Adaptalene for wrinkles, why they began to use it as an anti-aging skin product reviews

Adapalene is known as a substance that helps get rid of juvenile acne (acne) and comedones. But recently it has been actively used in cosmetology as an anti-aging skin product. The impetus for this development of events was given by the program “Health” with Elena Malysheva on Channel One. Part of the broadcast was devoted to the topic of using Adapalene anti-wrinkle cream. The drug belongs to the group of dermatological products and was not declared as anti-aging. Therefore, before using it for an indirect purpose, you must carefully read the instructions and weigh the pros and cons.

Release form: adapalene

Composition and action of Adapalene

The drug looks like a white gel for topical use, packaged in plastic tubes of 15 or 30 g. The product contains 0.1% main and auxiliary components:

Main properties of ointment with adapalene:

• anti-inflammatory;
• anti-acne;
• comedolytic;
• sebostatic (normalization of sebum production).

The medication is widely used in the treatment of acne to eliminate the symptoms of acne. In cosmetology it is used as an anti-aging agent. The cream is especially useful for skin lacking vitamins.

Analogues of Adapalene

Cream or gel with Adapelene is an affordable product. Its price ranges from 250-500 rubles per 30 g. Pharmacies sell several types of the drug, differing in some ingredients, but with similar properties. Among the most popular are:

• Adaklin (India) - regular application eliminates inflammatory processes, cleanses pores, the skin is smoothed and acquires an even natural color;
• Differin (France) - identical in effect to Adapalene, since this component is the active substance. Regulates the production of sebum, corrects keratinization of the epidermis, and stops the spread of acne. Efficiency is increased by adding antibiotics to the composition;
• Adolen (Russia) - available in gel form. Chemical components are similar to Adapalene. Designed for the treatment of acne. It is recommended to apply daily before bed without rubbing. A stable result will appear after three months of use, which is a good result in the treatment of this type of disorder;
• Clenzit (India) - can be used to treat severe acne. May be addictive, so use only as prescribed by a doctor.

All drugs are available in pharmacies and are available without a prescription. Any of them is suitable for the rejuvenation procedure, because they are similar in chemical composition and the concentration of the active substance is the same.

Effects of adapalene against acne

Relief ointment (Greece) differs in ingredients, but has a similar anti-aging effect. Its components have the following effects:

• metabolic processes in the epidermis are stimulated, helping to better supply cells with oxygen and nutrients;
• wounds are healed, swelling is eliminated;
• the skin is toned and elasticity increases;
• wrinkles are smoothed out.

This is achieved due to the presence of natural shark oil extracted from the liver and phenylephrine hydrochloride. The first active component has a regenerative and wound-healing effect. But it is also a source of a fairly noticeable fishy odor, which some users consider to be a disadvantage. The second main ingredient stimulates blood circulation, improving the nutrition of skin cells. Relief is recommended to be applied every night to previously cleansed skin. After a week of continuous use, you need to take a break. The price of this product is comparable to Adapalene.

Before purchasing Relief ointment, you need to familiarize yourself with the composition. In preparations from other manufacturers, shark oil can be replaced with mineral oils.

Using adapalene against blackheads

Conclusion

Cream with Adapalene can definitely be used to treat acne and blackheads. It was originally developed for these purposes. The new use, which was not intended by the developers, is in some way reminiscent of the history of Viagra. The most popular erectile stimulant today was created as a cardiac remedy to improve blood flow in the myocardium. But if in the case of Viagra, clinical trials have fully confirmed its beneficial effect on potency, then with Adapalene the situation is somewhat different.

The effectiveness of Adapalene against wrinkles is confirmed only by reviews of cosmetologists and women who have tested its work on themselves. No one has done serious research in this direction. And this is more of a folk method, rather than a medical one. And responsibility for the consequences of unconventional use will be entirely on those who decide to use an acne remedy for skin rejuvenation.

What are the anti-aging properties of the cream?

The main component of Adapalene exhibits the following effects:

• exfoliates dead skin cells of the epidermis;
• activates collagen production;
• neutralizes free radicals;
• increases the firmness and elasticity of the dermis;
• helps smooth out wrinkles;
• returns healthy color to the skin.

With the use of this product, rapid rejuvenation of the upper layer of the epidermis and equalization of its overall tone are noted.

In reviews from cosmetologists, the effects of Adapalene are often compared to peeling - a procedure that effectively removes the upper stratum corneum of the skin. With the use of the cream, the process of cell regeneration is activated, the depth of wrinkles is visually reduced, and sagging areas are tightened.

The drug helps quite quickly - positive changes become noticeable after 3-4 procedures. The product temporarily reduces the protective functions of the skin and increases its sensitivity to ultraviolet radiation, for which reason it should be used in doses.

Pharmacology

Doctors admit that the effects of Adapalene have not been fully studied. Clinical studies have shown that topical application stimulates proper keratinization (keratinization) and differentiation of follicular epithelial cells. Failures in these processes lead to inflammation, acne formation and clogged pores. The result of stimulation is the alignment of keratin production and deposition, causing the upper layers of the skin to become more elastic. This feature allows you to use Adapalene gel or cream against wrinkles.

Skin regeneration occurs

In fact, the active component of the cream is an artificial analogue of vitamin A. But the principle of its effect is radically different. The substance interacts with tretinoin receptors, but does not come into contact with the proteins that bind it. This selectivity does not allow keratonocytes to adhere to the follicles, which promotes rapid exfoliation of the stratum corneum and skin regeneration.

Like any other anti-aging cosmetic product for external use, Adapalene can only affect shallow wrinkles. In other cases, it is recommended to resort to more radical methods.

When should you use Adapalene for anti-aging purposes?

Applying the ointment helps to get rid of many problems that arise with age:

• dullness of facial skin;
• nasolabial folds;
• wrinkles on the forehead and under the lower eyelids;
• “crow’s feet” in the corners of the eyes;
• drooping corners of the lips;
• flabbiness of the epidermis;
• hyperpigmentation.

In combination with other products, the cream helps protect the skin from parasitic and microbial lesions and restores normal tone of the facial muscles.

It is important to note that the drug in question is most effective and safe for normal and oily skin. If the epidermis is prone to dryness, it is not advisable to use this product.

Types of creams with retinol

There is an opinion that all creams with retinol belong to the category of anti-aging cosmetics. However, it is not. Initially, dermatologists used it to treat problematic skin suffering from pimples, acne and post-acne. The benefits of vitamin A are also obvious in the fight against the first signs of photoaging: dull color, uneven texture, facial wrinkles, pigmentation. Therefore, the question of at what age should you use creams with retinol cannot be answered unambiguously - it all depends on what problem you want to solve.

Day cream with retinol

Adding retinol to day creams began relatively recently. Vitamin A “does not like” ultraviolet radiation and is destroyed under the influence of sunlight. Therefore, it is best not to use creams with retinol during periods of increased solar activity or use formulas with SPF filters. Daytime face creams usually do not contain retinol in its pure form: instead, various retinoid compounds are used.

Night cream for face skin

The most popular form of cosmetics with retinol is night cream for the face. At night, photosensitive vitamin A does not need protection from the sun and acts most effectively.

Eye cream

The area around the eyes is highly sensitive and often suffers from dehydration, and retinol is known to dry out the skin. To avoid negative consequences, retinol is added to creams for the area around the eyes in small concentrations, supplemented with powerful moisturizing components: for example, aloe and hyaluronic acid.

Cream for the neck and décolleté area

Using a cream with retinol on the neck and décolleté can tighten the skin and restore its elasticity, as well as reduce the number of wrinkles.

Preparing the skin for product use

Anti-wrinkle cream with adapalene has an active effect on the skin. Before applying it, careful preparation is required to get the maximum benefit from the drug.

Before using the ointment, you must:

• cleanse the skin of cosmetics and various contaminants, using cosmetics with a low alkali content (foam, milk, washing gel);
• If possible, clean the dermis using additional devices (silicone brushes, technical devices) that provide an impeccable result;
• steam your face by holding it over a container of steam (you can also take a hot bath or shower, or make a compress with a towel soaked in hot water).

Before anti-wrinkle cream is applied, the skin must be thoroughly dried. You should not apply the drug to wet surfaces.

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How to apply cream for wrinkles?

After careful preparation, Adapalene is evenly distributed over the skin, moving in the direction of the massage lines (from the central part of the face to the sides). The product is applied in a medium layer (thick for deep wrinkles). There is no need to rub in the cream.

The drug is left to act for 40-60 minutes. After this time, it must be completely washed off using cool water. At the final stage of the procedure, a nourishing or moisturizing cream is applied to the face. It is best to use a product containing vitamins for the skin.

It is recommended to use Adapalene for a person with age-related changes no more than once a week. It is best to conduct home sessions in the evening, shortly before going to bed. The full course must last at least 3 months.

Additional recommendations

During the period of using ointment for facial and age-related folds on the face, it is important to adhere to some rules:

1. Avoid contact of the product with mucous membranes and eyes.
2. Avoid the parallel use of scrubs, cleansers containing ethyl alcohol, or any drying or irritating products.
3. When outdoors, protect the epidermis from exposure to active sun.

It is necessary to take into account the following - the next day after using the cream with adapalene, the skin begins to turn red, and on the second day it begins to actively peel off. Such processes should be perceived as the norm and do not require the intervention of specialists. At this time, you should definitely use moisturizers that are suitable for your dermis type.

Trying to get rid of peeling using alcohol solutions or mechanical devices is strictly prohibited - the consequences of such actions can be inflammatory processes or the formation of scars on the face.

How to use adapalene

The method of use will depend on the purpose for which the product is used. To eliminate acne, the cream is applied pointwise to the site of inflammation or comedones. Adapalene can greatly dry out the skin, so in adolescence (and it is during this period that acne most often appears) the product must be used extremely carefully. Otherwise, you can provoke increased dryness.

Facial skin begins to look younger

Adapalene should be used differently to get rid of wrinkles:

• It is better to carry out the procedure in the evening before the weekend;
• cleanse the skin of impurities and cosmetics;
• remove moisture from the face with a towel;
• apply the product in a thick layer without rubbing;
• in case of contact with mucous membranes (eyes, mouth, nose), rinse quickly with water;
• leave for one and a half to two hours;
• rinse with warm water.

Apply cream in dots

The next day the skin will turn red, and the next day it will begin to actively peel off. This is how the drying effect of the composition manifests itself. During this period, you can start using light moisturizers. The main thing is not to try to remove peeling from the face by mechanical means, wipe with alcohol solutions, use foundation - this can cause inflammation and even scars. For a visible result to appear, at least three procedures must be performed. But not in a row - the break between sessions should be at least a month.

For some time after the procedure, you should not expose the treated areas of skin to the sun's rays. During this period, the epithelium is very sensitive to ultraviolet radiation.

What are the side effects of the ointment?

The instructions for use of the drug say that the cream can cause side effects, manifested in the form of:

• burning;
• itching;
• increased peeling;
• excessive dryness;
• irritation;
• erythema;
• changes in natural skin color.

Those with sensitive or dry epidermis are most prone to the development of negative phenomena. If discomfort or a feeling of tightness occurs, the drug should be immediately washed off the face and not used in the future.

An individual sensitivity test performed before the first application of the ointment allows you to minimize the risk of developing undesirable conditions. To determine the reaction to adapalene cream, treat the skin of the elbow or wrist and wait 20-40 minutes. If any negative reaction occurs, you will need to stop using the product.

Which is better, adapalene cream or gel?

The manufacturer brings the drug to the market in two states of aggregation: gel and cream. The composition of the gel is no different from the cream, the percentage of adapalene is the same in both, and the release in two forms was created only for ease of use for different skin conditions

• If the skin is dry and sensitive to external influences, use the cream structure of the drug. The cream is easier to apply to the skin; there will be no problems with its sensitivity. The effect will be better, the cream will moisturize and nourish the top layer and there should be no allergic reaction
• If you have oily skin, use a gel. The impact will be stronger, and the effect will appear faster

Conditions for obtaining the effect of adapalene

• Correct application of the drug
• Complex treatment
• Duration of use of the drug;
• Consultations on the use of adapalene with a dermatologist or cosmetologist

Who is Adapalene contraindicated for?

The cream should not be used by pregnant and lactating women. Also, you should not use it under the age of 12 years, if there is an individual intolerance to the components.

Pathologies that are contraindications to the application of the drug include tumor-like formations on the skin, injuries and impaired integrity of the epidermis. If there are diagnoses such as “dermatitis”, “seborrhea”, “eczema”, the ointment is used with increased precautions and in consultation with the attending physician.

The drug Klenzit-S - instructions for use

Gel Klenzit-S is a medicine for the treatment of papulopustular acne (pimples), which contains the topical retinoid adapalene and the antibiotic clindamycin.
Clindamycin is a bacteriostatic antibiotic of the lincosamide group with pronounced antimicrobial activity against the bacteria P.acnes and S.epidermidis. It is these bacteria that play an important role in the formation of inflammatory elements of acne (papules and pustules). Thus, the pharmacological effect of the drug will be provided by two active components - adapalene 0.1% and the antibiotic clindamycin 1%. Thanks to the presence of adapalene, this drug has all the effects of the Clenzit gel (we will not list them a second time, see them above) + there is antimicrobial activity due to the presence of an antibiotic in the composition.

→ Klenzit-S – official instructions (PDF)

Indications for use of Klenzit-S gel –

In the official instructions for this drug, we see that its only indication for this drug is also “acne.” We already wrote above that acne is represented only by non-inflammatory elements - white or blackheads (also called comedones). An antibiotic in the drug is needed only in the presence of inflammatory elements - such as papules, pustules or nodes. Therefore, we will use this drug only for acne.

Gel composition (in terms of 1 g):

Does the drug have analogues?

One of the main substitutes for Adapalene is a cream called Differin. This product contains an identical active ingredient. The drug has similar indications for use as the original, and is also used to smooth out wrinkles.

The main difference between the two medications is cost. You can buy pharmaceutical products at the following prices:

• Adapalene – from 350 rub. for 15 g;
• Differin – from 500 rub. for the same volume.

Deciding which is better, Adapalene or Differin, can only be based on personal preferences and individual tolerance of a particular drug.

Malysheva about adapalene anti-wrinkle cream

Elena Malysheva believes that adapalene is the only cream in the world that can remove wrinkles. There are millions of creams on sale, in a variety of bases, but most of them are emblazoned with the hopeful inscription “anti-wrinkle.” According to Elena Vasilievna, this is all fiction. Adapalene is not just a cream, it is a medicine. And it is sold only as a medicine. And this active substance can save us from age-related skin defects. These medications, which were sold by prescription until 2016, could always be bought in Russia without a doctor's prescription in pharmacies. What does this cream do? It actually has two mechanisms of action. If you want to get rid of wrinkles with it, you need to remove dead skin. This is done to expose the young layers of the dermis. This same adapalene (international non-proprietary name) restores collagen. They prevent wrinkles from forming. The skin tightens again, notes Elena Malysheva.