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Best Moisturizer for an Acne-Prone Face While on Accutane?

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Chandler5732Dec 23, 2010
I used the older formula Curel fragrance-free lotion on my face while on Accutane before without problem. The new Curel fragrance-free lotion still says won't clog pores additionally states has ceramides. But, I seem to get an occasionally pimple near my nose even though I'm on my 4th month into my Accutane course for cystic acne at a full 2mg/kg dose. I started today using the new Facial CeraVe PM now. What moisturizer won't cause a pimple on an acne-prone face?

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