Permanent scarring may occur with invasive procedures during isotretinoin therapy. However, it is important to maintain healthy and non-clogged pores during your treatment to avoid complications. Speak to your physician about a physician supervised facial without severe mechanical or chemical exfoliation.
Stop facials when I start with Isotretinoin?
I have regular facials at a beauty salon (every 2-3 weeks). Should I stop having facials once I start taking Isotretinoin? Thank you for your help!
2 answers to “Stop facials when I start with...”
A: Yes, stop facials with isotretinoin
Yes, 100% you should stop getting facials during your course of treatment, and for a few months afterwards just to be sure. Also no facial waxing, comedone extraction, or plucking. Nothing traumatic to the skin. There is increased risk for scarring.
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