Skin Care Routine While On Accutane
One of the most common side effects of Accutane (isotretinoin) is skin dryness and increased sensitivity. It is important to avoid skin and hair products that dry or irritate the skin while on Accutane.
Whether on Accutane or not, Skin Health begins with what we put inside our bodies, not directly on our skin:
Drink A LOT of water
Avoid toxins like alcohol and smoking.
Sleep is the best beauty product.
High-protein, high-fiber, anti-inflammatory nourishment for elasticity, acne prevention, a healthy microbiome, and reducing chronic inflammation.
Limit added sugars and processed foods,.
Eliminate dairy products.
Limit caffeine to one cup of coffee daily
Exercise 4-5 times per week to increase blood flow to skin and detoxify naturally.
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Accutane/Post Accutane Skin Care Routine
Patch Test First
1) Cleanse with hydrating gentle plant-based cleanser such
2) Hydrating/Niacinamide-containing serum (NO Vitamin C or alpha hydroxy)
3) Moisturize skin, hair, neck with non-comedogenic pumpkin seed oil
4) Moisturize with Desert Essence Daily Moisturizer
Accutane: Avoid vitamin C containing products. Avoid exfoliants or microdermabrasion products. These can all irritate the skin. Patch test all products before applying to entire affected area.
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