responsible and cautios is always good.

Thank you Dr. Dray, this is very helpful.

Really great video! I am really happy to hear about the neutrogena 2.5% BP gel. Nice to have a low dose option--I would never leave on a high percentage BP all over my face, but definitely would for the low dose. And yes the bleaching stinks, but it 100% beats having severe cystic acne and the scarring that comes with it. Adapalene + benzoyl peroxide completely prevents my cystic acne. I still get some acne but it's very minimal and not a big deal. Nice to hear this is safe long-term!

@serinfatima698

2 жыл бұрын

What do you do for the scaring ? Can you please share

Thank you! Could you advise us on a routine on how to incorporate these two with sa for extreme teenage acne?

I was just searching videos about incorporating benzoyl peroxide spot treatment (benzac) & differin gel on skin care routine the other day. Luckily I am Dr. Dray's subscriber so I saw her new video. Thanks 😊

Thank you very much for this, Dr Dray. My dermatologist prescribed adapalene 0.1 and benzoyl peroxide 5%. Watching your videos helped me better understand the proper application (esp on the differin gel!). Thank you!!

@himanshumahajan2164

Ай бұрын

Hello . My dermatologist prescribed the same combination, which I started a week ago and am waiting for the results. Could you please tell me how your experience with this combination was? How you are using it, what changes you have noticed, and whether it reduces your marks and scars.I would be grateful if you could share it completely.

Just the video I was looking for! Thank you thank you for the helpful information!

Here " well hey guys" intro always brightens up my mood lol

Many thanks for the informative and useful videos Dr Dray! 🧡🌹

i needed this video!! i was using only differen gel and then i got my old cystic acne back and was so discouraged. i bought benzoyl peroxide to help but wasn’t sure how to use it with my differen gel. thank you so much for your knowledgeable advice!

I've been waiting for this video thank you dr dray

Super helpful Dr.Dray!!! Thank you!

Thank youuuuuuu I've been wondering about this since everrrr

Dr Dray, I honestly cannot thank you enough for the amazing info you give us in every single video, this combo works WONDERS. It helped me a lot with my SUPER PAINFUL cystic acne. I started using this when cysts started forming in my face... after taking accutane for more than a year (my acne was so bad). I was so worried the treatment was for nothing but thank god the cysts are disappearing😍😍✨I am so happy

@user-nx6kl2gi3x

9 ай бұрын

Can you pls tell how do u use them both?

Thank you so much. I feel like this is about to change my life tbh. I have had some results with each reduction but neither alone has been enough. I do need a very hydrating moisturizer though because my skin gets dry.

@trentlee6823

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, how is things going? Did your skin completely clear up?

Extremely useful video, thanks doc! :)

Thanks for this video. I planned to start my 13 year old on this.

thank you so much for this upload!!! I am literally just looking into tryin this and then you upload! What are the chances! :)

thank you drdray this video so helpful ❤️❤️

Been using differin for 4 weeks and my skin is tolerating it well so it’s good to know I can start using some BP as well :)

@GabijaS18

7 ай бұрын

Did you get a purge?

started using panoxyl because of you. i had issues but i guess im on the skin purging face. its looking a bit better tbh! now im going to try this panoxyl + adapalene gel combo

Greetings Dr. Dray hope u r well n 🖐Hello Every1 n Happy Wednesday😀n what a Wonderful Vid.... thanks n this is Truly Helpful in Knowing how to Use these 2 Ingredients Together.... Greatly Appreciated👍n Continued Blessings to All💜....

Thanks Dr Dray and hope all you derm fans here are doing ok 🥰🥰🥰🇬🇧

Thank you for saving us money! My face is at my best!

love your videos. Best tips for acne and skincare

Thank you Dr.Dray! This video was super helpful and answered all my questions. You’re honestly amazing!

You're godsend Dr dray! 💜

You are a saviour. Thanks Dr. Dray❤❤❤

You’re so awesome!! Thank you so much for all of your help!!! 😄😃

Thank you. The Differin one is wonderful. And even that is drying 😄

In every video talking about Differin and BP, you mention using them together at the same time (the Epiduo Dup). But can you use Differin in the morning and BP at night, instead? Thanks for all the great content!

ily dr. Dray u are the best, i learned a lot from u about skin care. Thank you! ❤️ from philippines

This was SO helpful! I actually tried using Differin gel a a couple years ago and totally used it wrong and major irritation occurred so I stopped the product. I just recently went to see an actual dermatologist and was prescribed Duac, Adapalene, and doxycyline. I've been using these products along with Cerave with my AM and PM moisturizer for almost 90 days and have seen improvement! I cant wait to go back and mention this product and see what my dermatologist suggests! She might prescribe me something else but maybe now I can use it the right way LOL. Loved the video and info!

Just bought adapalene gel and was wondering is it possible to incorporate it into my skincare routine while being heavily relying on benzoyl peroxide to keep my acnes in control. Thank you so much Dr.Dray for providing such informational videos! ❤️

This combination works excellently however benzoyl peroxide has bleached countless shirts, sheets and pillowcases. I will not use it topical anymore but I will try it as wash like you’ve mentioned. Thanks!

U look so good today! Is it because of the natural light or what? The wavy hair looks so pretty!

Can you show us your night time skin care routine? Would love to see what you use

I love your videos and thankfully I found this one. This is a great tip because my son is on Epiduo, but it's over $200 for a 45g bottle. It's a relief to know that we can mix the two on our own, which is a MUCH less expensive option and to know that we don't always have to incorporate BP to the adapalene (Differin). Thank you for this helpful video!

This is what I did before seeing a derm and getting tretinoin (and later Accutane). It calmed the forest fire but it's SUPER drying.

Love this combo, been doing it for a year! I had pretty bad cystic acne on my chin which spread to my cheeks and it has drastically improved my skin. Super drying for the first few months but now I use this combo and my skin does not peel at all! I apply it after moisturizing to help with dryness. I use the acne free adapalene gel and clean & clear 10% benzoyl peroxide gel.

@joven9165

2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Did you apply differin after washing your face with benzoyl peroxide?

@LifestyleJessica

2 жыл бұрын

@@joven9165 no, I wash with the gentle skin cleanser from cetaphil, then apply a simple moisturizer, then apply a small pea size amount of Adapalene gel to my face, and then the BP on my acne spots, and only apply the acne creams at night. I also exfoliate my face with the acure face scrub

@joven9165

2 жыл бұрын

@@LifestyleJessica thanks for the response! I misunderstood. I thought you were using a BP that’s in a facial wash form. Appreciate it. Experiencing breakouts like once a year. :( whew I regret stopping Epiduo. Now Im back from scratch. This time, adapalene and BP in separate gels.

@LifestyleJessica

2 жыл бұрын

@@joven9165 no problem! And I’ve recently been using a BP face wash from the brand Acne Free recently, but in the morning so that I can get a little extra treatment in the morning.

@rifaahussain8543

10 ай бұрын

​@@LifestyleJessica After moisturiser followed by adapalene gel and benzoyl peroxide gel should i apply a second layer of moisturiser???

I used to dilute a whole tube of 2.5% benzoyl peroxide gel with water to make it milder and it was very effective :)

Hello Dr. Dray! Thank you so much for this video! I've been on Epiduo forte for 2 years now and I've had some break outs due to maskne and trying out high percentage niacinamide ooof! I'm interested in using azaleic acid for hyperpigmentation from those breakouts. Would you recommend using azaleic acid along with Epiduo forte? Like can I use them one after the other? Or better if applied separately in AM/PM?

Hi Dr Dray can you tell us any tips for bearing to wear compressive socks with eczema skin? It’s so itchy. I’m loving all your videos, you are such an inspiration! Going to try the chlorhexidine tip for armpits. I do think the blue color looks lovely on you! Have a nice wednesday! ✨

can you please review the new line “malezia”? it is specifically geared towards malassezia folliculitis and i am so excited to try it. it uses micronized benzoyl peroxide, which avoids that irritation.

Doc I been using the differing with Hydroquinone bc I heard you in one of your videos about the bleach use by dermatologist with retinoid and hydroquinone. Since in my night Routing I been applying Differing Adapalene on whole face and upper back and Differin hydroquinone spot treatment fon just in hyper-pigmented area at same time followed by fragrance free moisturizer and oh boy my spots are disappearing 😃 thank you you’re amaziiiinnnggg!! 😘

Can you do a video on Olly skin vitamin gummies; specifically: Skin bright, flawless complexion, glowing skin, and undeniable beauty?

I use the 2.5% benzoyl peroxide leave on from target and then I use Differin on top. I use to use epiduo but it was costing me 70$. Also I’ve always applied my differin in the way you taught me years ago (on top of moisturizer with healing ointment around eyes nose and mouth) thanks for all the help and advice you provide!

@bonniemedina6193

3 жыл бұрын

What moisturizer should my daughter use. She said CeraVe pm burned her face

@dnlhrdz

3 жыл бұрын

@@bonniemedina6193 try regular cerave lotion

@torilong8782

3 жыл бұрын

@@bonniemedina6193 try the la roche posay lipikar balm ap+!! Cerave moisturizers burn my face too, I much prefer lpr for moisturizer!!

@aliciakavily257

2 жыл бұрын

@@bonniemedina6193 my dermatologist recommended Avene Cleanance Hydra soothing cream when he put me on epiduo. It's working quite well. Very hydrating and zero irritation.

@ikramtoumi4114

2 жыл бұрын

@@bonniemedina6193If she just started using Benzoyl Peroxide, any moisturizer is going to burn for a while. Because the skin is going to be irritated until it gets used to BP and then it won't burn anymore. Of course, there maybe something in CeraVe that's not working for her, but if she just started using BP, it's most likely because of it.

Dr dray - can you do a video on which products have long term effects for aging (Retin A and it’s progeny) and which impart short term effects (only work while you are using it). Thnx!

Thank you for all your contents ❤️ Dr Dray, can we use adapalene and sulfur together?

I have been using differin gel for the past 4 weeks , and the acne wouldn't stop , on my shin , and a bit on the cheek area , 22year old male , moderate acne

I once used a benzoyl peroxide wash too close to my eyes.. not fun at all... My poor skin was completely irritated. :( But used correctly it is fantastic, it has saved my back acne and helps a lot with my maskne. Happy Wednesday and Happy St Patrick's day !

Thank you. Your advice has saved my skin in so many ways.

Love all your video ...can you also make a skincare recommendation "what not to do for skin of color to prevent skin breakout etc" please...love from Bali😍

Differin has helped my skin so much but I still get a few cysts or tiny pimples here and there, I’m totally gonna re-introduce benzoyl peroxide into my night routine!

great topic happy Wednesday!

@DrDrayzday

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!

You are the best, thx. Froggy I use those 2.

Thus information was right on point. I now know I'm supposed to wash and moisturize first. I wasn't moisturizing the spots I applied the gel

Yeah thanks neither of them worked well enough by themselves. It's only about a couple weeks into combining them, but this is the best my face has ever been probably, even though I'm probably not done with the Adapalene purge phase since I have only been using that a few months. Alongside the BP and the Adapalene, I suggest CeRave moisturizer and something that is personally necessary for me is a scrub cloth to use with the moisturizer in order to help with the peeling from the Adapelene.

FYI, I have been using Oxywash AS a spot treatment for many years. Very economical and dual purpose!

I've been using differin gel for more than 3 years. But I still get acne and every time I use benzoyl peroxide partially. However, this also did not have much effect, and repeated use of benzoyl peroxide in certain areas caused irritation. So I thought of benzoyl peroxide cleanser and found this video. Thank you so much for explaining exactly what I thought.

@paolandre

Жыл бұрын

Did it work better with the cleanser for you?

Thank you for this information! May I ask if we can combine salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide for body acne?

Happy Wednesday Dr Dray and peeps ❤️ ☕☀️🥳☕🥳☀️

@DrDrayzday

3 жыл бұрын

Morning!

hi dr dray! i'm not sure if you've made this video before, but could you talk about how to treat dark corners of the lips? I think i have sebacious filaments around my mouth, and the area is dark! i've tried using retinol around those areas (w/o any irriration) and glycolic acid (both using on different days) and i haven't seen results. what do you recommend? love to hear your thoughts!

Thank you so much for talking about the benzoyl peroxide. I was using the Differin gel with it randomly because my acne is so fierce. This has helped me so much. I also have a peelling nose and had an allergic reaction to prescribed doxycycline and was so upset because it worked at first. Is there something I could use over the counter for peeling nose? Thank you so much again.

Yes! This is what I'm looking for🎉🎉

@DrDrayzday

3 жыл бұрын

Happy wednesday!

Hi Dr. Dray! Can I use this combo during the summer months? SPF of course thank you

I was just prescribed tretinoin and a clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide gel and I am SO excited to see the results!

@MeghanF93

3 жыл бұрын

How did your doctor tell you to use them? I also use clindamycin with benzoyl peroxide gel and am considering adding an OTC retinol to my routine!

@jeremiahanderson6056

3 жыл бұрын

Back when I was using that combo that’s when my skin was the clearest. Good luck!

I’ve been using Differin and Neutrogena 2.5% BP cream for about 3 months and it actually works. At the moment I have some red spots and can’t distinguish if it’s irritation or acne. Could this be from me using BP cream both morning and night? -I’m a big fan love your educational content ❤️

I use SA face wash. Then I apply cetaphil & colloidal oatmeal lotion followed by differin- then couple days a week I layer BP over the differin. There’s a lot of peeling when I use both so I limited the days I use BP

Thank you for this informative video

WOW! I just bought ADAPALENE yesterday! HOW DID YOU KNOW! Perfect timing! I am also going to try using it with benzoyl peroxide later on in my journey! THANK YOU!!!!!!!!!!

@moni6087

3 жыл бұрын

good luck 🤍 i’m going to start my journey too!

@petchakartz1625

3 жыл бұрын

Me too!

Whoa, literally just got a prescription for this two days ago! What excellent timing! Now I’m a little disappointed that I was prescribed the duo of adapalene-benzoyl peroxide... I have extremely oily skin so I hope it won’t be too drying long term but I wish I would’ve asked for just differin

@AlianaR

3 жыл бұрын

Differin is over the counter, you don’t need a prescription for it :)

@fujikokun

3 жыл бұрын

You can buy both at the drugstore, you don’t need a prescription

@nadab4750

3 жыл бұрын

If you have already filled your prescription for Epiduo, perhaps just apply it to the t-zone of your face (and body if you have acne there); and then (if you can buy it over the counter in your country), use the adapalene (only) for the rest of your face & neck (where you really don't want your skin to be dried out).

@veggiestan9500

3 жыл бұрын

Start really slow if you don’t want dry skin. I started with applying it every third day for a couple weeks then I did every other day. My skin is more on the dry side naturally so it’s hard for me to do it every day but I still do some times, just not for longer then 3 days since I have eczema and my face will get mad if i do that for too long. It’s still effective when applied every third or every other day, it’ll just take a little longer to see result but you’ll have less of the bad side effects like peeling and dry skin

Epiduo changed my life. I struggled with almost cystic hormonal acne which killed my confidence and vibe. I was prescribed Epiduo by my dermatologist and it really cleared my skin (over several months). Only thing I wish I didn't do was apply too much too often, I definitely burned my skin a couple of times. Otherwise, fantastic ingredients for those that struggle with acne.

@marsara7704

3 жыл бұрын

I recently got prescribed epiduo from my dermatologist and it was burning my face really badly. He didn’t really tell me how to use it except what the leaflet recommended (which I followed and it still burned). How often did you apply it and did you used any other moisturisers with it?

@Ruffles729

2 жыл бұрын

Hey are you still using Epiduo?

I used to use some retin a cream on my acne scarring, but due to continuous flaking, this was not optimal. Once I switched to Differin i could start using it every day. I noticed quite an improvement perhaps a month after starting Differin. I would recommend it to try for anyone fighting old acne scarring, for me.. its mind-blowing. I have heard that there have been tests done with very positive outcomes using Differin cream containing 0.3% adapalene that also contains benzoyl peroxide. However such cream seems very difficult to get hold of at least here in Europe. Anyway, will continue with normal differin, and some serums. Do some more micro-needling, For the first time , I feel like I will eventually get really nice skin.

@paolandre

Жыл бұрын

How is your skin going? I want to do the same. I just got some fixer sessions too after a treatment with antibiotics and I liked them, but I am still struggling with some acne and lots of scars. Let's see how it goes. I just started with the differin every day. Thanks ☺️

After many years of trial and error, I use BP wash one day with Tretionoin .1% the next day (alternatively). Otherwise my skin gets irritated because of the strong Tretinoin. Didn’t know epidou was a combination of both, probably with lower concentration of actives , might try that next. I imagine differin doesn’t have the anti aging properties that tretinion does?

Hi Dr Dray, I recently watch your tinted spf. I also recently purchased the avene 50+ which you mentioned too. I noticed that one of the ingridient contains ptfe which patented by Teflon. There is a growing research this properties contains carcinogenic. Can you please advise is this safe to continue to be used? And why company would use ptfe in cosmetic and skincare?