Is my skin isotretinoin-worthy? (photos)

Doctors often refer to the dryness that occurs with isotretinoin and retinoids like Retin-A as the retinoid reaction. Although normal, the dryness can lead to a feeling of discomfort that can ultimately compromise your compliance. Retinoid reaction...

What a great question! Isotretinoin is actually a form of vitamin A, and taking extra supplementation of this while on therapy could actually worsen side effects and lead to vitamin A toxicity. B vitamins, particularly vitamin B6 and B12, can actually cause acne when taken in...

Dark under eye circles can make you look tired and older than you are. I would use a combination protocol that includes topical Melarase creams first, followed by a combination of injectable fillers, fractional laser, and RF to blend out the eyelid hollowness and tighten the skin.  Recommended ...

Abnormal menses can sometimes occur when taking Accutane, and can normalize after a couple months, or after your Accutane course is completed. It is important to make you sure are not pregnant, as you can get cramping with this as well. I would address this concern with your...

Low-dose isotretinoin has been reported as useful for the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis that is unresponsive to other (more traditional) topical and oral therapies including antifungals. Consult with a board-certified dermatologist for evaluation and treatment recommendations. 

Thank you for your question. A side effect of Accutane is skin sensitivity and an increase risks of scarring if any trauma or injury is done to the skin, which includes cosmetic procedures such as chemical peels, microdermabrasions, laser treatments, etc. I generally recommend my patients to...