Clindamycin

Clindamycin gel gently clears away both angry red bumps and stubborn clogged pores to noticeably smooth moderate-to-severe acne. This thoughtful treatment suits most skin types and is available in lightweight serums. It also layers easily into your daily skincare routine.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2023
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Popular clindamycin products
- Clindamycin Phosphate Topical Solution
- Curology Formula
Questions and answers
What does clindamycin do for the skin?
Clindamycin helps treat acne by reducing inflammatory and noninflammatory lesions, and it may be used once daily alongside ingredients like benzoyl peroxide or adapalene.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
How do you use clindamycin?
Clindamycin is applied once daily to treat moderate to severe acne. It is often used in combination with partner ingredients like benzoyl peroxide and adapalene for greater effectiveness.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
Should you use clindamycin in the morning or at night?
You can use clindamycin once daily as directed by your regimen. Clinical studies evaluate once-daily application for managing moderate to severe acne.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
Can you use clindamycin every day?
Yes, you can use clindamycin once daily as part of your acne treatment. Using it daily helps reduce both inflammatory and noninflammatory acne lesions when combined with partner ingredients like benzoyl peroxide.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 2008American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2022
Does clindamycin cause purging or irritation?
Clindamycin is unlikely to cause purging, but it may cause skin irritation.
Which skin types is clindamycin best for?
Clindamycin is best for acne-prone skin, specifically in popular products like Clindamycin Phosphate Topical Solution and Curology Formula.
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