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Hi,

I'm wondering what would be a good facial cleanser to use while I'm treating my skin with Isotrexin (isotretinoin 0.05% + erthromycin 2.00%). If someone else who has used a similar gel could let me know what face wash you used, I'd really appreciate it!

Also has anyone here used a salicylic acid face wash at the same time as one of these gels? I was recommended the Neutrogina 2-in-1 visibly clear wash, but I am a bit concerned that the combination of the salicylic face wash and the reinoid gel might be a bit much for my skin. I'm currently using a face wash called 'Freederm facial cleanser' - maybe someone has experience of using that in conjunction with a retinoid gel?

Sorry for all the questions but I'm a curious person

Thanks in advance

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Well I tried the 'Neutrogina 2-in-1 visibly clear wash' and I wouldn't recommend it! After using it twice a day for just two days my skin had got noticeably worse - I would say I had roughly twice as many spots as before I started using it. Seems salicylic acid and a retonoid cream is just a bit too rough for my skin.

Thought I would mention it in case someone else was wondering the same thing. This way you don't have to go through making your skin worse to find out!

I suppose it could have just been an initial reaction but I don't really want to have to deal with that everyday.

Back to freederm for now but I've ordered a few gentler cleansers that I'm going to try (hopefully with more success)