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Isotretinoin Initial Breakout Or Allergic Reaction?

Hi guys! I need some help here. I've been on isotretinoin (generic version) for 4 weeks now (29 days to be exact) and I think i might be having an initial breakout last week. The thing is, the new ac...

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10 years ago
Retin A

Yvolo, How long have you been using it? I've been using the same regimen only without the spiro. I broke out badly during the first two months, but once I reached the 12 weeks mark, my face cleared u...

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10 years ago
Bactrim/minocycline

I was on Mino a few weeks before developing allergic reaction to it. My derm then prescribed me bactrim, which I took for 6 months. It worked pretty well, although not exceptionally. But I read a lot ...

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11 years ago
Differin, Spironolactone, Orthotricyclen Combo

I'm using jojoba oil to remove my make up and then wash it again with cerave foaming cleanser. It takes off my face and eye makeup completely. Some people use only jojoba oil but since my pores get cl...

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11 years ago
Acne On Chin Help!

You have to stop touching and picking on it. Picking will lead to more scabbing and awful hyperpigmentation. I think the best way is to keep it moisturized (applying moisturizer after your pimple crea...

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11 years ago
Is This Normal?

Yes, retin a is a brand name for tretinoin. It may help diminish the look of acne scar but not necessarily "remove" it. But of course you gotta use it for a long time, give or take 6months to a year f...

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11 years ago