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Will adapalene be less effective if you have a short/medium length beard? maybe a half inch beard. im wanting to use it for sun spots/aging. i have a pretty thin beard. is it a waste of time applying? is there a technique to apply with a beard? ty?
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A beard is not going to affect adapalene's bioavailability though you may need to use a bit more because some will be retained by the beard. Adapalene is indicated for severe acne and has been used off label for rosacea. It is not a benign drug. Using it for skin spots isn't going to work and treating yourself with adapalene for aging skin at age 36 can only result in greater damage over time.
Answered 5/23/2023
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