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• small red bumps containing white or yellow pus
• Redness around the skin eruptions
• Crusting of skin bumps
• small red bumps
• Redness around the spots
• Scarring on the skin
• Whiteheads
• Blackheads

Differin Cream 0.1%

• If you are allergic to adapalene or any of the other ingredients of this medicine
• Do not use Differin Cream 0.1% on areas where you have cuts or scrapes or on sunburnt skin or if you have a skin condition called eczema
• Avoid contact with the eyes, mouth or other very sensitive areas of your body
• Avoid exposure to strong sunlight and artificial UV light
• If you experience sensitivity or irritation speak to your GP

Differin Adapalene

• Dry skin
• Irritation of the skin
• Burning sensation of the skin
• Redness of the skin
• Local skin reaction
• Skin discomfort
• Sunburn
• Itching of the skin
• Peeling skin
• Flare up of acne

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• Differin is only intended for use in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and over
• This medicine is for EXTERNAL USE ONLY
• Differin is applied at night before going to bed, unless your doctor has told you otherwise
• Thoroughly wash the areas to be treated with water
• Make sure the skin is clean and dry before using this medicine
• Put a thin film of the cream with your fingertips on to the affected areas and rub in gently
• Do not forget to wash your hands afterwards

Differin Face Cream

• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children
• Do not use Differin Face Cream after the expiry date
• Keep the medicine in its original container
• Do not store above 25°C
• Do not freeze
• Return any unused Differin Anti Acne Gel to your local pharmacy for safe disposal

Differin Anti Acne Gel

• 1% w/w of Adapalene

• Carbomer 934P, macrogol-20 methyl glucose sesquistearate, glycerol (E422), natural squalane, methyl parahydroxybenzoate (E218), propyl parahydroxybenzoate (E216), disodium edetate, methyl glucose sesquistearate, phenoxyethanol, cyclomethicone, sodium hydroxide and purified water.

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Acne

Acne is a common skin condition that affects most people at some point. It causes spots, oily skin and sometimes skin that’s hot or painful to touch.

Acne most commonly develops on the:

face – this affects almost everyone with acne
back – this affects more than half of people with acne
chest – this affects about 15% of people with acne
Picture of acne spots
Types of spots

There are six main types of spot caused by acne:

blackheads – small black or yellowish bumps that develop on the skin; they’re not filled with dirt, but are black because the inner lining of the hair follicle produces pigmentation (colouring)
whiteheads – have a similar appearance to blackheads, but may be firmer and won’t empty when squeezed
papules – small red bumps that may feel tender or sore
pustules – similar to papules, but have a white tip in the centre, caused by a build-up of pus
nodules – large hard lumps that build up beneath the surface of the skin and can be painful
cysts – the most severe type of spot caused by acne; they’re large pus-filled lumps that look similar to boils and carry the greatest risk of causing permanent scarring
What can I do if I have acne?
These self-help techniques may be useful:

Don’t wash affected areas of skin more than twice a day. Frequent washing can irritate the skin and make symptoms worse.
Wash the affected area with a mild soap or cleanser and lukewarm water. Very hot or cold water can make acne worse.
Don’t try to “clean out” blackheads or squeeze spots. This can make them worse and cause permanent scarring.
Avoid using too much make-up and cosmetics. Use water-based products that are described as non-comedogenic (this means the product is less likely to block the pores in your skin).
Completely remove make-up before going to bed.
If dry skin is a problem, use a fragrance-free, water-based emollient.
Regular exercise can’t improve your acne, but it can boost your mood and improve your self-esteem. Shower as soon as possible once you finish exercising, as sweat can irritate your acne.
Wash your hair regularly and try to avoid letting your hair fall across your face.
Although acne can’t be cured, it can be controlled with treatment. Several creams, lotions and gels for treating spots are available at pharmacies.

If you develop acne, it’s a good idea to speak to your pharmacist for advice. Products containing a low concentration of benzoyl peroxide may be recommended – but be careful, as this can bleach clothing.

If your acne is severe or appears on your chest and back, it may need to be treated with antibiotics or stronger creams that are only available on prescription.

When to seek medical advice

Treatments can take up to three months to work, so don’t expect results overnight. Once they do start to work, the results are usually good.

Who’s affected?
Acne is very common in teenagers and younger adults. About 80% of people aged 11 to 30 are affected by acne.

Most people have acne on and off for several years before their symptoms start to improve as they get older. Acne often disappears when a person is in their mid-twenties.

Diagnosis
Your GP can diagnose acne by looking at your skin. This involves examining your face, chest and back for the different types of spot, such as blackheads or sore, red nodules.

How many spots you have and how painful and inflamed they are will help determine how severe your acne is. This is important in planning your treatment.

Four grades can be used to measure the severity of acne:

grade 1 (mild) – acne is mostly confined to whiteheads and blackheads, with just a few papules and pustules
grade 2 (moderate) – there are multiple papules and pustules, which are mostly confined to the face
grade 3 (moderately severe) – there’s a large number of papules and pustules, as well as the occasional inflamed nodule, and the back and chest are also affected by acne
grade 4 (severe) – there’s a large number of large, painful pustules and nodules
Acne in women

There’s a range of informally run message boards and blogs about acne on the web. You may find it supportive to read about other people’s experience of living with acne.

For example, talkhealth provides a free acne support and information community.

The Mix (formerly Get Connected) also has a website and helpline for teenagers and young people with emotional and other difficulties.

Make-up
Make-up can help cover up scars and can be particularly useful for facial scars.

Camouflage make-up specially designed to cover up scars is available over the counter at pharmacies. You can also ask your GP for advice.

If you’re interested in learning more about covering a mark, scar, non-infectious skin condition or a tattoo, you can also visit the Changing Faces skin camouflage service or call 0300 012 0276.

Side Effects

Possible side effects

Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

Differin Cream may cause the following side effects at the site of application.

Common: may affect up to 1 in 10 people

dry skin
irritation of the skin
burning sensation of the skin
redness of the skin (erythema)
Uncommon: may affect up to 1 in 100 people

local skin reaction (contact dermatitis)
skin discomfort
sunburn
itching of the skin (pruritus)
peeling skin (exfoliation)
flare up of acne
Not known: frequency cannot be estimated from the available data

allergic contact reaction
pain or swelling of the skin
irritation, redness, itching or swelling of the eyelids

Further Information

Patient Information Leaflet