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Mar 30, 2014
Kellsy M.
I was recently put on Accutane, and I could use some help! Does anyone have any miracle product recommendations? My skin is incredibly dry everywhere and the medicine is also messing with me psychologically. I don't go back to the doctor for another couple weeks, so anything would be greatly appreciated!
Mar 30, 2014
Kitty K.
Your skin will be very dry so you need to be moisturizing more than twice a day. You can mix the moisturizer with a non-comedogenic oil like hemp, argna, or jojoba oil.
I really do not recommend the Ultra Repair cream listed above when using something that strong.
As quoted by one of my fave 'cosmetic cop' paulas choice on the ultra repair cream..
http://www.paulaschoice.com/beautypedia-skin-care-reviews/by-brand/first-aid-beauty/_/Ultra-Repair-Cream-Intense-Therapy-Skin-Protectant-w/FAB-Antioxidant-Booster
Nothing about this product is ultra or intense and it contains only a minute amount of antioxidants, so it isn't boosting either. What it does have is a completely mundane formula of oatmeal, water, glycerin, and wax. That isn't terrible, but it certainly isn’t therapy for skin. The problem is that it contains eucalyptus, which is a skin irritant and, therefore, not good for any skin type. Plus, the 6 fl. oz. size is packaged in a jar, adding to this product's woes. (see More Info below for details on irritation, eucalyptus, and jar packaging).
Pros:
Contains skin-soothing colloidal oatmeal.
Cons:
Eucalyptus, even in small amounts, is a skin irritant, not a skin soother.
Boring formula doesn't begin to approach what's best for sensitive skin.
Jar package won't keep the teeny amount of antioxidants present stable.
More Info:
Eucalyptus contains fragrance ingredients known to irritate skin, especially skin with a compromised barrier (which is characteristic of those who struggle with sensitive skin). Eucalyptus oil is more cause for concern than the extract, but because First Aid Beauty doesn't list the form of the plant they used (and because of this product's scent) we're playing it safe and recommending that you avoid this moisturizer. Sensitive skin needs ingredients that rebuild and restore a healthy skin surface; irritants such as eucalyptus impair this process and potentially make sensitive skin more of a concern.
The fact that it’s packaged in a jar means the beneficial ingredients won't remain stable once it is opened. All plant extracts, vitamins, antioxidants, and other state-of-the-art ingredients break down in the presence of air, so once a jar is opened and lets the air in these important ingredients begin to deteriorate. Jars also are unsanitary because you’re dipping your fingers into them with each use, adding bacteria which further deteriorate the beneficial ingredients (Sources: Free Radical Biology and Medicine, September 2007, pages 818-829; Ageing Research Reviews, December 2007, pages 271-288; Dermatologic Therapy, September-October 2007, pages 314-321; International Journal of Pharmaceutics, June 12, 2005, pages 197-203; Pharmaceutical Development and Technology, January 2002, pages 1-32; International Society for Horticultural Science, www.actahort.org/members/showpdf?booknrarnr=778_5; Beautypackaging.com, and www.beautypackaging.com/articles/2007/03/airless-packaging.php).
Mar 30, 2014
Anupa M.
I was on accutane for a bit and it also effected me psychologically. I became depressed and paranoid...if you feel like you're changing psychologically I'd suggest you mention it to your derm. Eventually my doctor had no point to pull me off of it because the risk was not worth it.
For the mean time, use a good moisturizer. Aquaphor is nice but my favorite has to be Aveeno Replenishing Skin Lotion. When my skin gets especially dry I plop a drop or two of sweet almond oil :) Good luck!!
Mar 30, 2014
Kitty K.
Mar 30, 2014
M G.
I think I saw ms Traci L jojoba oil. maybe try tht.
Mar 30, 2014
M G.
*recommend
Mar 30, 2014
Kitty K.
@Jacqlyn I purchased it and returned it...same reason as seeing it recommended but it left my skin red and irritated my skin a good amount.. I know a couple of girls ( I think Rozberry ) had the same reaction as well. I am not a fan of redness and irritation so I prefer to go the safe route.
Mar 30, 2014
Courtney H.
I'm on it right now and found Vaseline clinical therapy to work well for my face and body. I would have never in a million years put this on my face before Accutane because it's so heavy but it really works. also if your lips are cracking, try putting olive oil, honey and brown sugar to exfoliate all the dead skin
Mar 31, 2014
Katie J.
Yeah definitely stop taking accutane immediately! There is so much evidence showing how negative it is for individuals, I'm surprised they still even prescribe it. It may give the results but the side effects are horrendous. Moisturize a ton and when you go back to your doctor ask about using another medicine such as Atralin or Acanya, both of which are very inexpensive and effective.
Mar 31, 2014
Caitlin M.
^ Along those lines, not everyone will experience the psychological side effects and if they do they may even out over time. The dryness is normal, it comes with pretty much any type of heavy duty acne treatment although Accutane is obviously the most drying. You also should never just suddenly stop taking a prescription medication without consulting your doctor first. Stopping anything very quickly can have even worse side effects because you'll be depriving your body of something it's used to having, even if that thing is causing bad side effects. And as Jacqlyn pointed out already, you have to sign a pledge and get frequent blood testing to make sure that everything is normal. They don't just give it to you and send you on your way, they monitor all side effects and counts within the blood to prevent very negative side effects from occurring. Also, Accutane is usually a last resort medication. People usually don't get it until they have tried a lot of other medications that have not worked. Doctors prescribe things because they feel the results of the treatment will outweigh the side effects. If they didn't think it would help significantly they wouldn't prescribe it at all. Many people have success with it and get rid of their acne for good.