Use moisturizer generously while on Accutane

Dina D. Strachan, MD answers: Moisturizing product to use after Accutane?

My skin is peeling a little but more annoyingly, it is often very tight, even though I am moisturizing it. I have fine wrinkles now where I smile if I do not moisturize several times a day.

Is there a particular cream I can use to avoid this that will moisturize my skin all day and help prevent this?


Dina D. Strachan, MD
2 months ago
By Dina D. Strachan, MD - New York City Dermatologist

Accutane dries the skin and lips. As a person with a history of acne, and probably oily skin, you may not be accustomed to using a rich, heavy moisturizer. Cetaphil and Cerave cleansers and moisturizers are good choices (they are available in most drug stores). Also avoid hot water. Aquaphor or Cortibalm are good choices for the lips. 

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