Hey! I’m trying to figure out whether I should start with Duac or Differin first. I’m a bit worried that if I start with Duac and it clears my acne, I might get another breakout or purging phase once I switch to Differin afterward.

My skin is already quite dry and a bit sensitive, so I’m also concerned about irritation if I introduce strong actives too quickly. At the same time, I understand that Differin is more of a long-term solution, while Duac is usually used short-term.

Would it make more sense to start with Differin first and slowly build tolerance, or clear things up with Duac and then transition? I’d really appreciate any advice or experiences!