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product_id: 490932295
title: "Acne Free Adapalene Gel 0.1%, Once-Daily Topical Retinoid Treatment, Dermatologist Developed, Unclogs Pores And Clears Acne, Prevents Improve Whiteheads Blackheads, 0.5 Ounce"
brand: "acnefree"
price: "$45"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 2
category: "Acne Free"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/490932295-acne-free-adapalene-gel-0-1-once-daily-topical-retinoid
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
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# Dermatologist-developed formula Once-daily retinoid power Oil & fragrance free Acne Free Adapalene Gel 0.1%, Once-Daily Topical Retinoid Treatment, Dermatologist Developed, Unclogs Pores And Clears Acne, Prevents Improve Whiteheads Blackheads, 0.5 Ounce

**Brand:** acnefree
**Price:** $45
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✨ Clear skin, zero compromises — your daily glow-up essential! ✨

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Acne Free Adapalene Gel 0.1%, Once-Daily Topical Retinoid Treatment, Dermatologist Developed, Unclogs Pores And Clears Acne, Prevents Improve Whiteheads Blackheads, 0.5 Ounce by acnefree
- **How much does it cost?** $45 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/490932295-acne-free-adapalene-gel-0-1-once-daily-topical-retinoid)

## Best For

- acnefree enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted acnefree brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Gentle Yet Effective:** Less irritation than other retinoids, making it ideal for sensitive skin and daily use.
- • **Pore-Unclogging Power:** Effectively prevents and improves whiteheads and blackheads by accelerating cell turnover.
- • **Clean & Simple Formula:** Oil-free and fragrance-free, perfect for a minimalist skincare routine that works.
- • **Trusted by Dermatologists:** Developed and tested by skin experts to deliver reliable acne control for ages 12+.
- • **Clinically Proven Retinoid:** Harness the prescription-strength adapalene 0.1% for clear, radiant skin without the hassle.

## Overview

Acnefree Adapalene Gel 0.1% is a dermatologist-developed, once-daily topical retinoid treatment that unclogs pores and clears acne by increasing skin cell turnover. Previously prescription-only, this oil-free, fragrance-free formula is suitable for adults and teens 12+, offering effective prevention and improvement of whiteheads and blackheads with less irritation than other retinoids.

## Description

A derivative of Vitamin A, Adapalene gel 0.1% is a member of the retinoid ingredient family and previously only available by prescription. Retinoid help slow down the accumulation of dead skin cells in the pores, which is a main contributor to breakouts. Retinoid also help prevent and improve white heads and blackheads because they increase cell turnover. Studies have shown that compared to other retinoid, Adapalene gel 0.1% causes less irritation to the skin. Adapalene gel is oil-free, fragrance-free and dermatologist developed.

Review: It’s ok - It’s good helping but drying the skin
Review: Unsealed - The deal was broken

## Features

- Dermatologist recommended adapalene gel 0.1 % is a once daily topical retinoid acne treatment, previously only available by prescription, now available over the counter
- Unclogs pores and clears acne
- Dermatologist developed and tested
- Suitable for adults and children 12 years of age and older who are looking for a simple routine. Acne free recommends applying adapalene gel 0.1 % all over your face
- Oil free and fragrance free

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07V6N5LYK |
| ASIN  | B07V6N5LYK |
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,785 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) #61 in Facial Cleansing Gels |
| Customer reviews | 3.6 3.6 out of 5 stars (10) |
| Date First Available  | 11 May 2022 |
| Item model number | Bluetooth-27 |
| Item model number  | Bluetooth-27 |
| Manufacturer | AmazonUs/EMCW9 |
| Manufacturer  | AmazonUs/EMCW9 |
| Product Dimensions | 3.81 x 5 x 13.51 cm; 14.17 g |
| Product Dimensions  | 3.81 x 5 x 13.51 cm; 14.17 g |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** AcneFree
- **Item form:** Gel
- **Product benefits:** Acne Treatment and Prevention
- **Scent:** Unscented
- **Skin type:** Oily

## Images

![Acne Free Adapalene Gel 0.1%, Once-Daily Topical Retinoid Treatment, Dermatologist Developed, Unclogs Pores And Clears Acne, Prevents Improve Whiteheads Blackheads, 0.5 Ounce - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71lkS78H0zL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: does this help with scars?**
A: This absolutely helped fade my acne scars super quickly. I have fairly light skin, so that may be a factor in my scarring and how the adapalene works to help it. But I use this 5 nights a week, 10% azaleic acid 2 nights a week, and 5% niacinamide & at least an SPF40 during the daytime, and my skin is completely transformed & even better than it was before some bad breakouts. I hope this helps!

**Q: Is this vegan?**
A: YES all these ingredients can be made synthetically or extracted from fruit, but note that propylene glycol USED to be made from the glycerine in animal fat. But that is just not done anymore.

**Q: Does it only make skin sensitive to sun while the product is on the skin? can i use it at night and wash out next morning? i don't use sunscreen daily**
A: Its suggested to apply this product x1 daily at night. Wash face in AM as normal. Renoids make your skin sensitive to sunlight even after you have washed product off. Its advised to wear Sunscreen daily during use of product & up to 2 weeks afterwards (Even though it's recommended to wear SPF daily regardless). It takes the outter layer of dead skin cells off, making skin more prone to burn which makes the skin barrier not as strong. And this can result in hyperpigmentation, skin sensitivity and overall increase in irritation to the skin. 

**never use product during the daytime. Moisturize well during use. Apply a vitamin C in AM helps also!

**Q: Is adapalene the same as tretinoin .05% cream used for avoiding wrinkes?**
A: They are both retinoids. Tretinoin is a first generation that targets all 3 retinoic acid receptors (RAR), while Adapalene is a third generation retinoid that targets two (beta and gamma).  4th generation retinoids (Aklief) target just one, gamma, which is more abundant in our skin I believe. Adapalene/Differin has not been studied extensively for its effects on wrinkles and photoaging, so it can't be described as such. But there isn't any evidence it doesn't affect wrinkles. There are anecdotal accounts of it working, and there was one study on 0.3% adapalene (prescription only) that there is an effect, but it was funded by Galderma the maker of Differin and Aklief. So some people discount it's validity.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It’s ok
*by I***. on 3 November 2025*

It’s good helping but drying the skin

### ⭐ Unsealed
*by G***A on 7 April 2024*

The deal was broken

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*