Epiduo Forte Gel 30g – Adapalene 0.3% w/w + Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% w/w

Size: 30g
Brand: Galderma
Product: Epiduo Forte

Key Benefits

• Helps treat mild to moderate acne
• Unclogs pores and prevents new breakouts
• Reduces blackheads and whiteheads
• Helps calm inflamed pimples and acne lesions
• Promotes smoother, clearer-looking skin
• Combines a retinoid (Adapalene 0.3%) with antibacterial Benzoyl Peroxide 2.5% for comprehensive acne treatment
• May help improve post-acne skin texture over time

Active Ingredients & Strengths

• Adapalene EP 0.3% w/w
• A retinoid that helps regulate skin cell turnover and prevent clogged pores.
• Benzoyl Peroxide EP 2.5% w/w
• Helps kill acne-causing bacteria and reduce inflammation.

How Often to Use

Beginner:

• Apply 2–3 nights per week for the first 2 weeks.

If tolerated:

• Increase to every other night.

Maintenance:

• Progress to once nightly

What to Start On

When starting Epiduo Forte:

1. Use a gentle cleanser.
2. Apply a pea-sized amount for the entire face.
3. Follow with a non-comedogenic moisturizer.
4. Use a broad-spectrum SPF 30+ sunscreen daily.

When to Use

✅ Best used at night (PM routine)

1. Cleanse and dry skin completely.
2. Wait 10–20 minutes if skin is sensitive.
3. Apply a thin layer of Epiduo Forte.
4. Follow with moisturizer.

Important Notes

• For external use only.
• Avoid eyes, lips, and broken skin.
• Mild dryness, redness, peeling, or irritation may occur during the first few weeks.
• Benzoyl peroxide may bleach fabrics, towels, and bedding.
• Daily sunscreen use is recommended, as adapalene can increase sun sensitivity.