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How did you keep your skin moisturized when taking Accutane?

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Sweet merciful moisturizer, so much dryness. Stock up on everything moisturizing you can get your hands on -- my products of choice were plain old Cetaphil, which was super gentle on my sensitive face, and St. read more

How to Take Care of Your Skin While on Accutane. Acne is an embarrassing problem. If you've chosen to fight acne with Isotretinoin (commonly referred to by the brand name product Accutane), you may be in for a rough ride. read more

Before I say anything about my experience, I want to underline the importance of taking this decision seriously: Isotretinoin (the proper pharmaceutical name for the drug; Accutane is technically a brand which is no longer on the market) is a very serious drug and it took me a lot of personal research and soul-searching to decide if the potential risks were worth having clearer skin. read more

Things You'll Need. Soap for sensitive skin; Moisturizer; Petroleum jelly; Sunscreen, SPF 15 or higher; Warnings Never take Accutane if you are pregnant or may become pregnant. Taking even one dose of Accutane during pregnancy can cause severe birth defects in your child. For this reason, women using Accutane must also use two forms of birth control at all times. Do not peel skin from your face or body. Doing so can cause skin damage and increase your risk of infection. read more

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