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Continuous flaky skin even after moisturising?

I am currently on 50mg of Accutane and I am continuously getting flaky skin. I moisturise all the time but about 10 minutes later, I have

Will it impact my progress if I cannot access Accutane for 2 weeks?

Hi Im a 34 year old female i started taking accutane December of 2023 at 40mg then around march was prescribed 60mg now Im currently on 80

20 mg Accutane and exfoliation

I had rhinoplasty two months ago in Turkey, and was prescribed 20mg Isotretsnoin to take after. I havent started yet, but looking to start

Very small cysts continuing to appear on Ears. Cant find cause!

I am 185 lb early 20s male. I do not have acne, but I do have cysts that are appearing in my outer ears. It is ramping up and they are very

How long after Accutane can I begin using retinol? (Photo)

I have just finished a year course of Accutane, how long till I can use a topical retinol? or other treatments like lasers and micro

57 year old starting Accutane - Worried about cystic acne purge

Hi, I am a 57 year old woman who has struggled with cystic acne my entire adult life. I typically will have maybe 2 - 3 cysts at most at a

Still have some remaining cysts after Accutane treatment.

I have finished my Accutane treatment for acne on my back. Although I am not getting any new breakouts, I still have some of the cysts

Extreme permanent dryness 5 years post Accutane

What is recommended for extremely dry, painful skin 5 years post accutane. Thank you.

Is it normal to experience changes in skin texture and increased pore size while using Accutane?

I'm a 22yrs old female and 2 months into treatment with 40mg of accutane and while my acne is improving my skin texture is changing and I

Would a low dose of Accutane eliminate the risk of purging?

I've been on dianette for acne for a very long time but due to my age my GP has said I've got less than a year left on it. I still get