If I decide to stop Accutane mid-treatment due to bad side effects, will my acne come back full force & worse than before?

Any dose of Accutane will make you more sensitive to the sun and can lead to sunburns, so lowering the dose would not make a big difference. You can still enjoy the summer you just need to be careful in the sun and be smart about spending time outside. If the acne is severe enough to...

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...

The simple answer is yes, although most non cosmetic dermatologists will tell you to do nothing on your skin till done with the isotretinoin.  I use salicylic acid peels, microneedling, skin care and facials on patients while on isotretinion.  Best, Dr. Emer.