WELMATE Adapalene Gel 0.1% Acne Treatment, Retinoid for Face, Helps Clear Blackheads & Pimples, Once-Daily Topical, Oil Free & Fragrance Free, 90 Day Supply, 1.6 oz

I bought this as a more affordable alternative to Differin, and it’s been great for my sensitive skin. I’m new to retinoids and wanted something gentle but effective. The gel is lightweight, absorbs quickly, and doesn’t sting or burn. I started using it a few nights a week and only had mild dryness, which is normal. After a few weeks, my skin looked smoother with fewer clogged pores. Pros: • Same 0.1% adapalene as name brands • Fragrance-free • Beginner-friendly • Very cost-effective Cons: • Moisturizer is a must Overall, this is an excellent budget-friendly retinoid that works well if you’re just starting out or have sensitive skin.

Patience is definitely required. This is not a spot treatment. It works by changing how skin behaves. Never had acne—not even as a teen. But when I hit a certain age, hormonal breakouts landed terribly. It got so bad I felt like I couldn't leave my house! When I reached the point where I'd gone more than a year, I was willing to try A N Y T H I N G ! ! This product appeared on my radar so I thought, 'What have I got to lose?!' I thank GOD for this stuff!! I started noticing improvement after a week of consistent use (once daily as recommended), and saw considerably more after 2 weeks. I'm just starting my 3rd week with this and am finally remembering what hope feels like! It goes on easy, but does sting a bit where broken blemishes are. I do use it on my whole face, which is kind of funny because I found something new developing under my chin—NOT thinking I needed to cover MORE than just my face! I'll start spreading this love there too now. I read a review that said this stuff is "sticky"?? It's a fast-drying gel (and it really DOES dry fast) so I don't get how it would be sticky—unless they were applying it like a mask and just hoping it would dry??! A little bit goes pretty far, so 'use sparingly' isn't merely a suggestion: it's how the product behaves. Apply it, spread it out, and keep going till all is covered. By time I'm half done, the first areas of application are already dry. What I also love about adapalene is what another reviewer posted: it does NOT stain clothing, pillowcases, etc. I HAVE found that with benzoil peroxide—practically destroying some favorite t-shirts and don't even get me started on the silk pillowcases I had to replace 😑 This IS the first actual "retinoid" I've been able to use. Retinol obliterates my sensitive skin, but adapalene—though drying—does not. If you've tried everything short of Accutane (or isotretinoin¹ as it is now called), you may have landed in the right place! ¹Isotretinoin is quite literally the only thing I haven't tried. For me, the risks did not outweigh <potential> benefits.

I’ve used RX retinols for years. My derm recommended this because I said the RX stuff, even at a low strength, was hard to stick to because it made my face peel. This product is great! I feel like it works. It only irritates the creases by my nose, which is probably just a sensitive area. Thumbs up! I can get the RX inexpensively but stayed with this anyway.

I am 52 years old and wanted the strongest over the counter retinol type product for fine lines & wrinkles. After doing some research I found out Differin was evidently the strongest. This brand has the exact same active ingredient as Differin but for a lot less money. I appreciate this is a gel therefore it sinks into my skin quickly, leaving zero sticky or oily residue.

Cheaper alternative to the brand name. Acne well controlled with this product. Start using every other day to avoid it irritating the skin too much. Advance your a daily after 1-2 weeks. Works great

Best deal for this product. I couldn't tolerate the prescription version and so trialed this instead. This is the best!

Product works great!

Works great! Clears and keeps acne away!