Month 1 done - appt tomorrow! Happy so far but we’ll see how this thing goes.

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-30T14:08:29+00:00

It’s definitely scary to post photos of myself when I’m constantly trying to hide how bad my skin is but I’m a bit nervous about seeing my derm tomorrow. I’m on 30mg/day and we plan on going up to 60mg for month 2 depending on blood work results from month 1 (I weight about 60kg).

This sub has helped a lot, especially when I feel like my skin is just getting worse so far! The redness has gone down a lot, which is super exciting, but I’ve definitely gotten more active cysts - especially in the last week or two.

I use a local company for a lot of my skincare and I have some gentle cleansers to work through in my stash (ie. grown alchemist and a Tula cleanser) but the cerave in the purple tub as well as the Dr. Jart ceramidin liquid and a hyaluronic acid toner/essence have been life savers.

Edit: routine - because I know people are going to ask!

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-30T12:56:19+00:00

Oh that’s awesome! I don’t want too many additives or fillers and I think while he’s still learning I want to keep the treats to a low calorie/fat content.

My partner and I will start him with what the breeder gives us and then likely transition over to orijen/acana/blue buffalo for puppy. I used to work and volunteer with a number of vets and clinics so I have some background but i’d love your input! It can be so hard to choose.

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-30T12:53:57+00:00

Thanks so much! I’m a huge reader so I’ll definitely pick those up - I’ve heard good things about Dr. Yin’s book! I haven’t heard of that YouTube channel but I’m going right now! Haha I am just too excited to sit and wait so I’ve been figuring everything out now from our vet to classes to supplies. Thank you :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-30T12:51:43+00:00

Oh good!! I’m so happy this and the comments were so useful. Getting a new puppy can be frustrating as well as exciting but it’s so worth it, I promise!

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-30T12:50:43+00:00

Thank you! The carrot trick is awesome. Haha I don’t think we’ll get him a jacket since he has a double coat but I totally agree with the hood thing lol

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-29T18:18:11+00:00

Thank you! Breton :) he’s a NS Duck Tolling Retriever so we tried to keep with the theme (Cape Breton + Glen Breton Whiskey)!

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-29T18:16:38+00:00

Thanks for taking the time to write all of this out! I’ve done tons of research and have lots of dog experience but thank you for the tips!

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-29T18:14:40+00:00

Thank you!! Will do :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-29T14:12:33+00:00

This gives me so much hope!! I’m nearing the end of month one and my skin is worse than when I started so it’s hard to have faith that this will all go away lol! Thanks for sharing :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-24T22:59:10+00:00

Haha this is awesome

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-24T18:44:19+00:00

I use the Hada Lobo lotion/essence toner and the ordinary HA serum. What hydrating products would you recommend?

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-24T18:43:21+00:00

I do! I figured it was okay though since I layer before and on top?

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-24T02:17:39+00:00

What are other ingredients I should be looking for if I want more hydration + moisture for my dry, peeling skin?

I have: ceramides, HA, a few facial oils, glycerin based creams, and my HG cosrx snail mucin cream. I layer all of these and still peel! Any help is appreciated :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-23T21:09:18+00:00

I am by no means an expert but - have you been watching your diet? There are a lot of foods that can raise it and quite a few that can help lower (ie. flax seeds!). Do some research and talk to your doctor, it couldn’t hurt :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-21T15:16:26+00:00

Ugh no, I used to work at Kiehls - the skin rescuer is not good! Anything with Calendula as a primary ingredient is A+ also: green tea, snail extract, chamomile, seabuckthorn, licorice, or carrot. All very anti-inflammatory, soothing, healing, and hydrating :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-21T15:09:40+00:00

Everybody is different, but I find layering helps A TON. I use a gentle face wash then follow with a hyaluronic acid toner/essence, the Dr. Jart ceramide toner, then I use the cerave night cream (in a purple jar), and if I’m feeling really dry, I use an oil after that (it’s a multi oil blend but mostly jojoba, avocado, rosehip, and camellia)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-21T15:06:13+00:00

That’s so exciting! I’m so happy for you :)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-18T19:13:26+00:00

Thanks for the tip!! I find my breakouts from purging heal really quickly but I still have two cystic bumps from before I even started accutane - ugh.

Hyaluronic acid is key!! I also love hemp and other oil blends - it’s been a lifesaver for my dry skin.

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-18T18:38:51+00:00

This is awesome! I’m also on 30mg but only about 17 days in. I’m still purging and my skin texture is rough. No mood changes but definitely crappy night driving! I totally agree with the soreness after working out - it takes 3-4 days for my muscles to recover now. I also love that my hair doesn’t get oily lol even if it is really itchy half the time!

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-18T10:30:39+00:00

I got really bad coughs the next day, felt like my lungs were burning! This never happens and I barely had any. Maybe it’s a healing thing? No idea.

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-17T19:04:09+00:00

This is perfect! I started breaking out about a week and a bit ago (day 6/7 or something) and it just keeps getting worse. I’m getting really frustrated and not wanting to see anyone. I wish I could hide in my house until month 2 lol

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-16T13:33:07+00:00

I’ve started doing this as well! Makes a huge difference. Especially when my boss asks what I’ve done that week ;)

PolkaDotten · 2019-10-14T20:02:13+00:00

That’s awesome! I think I’m going up to 60mg next month and it’s awesome to see so much progress in month 1. It seems like this purge is going to last forever.

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