Does Accutane cause sticky skin?

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I've been taking 20mg of accutane 3 times a week and its the only thing I can think that is causing my skin to feel constantly sticky - why is that and can anything be done about it?

Steven L. Greene, MD · Answer

This is a very uncommon side effect of Accutane therapy.   Because of its effect on the sebaceous glands and the viscosity of the sebum, a few people will experience this stickiness problem.    Hyaluronic acid serums are very helpful in neutralizing this phenomenon since it attracts water mitigating this feeling of stickiness.  I hope this is helpful.Steven L. Greene MDAdvanced Dermatology and Laser Institute of Seattle

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