Key ingredients
4.6/5
This adapalene gel is built more on oils and scent than a named active. The score is about that mix, not a percentage on the box.
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Adapalene Gel 0.1% 45g Pump
$19.19
Differin was the first adapalene gel sold without a prescription, and this 45g pump holds about three months of nightly use. The formula is water based, oil free, and fragrance free. In Differin's clinical study, breakouts dropped by up to 87% after 12 weeks.
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The Edyt Score
4.8 / 5.0
Targets
4.8/5
This adapalene gel is for original brand.
Formula standards
4.8/5
The adapalene gel is fragrance-free.
The verdict
This adapalene gel suits first-time adapalene users.
Compare against similar products
Side-by-side vs 6 near substitutes (La Roche-Posay, TARO, Glenmark Therapeutics, Neutrogena, PanOxyl, and AcneFree). Compare best for, key actives, texture, skin fit, Edyt score, and notes. Swipe sideways to compare.
| Pick | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | First-time adapalene users | Fans of the Effaclar line | Saving money without compromise | Trying adapalene for less | Shoppers loyal to Neutrogena | Pairing with a PanOxyl wash | A full-size tube at fair cost |
| Key actives | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Texture | Water-based gel | Gel | Gel | Gel | Gel | Gel | Gel |
| Skin fit | Acne-prone, sensitive | Acne-prone, oily | Acne-prone, sensitive | Acne-prone | Acne-prone, sensitive | Acne-prone, oily | Acne-prone |
| Edyt score Methodology: The Edyt Score reflects ingredient profiles, concentration, and formulation standards. It is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews. | 4.8 | 4.8 | 4.7 | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
| Notes | Original brand · 90-day pump | Effaclar line · 1.6 oz | Generic · Paraben free | Under $10 · Trial size | Travel tube · Oil free | 30-day size · Oil free | 1.6 oz · Fragrance free |
| $ / size | $19.19 | $39.99 | $13.54 | $8.49 | $17.21 | $10.95 | $22.27 |
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FAQ
Who is Adapalene Gel 0.1% 45g Pump best for?
Differin was the first adapalene gel sold without a prescription, and this 45g pump holds about three months of nightly use. The formula is water based, oil free, and fragrance free. In Differin's clinical study, breakouts dropped by up to 87% after 12 weeks.
How did Edyt Beauty score this adapalene gel?
Edyt Beauty rates Adapalene Gel 0.1% 45g Pump 4.8 out of 5 from the ingredient list, who it is for, and how the formula is built. That is separate from crowd-sourced user reviews.
How does it compare to similar products?
The compare table above stacks Adapalene Gel 0.1% 45g Pump against near substitutes for the same shopping job, including picks from La Roche-Posay, TARO, Glenmark Therapeutics, Neutrogena, PanOxyl, and AcneFree. For more from the same brand, see More from Differin below.
Where can I buy it?
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