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Can you use Adapalene under makeup?

Does It Mix engine · with makeup

You usually don't need to: Adapalene is a night-time step, so it's off your face by the time you do makeup. If you use it in the morning, let it absorb, then moisturizer and sunscreen before makeup.

Morning order

  1. Cleanse.
  2. Moisturizer.
  3. Sunscreen, SPF 30+ (let it set).
  4. Makeup.

See how to layer Adapalene and the full layering order.

Sources

  1. A review of adapalene in the treatment of acne vulgaris. J Adolesc Health. 2008;43(5).
  2. Martin B, et al. Chemical stability of adapalene and tretinoin when combined with benzoyl peroxide in presence and in absence of visible light and ultraviolet radiation. Br J Dermatol. 1998;139 Suppl 52:8-11.

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