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Do not get waxed anywhere on the body while on Accutane as this may results in erosions on the skin. Also avoid laser and light treatments, as well as depilatory at this time. Acceptable options for hair removal are threading, plucking, and shaving.
It is not a good idea to undergo waxing while on Accutane. In fact, it can result in very bad burns or pulled off skin. I absolutely would recommend you not do this!
Skin is very sensitive after Accutane therapy. The redness will gradually fade but if you would like quicker fading, you can consider IPL treatments. If done carefully, IPL could be started soon after finishing your course of Accutane. Older literature states that...
Accutane is a drying, exfoliating medication so one should avoid glycolic acid, salicylic acid, lactic acid, retinoids and scrubs when taking it. Use of these ingredients while on Accutane will likely result in irritation. Instead use a moisturizing cleanser that does not exfoliate.
Accutane has a very short half-life meaning it's out of your system within a day. This is why some doctors will allow you to do laser treatments while undergoing an Accutane regimen, as long as the people doing your treatments are very experienced. 20mg a day is a very low dosage anyway. I don't...
