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3 months in
All going well, only negative is that about 3 weeks ago I got a big pimple on my left cheek and stupidly popped it. This left a scar and also hyperpigmentation :( Minimal side effects besides dryness though. After December I will go back to 10mg a day which the derm advised, then after a few months just a maintenance dose. Also the red mark below my left ear is from using tea tree oil, do not use while on accutane!
5 Weeks Done!
I am now 5 weeks into my accutane treatment of 20mg a day, and all I can say is wow! My skin feels so much smoother, the majority of my clogged pores have either dried up or have surfaced and are now fading away. I did get a little bit of an initial breakout around the 3 week period but that only lasted a week or so. My confidence is fully back and I have no hesitations in doing all the things I used to love doing. I have been playing a lot of golf and I also work outside, I have managed to not only get a slight tan but I only ever get a little bit pink after a day in the sun. Just make sure you wear sunscreen! I absolutely recommend this drug to anyone struggling with acne issues. Onwards and upwards from here!
One week in
All going well so far! Haven't been too dry at all and side effects have been minimal. Overall I have been very positive about it all which has helped. I disagree how they say that accutane can cause depression, I reckon it is the complete opposite! If anyone who reads this has a good recommendation for a moisturiser without SPF for night time please let me know!