Clinical Overview
A photostable, lipophilic third-generation naphthoic acid retinoid engineered specifically for follicular comedolytic targeting.
Epidermal & Cutaneous Mechanism
Selectively binds nuclear RAR-beta and RAR-gamma with high affinity while showing zero degradation under UV light or benzoyl peroxide exposure.
Addresses Skin Concerns
Comedonal acneFollicular hyperkeratosisPost-acne texture
Recognized INCI Names on Packaging Labels
AdapaleneDifferin
Compatible Synergies
- ✓Benzoyl Peroxide (specifically compatible with adapalene)
- ✓Barrier Moisturizers
Separate or Alternate
- ⚠️High-percentage Glycolic Acid peels