How to get rid of post Accutane redness? (Photos)

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After my second cycle the redness appeared AFTER I stopped taken accutane, while on it my skin tone was normal and there was no redness. The redness stayed until I started my 3rd cycle and once I stared it the redness went almost completely away but once I finished with the cycle the redness returned. After 3 months with redness I went to the dermatologist and he gave me a foamy steroid cream meant for people with rocsea... it did nothing. I'm 15 months post accutane and it hasn't gone away.

Raffy Karamanoukian, MD, FACS · Answer

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.

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Dr. Karamanoukian
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Dr. Karamanoukian 
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F. Victor Rueckl, MD (in memoriam) · Answer

You very well could have rosacea and your acne may have been acne-rosacea. While you said the Rx didn't work, there is a good chance you need a different Rx that may work better for you. Discuss more with your dermatologist. "This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

How to get rid of post Accutane redness? (Photos)

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