I had a massive break out this summer after 1.5 years of clear skin following roaccutane 01/2015-06/2015.
I have also had a previous round of roaccutane that kept me clear for 4 years 06/2009-09/2014.
The break out was sudden and lasted multiple months. I finally went to a derm who gave me duac, doxycycline and differin.
I came off the doxy after 6 weeks. The duac was great and I stopped using it after 12 weeks to try and avoid antibiotic resistance. Im still using the differin at night to keep my cheeks clear and help heal whatever these are ( I suspect ice pics and some boxcars with a touch of hyperpigmentation?). I've also added in Sallycylic acid in the am and benzoyl peroxide 2.5 % for my forehead as it has always been a bit temperamental but clears up quickly with BP.
My skin is quite red since I added in the the SA but I think it will calm down soon (hopefully).
My question is, what exactly are these scars? And will they heal? Should I be doing anything else to help them?
My routine:
Am:
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser
wait 15-20 minutes
SA 2% Paulas Choice BHA
Wait 20 minutes
BP apply BP to forehead
Wait 20 minutes
Apply Body Shop Tea Tree Matt Lotion
Apply factor 50 Sunscreen 20 minutes before going out in the sun (Also use physical barrier)
PM:
Cetaphil oily skin cleanser
Wait 15-20 minutes
Apply differin to cheeks
Apply BP to forehead
Wait 30 minutes
Apply Bepanthen Moisturising Cream