"i definitely recommend adapalene gel. i have had acne for the past 3-5 years. i am 29.  i never had acne like this before this time period. i was skeptical at first but now i can leave the house without trying to unsuccessfully cover my redness, scarring, and pimples. the scarring is still there but it is faint. there are only 2 small negatives i experienced while taking it ...1. when my face sweats (wearing a hat, being in a hot room, or working out) it just burns badly. 2. when i started it my face felt like it was on fire a lot.  initially. i switched to every other day when using it. now i use it before bed w cerave  moisturizer. i only use 1 pea size for my entire face.  don&#039;t over do it.  it&#039;ll help you just need to be patient. :)"