I have just started taking Amnesteem (which is the exact same thing as Accutane, just a different brand) and my face is already starting to dry out. I can't remember what my dermatoligist said about mosturizers so I am asking you guys. So, can i moisturize my face while taking accutane so it doesn't look so dry?
2007-06-22 03:28:05 · 7 answers · asked by arodgardner 2 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Skin Conditions
not only can you use moisturizer, you should. Just be sure to use a water based moisturizer, not one with oils in it.
2007-06-22 03:31:34 · answer #1 · answered by essentiallysolo 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I just started taking Amnesteem about 4 days ago. I haven't noticed any significant drying of my face yet but my doctor did say to moisturize everyday. He also said it was neccesary to stop the use of ALL topical treatments and to let the Accutane work alone. The only real change I have noticed so far is that my lips seem dryer than usual, but it's not something that can't be ixed with vaseline. I wish you the best of luck with your treatment!
2007-06-22 08:28:14 · answer #2 · answered by itsmecafee 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The best moisturizer while on acne medications is Cetaphil. It won't clog your pores up (aka no pimples) & it moisturizes well & won't irritate your face. But maybe not the 1 with sunscreen in it, can be irritating. Also, their face wash is very soft & useful. Your lips are going to start getting severely chapped too, try Dr. Dan's lip balm. (CVS, etc.) - All of this is what my derm recommended while I was on Accutane. Good luck.
P.S. avoid sun exposure.
2007-06-22 03:34:45 · answer #3 · answered by Scarlett G 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
while my son grow to be on Accutane, he grow to be advised to no longer use a moisturizer. He grow to be warned that he would have discomfort from dryness yet while he needed appropriate effects to stressful it out until the therapy grow to be carried out. His usual practitioner did provide him a wash that gave a splash alleviation. i do no longer remember the call; it grow to be a prescription.
2016-10-02 22:57:00 · answer #4 · answered by vukcevic 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Should be OK as long as you don't use something that aggravates acne, i.e. plugs the little holes where acne forms and allows infection to start.
2007-06-22 03:43:35 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, just make sure it is water based, not an oil based lotion.
2007-06-22 03:31:29 · answer #6 · answered by jeeperamyjo 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Definitely! You need to!
2007-06-22 03:31:18 · answer #7 · answered by Amanda 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋