my skin is very resilient and i use the .1 every night with out peeling.. my issues are large pores and preventative wrinkles.. with some previous shallow scars. My doctor placed me on this to help with the texture of my skin and it helps a lot .. I'm worried if i stop that my skin texture will suffer.
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Accutane will often work when other treatments fail. I have had many patients with hormonal acne that improved but did not get complete clearance with OCPs, spironolactone, and topical medications, but were able to achieve clearance with Accutane.I hope this answer is helpful! Best of luck.
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...