After Effects of Accutane

I finished my 4 month course of Accutane about a month ago. I was on 30mg a
day. Throughout the course i did not use a moisturiser at all but had no
problems and my face cleared right up. SInce stopping i have not got acne
back but just red blemishes. I am woundering is this because it is summer
and im not moisturising or applying sun block. Can the sun make blemished
more apparent. I find that moisturisers are 2 greasy for my skin and make
the blemishes look alot worse than if i wash my face with soap and dry it
out. If i should b using a moisturiser could anyone direct me to a good one
cos there are so many on the market claiming to be the "miracle" but not
sure which one to go with, Anyone have simular experiances or any advice??

Hi,

Yes, I have been told the sun can darken the red spots and make them
more visable so what you are experiencing seems about right.

I am on Accutane and have used Cetaphil moisturizer on my face since
day 1. I have the lotion with SPF 15 and even though my skin doesn't
feel very dry I apply a thin layer after I shower in the morning and
it seems to work. Red spots I get from the few blemishes I have gotten
on Accutane vanish in a few days, my skin has a very smooth and even
tone and no flaking or dryness. Also, the sunscreen must be a good
thing too.

So, I am not having the red spot problem others mention nor the dry
flaky skin on my face. Could just be my skin or could be the daily use
of Cetaphil.. you may want to give it a shot.

BTW- There is Cetaphil LOTION and Cetaphil CREAM. Both work great, but
I would recommend the lotion for daily wear. Much lighter and easier
to apply. If you get very dry in some areas (elbows, knees, etc.) you
can always use the cream at night.