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Isotretinoin is an oral retinoida derivative of vitamin Aand its the most effective FDA-approved treatment forsevere nodular acne.
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What side effects, exactly?
I was thrilled when my skin completely cleared up within about three weeks.
So the good news is, this stuff really worked for me.
But…my whole body was so dry that I felt like the physical embodiment of the Saltine challenge.
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Cetaphil Daily Facial Cleanser, $9
I recommend a gentle cleanser, Dr. Marchbein says.
That can be anything from Cetaphil to CeraVe to Neutrogena to micellar water.
How does it work?
It creates a protective barrier that seals in moisture without being too occlusive.
Beyond helping with the omnipresent sting ofcracked lips, I also rubbed Aquaphor in my dry nostrils.
However, it does have lanolin, so people with wool sensitivities should avoid it, Dr. Marchbein says.
During my time on isotretinoin, I swore by this mineral brush-on sunscreen to protect my face.
Seriously, I could go a week without washing it!
These are the eye drops that Dr. Marchbein recommends to all of her patients experiencing dry eyes on isotretinoin.
She also suggests moisturizers withhyaluronic acid(which attracts water) as well asceramidesandfatty acids.
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