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Accutane Survival Kit: Essentials you’ll wish you knew sooner!

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My go-to products and tools that are helping me survive and thrive on Accutane. From gentle moisturizers to supplements, these essentials keep my skin healthy, comfortable, and protected every step of the way.
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Face

 
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This skin-conditioning toner immediately replenishes hydration, helps maintain moisture, and soothes dry skin.
Moisture Balance Toner | Replenish & Soothe Dehydrated Skin Ð ...
 
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This product has single handedly saved my skin barrier! It is my daily night cream & I also use it before a full face of makeup to keep my skin hydrated!
Cicalfate+ Restorative Protective Cream
 
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This hydrating & refreshing eye cream helps reduce dark circles and puffiness featuring a soothing, metal tip!
Revitalizing Eye Cream
 
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This lightweight moisturizer is perfect for your morning routine, keeping skin hydrated without feeling greasy. It absorbs quickly, leaving your skin soft, fresh, and ready for the day.
DewRx Ultra Light Moisturizer
 
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This is one of my favorite face moisturizers if you are willing to splurge! Can be used morning and night to keep the skin hydrated and visibly healthier!
Ultra Facial Cream
 
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If you’re willing to splurge this eye cream is so soothing and actually brightens my under eyes, plus it’s vegan and fragrance free!
Banana Bright+ Eye Crème - Vitamin C
 
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Sunscreen is a must on accutane, this one is light weight and non pore-clogging!
Mineral Matte SPF 28
 
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My favorite strong acne spot treatment!
Sulfur Spot Treatment for Acne
 
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This helps soothe irritated skin and reduces inflammation and redness!
Avène Thermal Spring Water
 
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Cheap, good ingredients and works well! Can be used on face and body!
Pure Moisture Daily Body & Face Lotion

Supplements

 
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Get the highest concentration of omega-3s with this sustainable and ethically sourced supplement, supporting heart, brain, and joint health. Its refreshing lemon flavor masks the fishy taste, making it easy and enjoyable to take every day.
Nordic Naturals ProOmega 2000 Lemon 120 Soft Gels
 
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Taking cetirizine alongside Accutane can help relieve common side effects like itching, dryness, and skin purging. This gentle antihistamine supports comfort while your skin adjusts to treatment.
Cetirizine (Zyrtec): Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures, Warnings & ...
 
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Helps with inflammation and restless nights!
CALM Magnesium - Natural Vitality
 
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Helps restore balance and improve gut absorption which is linked to skin health.
Physician's Choice Probiotics 60 Billion CFU - 10 Strains + Organic Prebiotics

Hydrating Hair products

 
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I love this product! Deeply hydrates dry scalps while also toning and balancing oiliness and reduces itchiness!
Eva NYC Balance It All Hydrating Scalp Serum
 
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Keeps my scalp dandruff free using it once a week!
Nizoral Anti-Dandruff Shampoo with 1% Ketoconazole, Fresh Scent, 7 Fl Oz
 
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Leaves my hair hydrated and smelling sooo fresh for days!
Moisturizing Shampoo
 
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Smells incredible and not heavy on the hair!
V&Co. Beauty Straight Hair Moisturizing Conditioner with Peptide Technology ...
 
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Doesn’t weigh my hair down but leaves it feeling soft and hydrated!
Coconut Kiss Moisturizing Conditioner

Acne Tools

 
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The cheapest LED mask i’ve found and works so well for inflammation
Pure Daily Care Luma Mask LED Skincare Device for the Face
 
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I love this for spot treating stubborn pimples!
Pure Daily Care NuDerma Handheld Skin Therapy Wand Machine w/Neon ...
 
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I am obsessed with acne patches, they help me to stop picking!
Mighty Patch™ Original Pimple Patch | 36 Count
 
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Must have for cystic under the skin acne! Targets early stage blemishes by helping bring gunk to the surface!
Mighty Patch Micropoint™ Microneedle Blemish Patches
 
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The easy & sanitary way to extract dirt, oil and blackheads!
DERMAPORE+ Deep Cleaning Device
 
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Relieves skin dryness, soothes nasal dryness and just all around helps alleviate symptoms from accutane
Humidifiers for Allergies & Sinus

Lips, nose, eyes

 
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I use this 24/7 to prevent my lips from getting chapped or cracked!
Aquaphor® Healing Ointment 14oz | Multi-Purpose
 
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Sound weird but works wonders for my lip creases! I use this at night or all day if my lips are really dry!
Lansinoh Lanolin Nipple Cream Safe for Breastfeeding Baby, 100% Natural ...
 
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This product has prevented me from having any bloody noses and dryness in my nose!
Saline Nasal Sprays
 
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This keeps my eyes moisturized reduces irritation!
REFRESH TEARS® Lubricant Eye Drops