thatguy04 Posted May 12, 2004 Share Posted May 12, 2004 (Wow, its been a while since I've been on the site) Well, for those that don't know, accutain is a drug used to treat acne and usually lasts for up to 6 months of treatment. Its not that bad, but because I've been using it, my acne has started to fade, but my skin has become very dry and irritated. Any advice to help get rid of the dryness (or any other general tips) are greatly appreciated, thanks in advance Link to comment
Protex Posted May 12, 2004 Share Posted May 12, 2004 Some sort of oil-free Mosturizier(sp?) Link to comment
thatguy04 Posted May 12, 2004 Author Share Posted May 12, 2004 Oh ya, I forgot to mention some things. I do use moisturiziers (some with an spf), but my skin continues to be very irritable. Oh ya, and along with that, my lips get very chappy and I do use lip stuff, but like my skin it only helps a little bit. My mom says to just keep doing it constantly, but I dont have time to just put on stuff every second . Link to comment
densil Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 I was in your position about 4 years ago and I'm afraid you really have to put up with it! I tried various moisturisers, some are good but to be honest you may well be a bit of a mess for a while (at least in your eyes). Its not nice, but believe me, in a few months you are going to be looking and feeling great. Its a small price to pay! Steve Link to comment
TroubledTwenties Posted May 13, 2004 Share Posted May 13, 2004 Hey, Yeah I have taken accutane before and the best thing I can tell you is one word...Aquaphor, depending on where you live you can get it at Eckerds where the moisturizes are. It's great, keeps your lips from getting dry, you can also use some on skin. Don't wash your face with harsh soaps. I used dove soap, and I also used oil of olay-I think it was called Oil of Olay Complete or something like that (worked the best for me). Anyhow, good luck! After my accutane usage my skin was 100% clear, best wishes! Link to comment
thatguy04 Posted May 13, 2004 Author Share Posted May 13, 2004 Thanks guys. Densil, your right, it is a pain , but more on my skin than in my eyes, atleast for now. And TroubledTwenties your right, so far, the best moisturizer I have used was Aquaphor, but the dryness persists nevertheless. But then again, small annoyances like this are worth it for clear skin i guess 8) . Link to comment
Lost1 Posted May 19, 2004 Share Posted May 19, 2004 i'm about to go on accutaine. my doctor warned me not to wear contacts but i have to.. do u think it would be ok if i wore them but just with a lot of eye drops and stuff... Link to comment
thatguy04 Posted May 19, 2004 Author Share Posted May 19, 2004 If you can, try wearing glasses, it is getting bad in my eyes sort of now (I wear glasses 8)) , so imagine the pain of wearing lenses on your eyes. Good luck with it though, so far, its clearing up for me (woohoo ), so I'm sure it will work for you . Link to comment
User203 Posted May 23, 2004 Share Posted May 23, 2004 is there anyway to cover a big pimple. I just broke out on my forhead and its really annoying. Its red and i trioed poping it, but only a little puss came out. Sry for being graphic but, any make up thats cheap or something i can use. PLEASE i need help fast. Link to comment
thepinkpanther Posted May 31, 2004 Share Posted May 31, 2004 Dont use any face washes that treat acne just something that will keep your skin clean and your pores clear. For a lotion and face wash i would use Cetaphil. It is about 7 dollars for a bottle of 16 oz. Also Cetaphil face wash. Make sure you moisturise hourly. Your skin will be tough like leather if you dont. If that doesnt work for you, you might need to find a moisturizer that isnt for your face maybe one that is made for your feet. Since your feet dont get oil and currently your faceisnt either maybe that would work well. Find a product that says something like Extreme moisturization or hydration...or advanced healing...I hope this works out for you.. i have acne and its a pain in the but. Nothing seems to work for me but i dont think my face is bad enough for accutain. Link to comment
JonnyG Posted June 1, 2004 Share Posted June 1, 2004 Just deal with it m8. I was on accutaine when i was 17. 6 months of dry skin and chapped lips, but was well worth it to get rid of the horrible spots i use to get. Link to comment
Lost1 Posted June 13, 2004 Share Posted June 13, 2004 does anyone know how long it takes before accutane kicks in and u really notice a difference on your face? Link to comment
fantasia2004 Posted June 14, 2004 Share Posted June 14, 2004 I ahve no idea but I sure would like to know how it works and what are the effects, and is it helping avoid acne scarring, and is it better than proactiv? Be patient . Link to comment
thatguy04 Posted June 14, 2004 Author Share Posted June 14, 2004 From what I know, Accutain is much better than Proactive (and now that I think of it, I have seen other unknown products challenging Proactive). However, Accutain is strictly perscription only by your dermatologist, and does have its side effects. But its worth it if you need it, and it does prevent scars from forming, and lessens some, if not all of the redness in your skin, if you have any. Link to comment
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