How can I help Accutane heal me?

Question

I have been on Accutane for 23 days exactly. My skin hasn't really showed too much signs of healing or initial breakout..

Now I am starting to see some zits pop up.

What can I do to help Accutane do it's Job better? Are there foods I should stick to eating regularly? Or any topical medication I can use to heal the surfacing zits?

Answer 1

that's a question for your doc because anything topical might cause a

reaction and everybody's skin reacts differently.

what's your water intake like?

just eat a healthy diet and exercise that should help;quit fast food and

learn how to cook for yourself sometimes:salads are awesome for skin

Answer 2

Acutane is suppose to make your skin worse before it makes it better...that is just how it works give it more time!

Answer 3

I took Accutane 8 years ago and it was an awful experience.  The first time I only lasted about halfway through the program and I experienced terrible side effects.  My skin was so dry, I couldn't wear contact lenses and I had awful rashes on my arms and legs.  Then I tried it again a few months later and had a better experience.  My acne did clear up, but to be honest, after the program I was breaking out again within 6 months.  I found it best to avoid touching my face.  I wouldn't recommend using another topical cream because your skin is going to be so sensitive already.  I think it will have to get worse before it gets better, at least that was the case for me.  It's not an overnight transformation.  I hope this helps!

Answer 4

Accutane is bad for you and doesn't work.

At least it didn't work for me

Try this instead

http://www.My-Info-Portal.com/acnefreedo...

It works great

Good luck

Answer 5

I felt the same way! I finished a 6 month course of Accutane about 3 months ago. Everyone said "it will get worse before it gets better." I wouldn't say I got worse... it just took a long time for things to clear up. I continued to get acne into the beginning of my 5th month.

It was very frustrating because it is not an easy medication to be on and the side-effects are not fun. I know you will hear it from everyone but, you need to be patient. My dermo reminded me of the frequently.

I wouldn't recommend using an additional topical... your skin will become extremely dry. Just buy a good moisturizer (I used one made by Purpose) and Aquaphor (for your lips... its worth the purchase)

GOOD LUCK!

Answer 6

PATIENCE!  Drink lots of water, eat lots of veggies and fruits, stay away from Soda's and alcohol.  I would not suggest using a topical because your skin is going to be so sensitive already. If you are picker you need to stop that as well.  I noticed that if I did pick my face I would make the zit look even worse and you don't heal like you normally would if you were not on the medication.  I am in my 5th month now and my skin has seen better days, so really you could clear up then get worse or vice versa.