If you bought certain Differin acne treatments, you may be entitled to cash payments from a $990,000 class action settlement—and in many cases, no receipt is required.
Here’s what you need to know (and how to claim your money fast).
Why This Lawsuit Exists?
This settlement resolves claims that Galderma Laboratories, L.P. misled consumers about potential benzene contamination in certain Differin products.
Plaintiffs’ claim: Consumers were misled about possible contamination risks
Defendant’s position: Galderma denies all wrongdoing, including that its products were contaminated or misleading
Rather than continue litigation, both sides agreed to a $990,000 settlement.
Who Qualifies?
You may be eligible if:
You purchased Differin acne treatment products in the U.S.
The purchase was made between January 1, 2020, and February 19, 2026
The products were for personal, family, or household use (not resale)
Covered Products:
Differin Daily Deep Cleanser (5% BPO)
Differin Acne Spot Treatment (10% BPO)
Differin Maximum Strength Acne Foaming Cleanser (10% BPO)
How Much You Can Get?
Your payment depends on whether you have proof of purchase:
With proof: $9.00 per product (no limit)
Without proof: $9.00 per product, up to 3 products (max $27.00)
✔️ No proof required if you’re claiming 3 or fewer products
Your Options (Important Deadlines)
| Option | What It Means | Deadline |
|---|---|---|
| Submit a Claim | Get paid from the settlement | May 19, 2026 |
| Exclude Yourself | No payment, keep right to sue separately | May 19, 2026 |
| Object | Stay in settlement but tell the court you disagree | May 19, 2026 |
| Do Nothing | No payment, give up rights | — |
How to File a Claim?
Filing is straightforward:
Go to the official settlement website
Complete the Claim Form
Submit online or mail it in
Include proof of purchase only if claiming more than 3 products
Deadline: May 19, 2026
Important Notes
The court must still approve the settlement before payments are issued
Payments may be reduced depending on the number of claims filed
You must submit a valid and timely claim to receive money
