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Adapinoid® Gel

This innovative serum improves the look of breakouts without irritation. Its key ingredient, Adapinoid, is a gentle, time-release retinoid that helps smooth skin texture without dryness, flaking, or compromising overall skin health.

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Adapinoid® Gel

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A retinoid serum for acne-prone skin that doesn't dry you out

A retinoid serum for acne-prone skin that doesn't dry you out

  • Details
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    • Clinically Tested
    • Dermatologist Tested
    • Non-Comedogenic
    • Non-Acnegenic
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Vegan
    • Cruelty-Free
  • Details
    Details
    • Clinically Tested
    • Dermatologist Tested
    • Non-Comedogenic
    • Non-Acnegenic
    • Hypoallergenic
    • Vegan
    • Cruelty-Free
  • Ingredients
    0.16% Adapinoid

    A slow-release, less irritating third-gen retinoid safe for acne-prone skin

    2% Niacinamide

    A multi-tasking B vitamin that visibly minimizes pores and evens skin tone

    0.5% Hyaluronic Acid

    A naturally occurring humectant that holds up to 1000x its weight in water

    Free From

    × fragrance
    × essential oils
    × silicones
    × phthalates
    × microplastics
    × parabens
    × sulfates
    × PEGs
    × gluten

  • Ingredients
    0.16% Adapinoid

    A slow-release, less irritating third-gen retinoid safe for acne-prone skin

    2% Niacinamide

    A multi-tasking B vitamin that visibly minimizes pores and evens skin tone

    0.5% Hyaluronic Acid

    A naturally occurring humectant that holds up to 1000x its weight in water

    Free From

    × fragrance
    × essential oils
    × silicones
    × phthalates
    × microplastics
    × parabens
    × sulfates
    × PEGs
    × gluten

  • How to Use
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    • To start, use every other night; as skin acclimates, build up to nightly use
    • Apply to clean, dry skin after cleansing but before moisturizer
    Good To Know
    • To avoid overdoing it, skip layering with other exfoliating acids and retinoids, and alternate instead
    • In the morning, remember to use sunscreen SPF 30 or higher
  • How to Use
    On Rotation
    • To start, use every other night; as skin acclimates, build up to nightly use
    • Apply to clean, dry skin after cleansing but before moisturizer
    Good To Know
    • To avoid overdoing it, skip layering with other exfoliating acids and retinoids, and alternate instead
    • In the morning, remember to use sunscreen SPF 30 or higher
  • Awards
    2023

    Allure Best of Beauty - Best Allover Acne Treatment

  • Awards
    2023

    Allure Best of Beauty - Best Allover Acne Treatment

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  • Before
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Clinical Results

Clinically proven to significantly improve texture and the look of breakouts and pores in just 3 days, and reduce visible redness after 1 week
Results of a 28-day clinical trial on 31 subjects, analyzed with expert clinical grading, after 3 days and 1 week

  • 100% said it helped visibly minimize the size and intensity of blemishes after 3 days

    Results of a 28-day consumer perception study on 31 subjects, after 3 days

  • 94% noticed that it minimized the look of pores after 1 week

    Results of a 28-day consumer perception study on 31 subjects, after 1 week

  • 94% reported experiencing less redness and irritation with this product compared to other acne treatments

    Results of a 28-day consumer perception study on 31 subjects, after 28 days

  • 94% said it reduced visible redness

    Results of a 28-day consumer perception study on 31 subjects, after 28 days

Environmental

  • Bottle

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    Packaging Facts

    37% PCR

  • Pump

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    Packaging Facts

    100% plastic -- no metal spring. 90% PP, 10% PE

  • Cap

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    Packaging Facts

    50% PCR PP

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    Packaging Facts

    100% FSC certified paper made with 30% recycled fibres and plant-based inks

FAQ

  • Is it safe to use every day?

    Adapinoid Gel was developed to be gentle enough to be used every day, but we recommend working up to it—especially if you've never used a retinoid before. To start, use every other night; as skin acclimates, build up to nightly use.

  • Is it safe to use Adapinoid Gel in the morning?

    Using a retinoid product like Adapinoid Gel during the day is ok, but be sure to follow with your favourite sunscreen, as retinoid products can make you more sensitive to UV rays from the sun. It's important to wear SPF if you use it at night, too—but for morning use, it's critical.

  • Is this the same thing as retinol?

    The key ingredient in Adapinoid Gel—adapinoid—is a cousin of retinol. Both are vitamin A derivatives. Since retinol and adapinoid do similar things, there’s no need to use both—using them together could actually cause irritation without adding benefits.

  • Can I use Adapinoid Gel around my eyes?

    Adapinoid Gel can be used on the skin around the eyes, but direct contact with the eyes should be avoided. If the product accidentally comes into contact with your eyes, please rinse thoroughly with water.

  • Is this safe to use during pregnancy and breastfeeding?

    Our Adapinoid Gel wasn’t tested on people who are pregnant or breastfeeding, and some doctors recommend limiting the use of retinoids during that time. We suggest checking with your doctor before adding this product to your routine.

Overall rating: 4.782918 / 5 from 281 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Adapinoid Gel is a serum that improves the look of breakouts without irritation. Customers appreciate its soft, smooth, and nourishing feel, as well as its effective acne-clearing properties. The lightweight formula is generally well-received, though some users experience irritation and dryness. Overall, it is suitable for various skin types.

Summary topics

  • Skin Feel (12%): Customers appreciated how this product feels on their skin, leaving their skin feeling soft, smooth, and nourished.
  • Acne Effectiveness (14%): It was noted by customers that Skinfix Adapinoid gel effectively cleared their acne.
  • Product Formula (5%): Customers loved the lightweight and comfortable formula, which made their skin feel healthy and less oily.
  • Irritation (7%): Opinions vary, with some users experiencing no irritation and others experiencing irritation and dryness.

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Review highlights

  • "It feels great applying the gel and makes my skin have a nice matte sheen just from the product alone." — Max
  • "The formula is clean and lightweight, leaving my skin feeling less oily and hydrated." — Alayna K.
  • "My skin looks more smooth and more clear as well as brighter." — Virginia

Reviews

Best anti-acne gel I’ve ever

"Best anti-acne gel I’ve ever used. Removes a new acne in a day the long-time milia in a week. I tried it as I could no longer buy an adapalene gel in Canada. It’s not irritating, unlike retinol."

— Bonnie P. (5/5)

BEWARE

"BEWARE. This destroyed my face. I love skinfix products and was not new to Adapolene use. My expectations were managed and I had planned for purging. I allowed 12 weeks for a turn around but it never happened. I stopped using the product and now I'm trying to heal and treat the aftermath- pustules, nodules and leftover closed comedones. Very disappointing."

— Katie (1/5)

Very effecctive even over the

"Very effecctive even over the short haul."

— Mary C. (5/5)

Results but Pills

"Love it but it pills. Maybe I’m using too much. I usually use a pumps worth. I also exfoliate with toner after I use their exfoliating face wash. So I don’t know what I’m doing wrong. Maybe I just need to use less but due to the price, I am switching. I should have bought extras when it was on sale because it has reduced my acne me more 80%. I am worried about it pilling because I don’t want to inhale any product by accident."

— Jonathan O. (5/5)

This stuff is great definitely

"This stuff is great definitely helping my skin out so much!"

— Mallory W. (5/5)

"Absolutely Love. I can't use Tretinoin because my skin is so sensitive....this is perfect."

— Sara (5/5)

Working very well for my

"Working very well for my sensitive skin and reducing white heads. For someone who doesnt do great with tret and other harsher retinoids, this has done great with minimal purging."

— Emily W. (5/5)

This has minimize my pores

"This has minimize my pores and acne after about a year of use along with the lines’ BHA cleanser i have seen beautiful results for my skin and acne."

— Paula M. (5/5)

good

"good"

— Lara (5/5)

This is my number one

"This is my number one go to for my adult acne! I use the Blue Skin Fix daily as my moisturizer and a dab of Green Adapinoid Gel on my nose up to my cheeks and using two fingers into my ears around the back and down along the hair line to my spine. It cured my acne and maintains a protective coating for possible breakouts. Pat Frazier"

— Patricia F. (5/5)

Q&A

Will this help with hyperpigmentation?
Hi Kendra, Because retinoids encourage cell turnover—your skin’s natural process of shedding old, dead skin cells and replacing them with fresh, new ones—they can help brighten hyperpigmentation and post acne spots. Adapinoid Gel wasn't tested for brightening, but please keep us posted if you find that it helps! You can also try our 2% BHA Spot Treatment, which was developed to address post-acne marks.
Is adapinoid safe during pregnancy?
Our products are considered safe during pregnancy. However, some doctors suggest limited use of products with BHA's or AHA's (although most consider them safe). We would suggest checking with your doctor for their point of view on using products with BHA's and AHA's while pregnant and breast feeding. Our resurface+ and acne+ products do contain these actives for easy reference. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any further inquiries! 💙
Is this safe to use on teenage skin? My 13 year old has acne and I would love to try this and see if it helps.
Hi Mandy, Yes, this is gentle enough for use on teens. We do suggest doing a spot test first, to ensure your teen's skin tolerability. Thanks!
Is it ok to use the skinfix 2% BHA cleanser and then the adapanoid gel right after cleansing? Or should you use the BHA cleanser in the morning and use a milder cleanser without actives at night with the adapanoid gel?
Hi Maya, Thank you for reaching out. Our Acne+ collection is safe to use together. The entire collection is gentle yet effective to ensure you are not harming your barrier while actively addressing your skin concern. Please ensure you have read the "How-to use" on each product, to ensure your skin has acclimated correctly. Please do not hesitate to reach out to info@skinfix.com if you have any further inquiries!
Is this rosacea friendly?
Hi Kristy, Thank you for reaching out and for your question. Our acne+ Adapinoid Gel is not recommended for rosacea due to the active ingredients. This revolutionary acne gel delivers the same effectiveness as the leading retinoid for acne-prone skin. This may cause further irritation if used on rosacea. Thank you!
Can I use the Adapinoid Gel in the Am for mild Acne/Oily skin, and then use my Tretinoin in the PM for Anti-Aging benefits?
Hi Dj, Thank you for reaching out and for your question. When using the acne+ Adapinoid Gel, we definitely suggest spacing out the actives of your retinoid products and use. Our acne+ Adapinoid Gel is a blemish-busting powerhouse that features adapinoid, a precursor to adapalene. This clean, clinically proven, derm-recommended formula minimizes pores and helps prevent flare-ups, all while reinforcing skin barrier function. This revolutionary acne gel delivers the same effectiveness as the leading retinoid for acne-prone skin, yet soothes and nourishes to maintain a clear, healthy-looking skin barrier. If you are new to using retinoids, we suggest not to use AHA's, BHA's or other retinoids in the same regimen. You can use one in your morining routine and then apply our acne+ Adapinoid in your PM routine. That is a lot of active ingredients to use at the same time and could cause irritation. We hope this helps! Please do not hesitate to reach out to info@skinfix.com
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