Any suggestions for body and face moisturizer while on isotretionoin?

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 includes:
DrynessRednessItchingBurningDiscomfortIn my office in Beverly Hills, I prescribe Accutane quite a bit for cystic acne and inflammatory scarring. Patients are advised to moisturize frequently with a non-oily moisturizer such as Elevase Moisture Booster, which we use in our office. Applied liberally on the face, the ceramides are soothing and relieve discomfort when possible. 
Best, 
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Agree - love the Dr. Dan's lip balm.  Good regular moisturization is key to minimizing accutane dryness.  Here are some of my favorites - CeraVe AM with SPF 30 for the morning, Avene Tolerance Extreme for the night time.  For the body, I love CeraVe, Vanicream, or Cetaphil.  It is still possible to get a few dry patches while diligently moisturizing on accutane - also known as retinoid dermatitis.  If this is the case, visit with your dermatologist and they can prescribe an anti-inflammatory cream to help treat this.  

Through trial and error when having to take Accutane (isotretinoin) myself for cystic acne, I tried out and sampled many facial moisturizers. Having an oily complexion, I hardly ever used any lotions or creams on my face other than sunscreen. In retrospect, I understand your confusion. I find that when taking Accutane, the skin is dry but also can be very sensitive; therefore, I recommend AveneTrixera Emollient Cleanser Gel and Lotion to all of my patients while on Accutane.