I'll explain whether to keep using Adaferin gel (adapalene 0.1%) with your sensitive, dry, eczema-prone skin and give safe next steps.

🩺 Symptoms

• You report very sensitive, dry skin with eczema and that Adaferin (adapalene 0.1%) is making your skin drier and more irritated.
• Dryness, redness, peeling and stinging are known, common side effects of adapalene.

⚕️ What this likely means

• Adapalene (a topical retinoid) often causes drying and irritation; in eczema-prone skin this can trigger a flare.
• If applied to cracked or actively inflamed eczema, it can worsen symptoms or delay healing.

💊 What to do now

• If you have severe burning, intense peeling, or lots of bleeding/cracking, stop the gel immediately and see a dermatologist.
• For mild–moderate dryness: reduce frequency (e.g., every other night or a few times weekly), use a gentle fragrance-free emollient daily, and avoid other active products (benzoyl peroxide, salicylic acid, physical scrubs).
• Try buffering: apply a moisturizer first or apply moisturizer after adapalene to reduce irritation. Use a pea-sized amount of the gel.
• Use daily sun protection when exposed.
• Arrange a visit with a dermatologist to decide whether to continue adapalene or switch to a gentler acne option given your eczema.

⚠️ Warning signs — stop treatment and seek urgent care

• Large-area skin peeling, widespread blistering, or severe worsening of eczema.
• Increasing pain, pus, warmth, spreading redness, or fever (possible infection).
• Swelling of face/eyelids or breathing difficulty (possible allergic reaction).

🩺 Follow-up

• How long have you used Adaferin, are you using any other topical products (steroids, acne agents), and is the affected skin broken or oozing?