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accutane…?
I’m just starting to take the pill…or actually seeing the effects such as dry skin and lips. I have no problems with my liver or anything, I’ve been cleared and actually started several days ago (6-ish).
Anyway, what are some good ways to keep moisture in my skin. I’ve always used lotion and chapstick (Burt’s Bee’s for some reason and Vaseline) but idk if they’ll still work…
HELP!!!
When I was on it I had Nutragina Moisturizing (oil free only) for my face, and Aquaphor for my lips (it comes in a white yube with a blue top) its thick but it works
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Drink a lot of fluids. And keep using lotion and chapstick. Both my brother and sister used accutane, it was hard on them at first, but after a while it payed off and they dont have skin problems any more.
Drinking lots of water is important. It will stop your skin drying out as much and getting flaky.
I also use Neutrogena moisturiser as it is non-condomic meaning it doesnt block pores and cause further outbreaks plus it was nice and light but very moisturising.
I found the best chapsticks where the Nivea brands but at its peak I was going through a chapstick a week so you will have plenty of opportunity to find one that suits well.
The drugs have been improved upon greatly since they came out on the market and you should not be afraid of severe side effects. I read up lots on it and was prepared for the worst but all I got were dry lips, i didnt suffer any other side effects..
Good Luck