I take 50mg of accutane per night and I am going away next week. I usually get dark when I'm in the sun. If I am on accutane, will I still be able to get dark as long as I apply sunscreen frequently? Also, would I be able to stop accutane for the week I am away to reduce the sun sensitivity or would I be able to still remain on it for the week and still get tan? Thanks!
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It is not unheard of to have to repeat a course of Accutane.
There are many variables in place such as skin type, severity of acne, and
dosage that determine this. If you are starting to break out more and more, a
second opinion from a different dermatologist may be helpful.
I would wait 6 six months after you last dose of Accutane to have any elective procedure performed. Accutane can slow down the healing process and may increase the risk of scarring. I even advise patients if they can hold off on any surgery for at least 6 months after the procedure and if they...
I think that you would be fine to resume your regular maintenance facials. However, you may want to begin with mild facials since your skin may be a little more sensitive than it has been in the past. If you tolerate it okay, then proceed with your regular facials.
