Is Accutane appropriate for my condition?

Accutane is a go-to medication for patients with recalcitrant cystic acne. It can reduce pore size and also reduce sebum production in your skin, making it less oily; and in turn, dryer. Accutane can be used to control acne, but patients receiving the medication should be carefully monitored. In terms of skincare, always wear an appropriate sunscreen and reduce direct sun exposure. In my patients, I recommend a good ceramide moisturizer such as Elevase whenever they are on Accutane. This will keep the skin hydrated and reduce the oiliness of the skin that is associated with oil-based moisturizers.

Best,
Dr. Karamanoukian
Realself100 Surgeon

Accutane is excellent when used correctly. There are ways to deal with purge - start slow or add steroids at the beginning of the treatment. You may also use procedures for scar resurfacing during treatment with Accutane (we did not recommend this in the past but recent studies showed it is safe and may help quicker). Good luck!