Okay, so, let’s talk about my skin. For years, I struggled with persistent acne. I tried everything – every cream, every face wash, the whole nine yards. Nothing really worked for long. Then, I heard about Accutane, but the stories about side effects kind of freaked me out. That’s when I stumbled upon the idea of “microdosing” it.
Basically, microdosing Accutane means taking way smaller doses than usual, but for a longer time. The idea is to get the benefits without as many side effects. Sounded interesting, right?
So, I went for it.
First, I talked to my dermatologist. It was important to get their okay and figure out a safe dosage. We started with a super low dose, even lower than what some people consider a microdose. My dosage was in the range of 20-40mg a week, I have done this for a few weeks now.
Here’s how it went down:
- Weeks 1-4: Honestly, not much happened. My skin was still breaking out, maybe a little less, but nothing drastic. I started to feel a bit discouraged, not gonna lie.
- Weeks 5-8: Things started to shift. I noticed my skin getting less oily. The breakouts were becoming less frequent and less intense. Still, I kept reminding myself that this was a marathon, not a sprint.
- Weeks 9-12: Okay, now we’re talking! My skin was definitely clearing up. I’d still get the occasional pimple, but they were small and healed super fast. I was actually starting to feel confident about my skin again!
- Weeks 13-16: It’s weird and amazing at the same time. It was mostly clear skin, I was getting compliments, which was a nice change. I think the best part was not having to think about my skin all the time.
I kept going with the microdosing, and I’m happy to report that my skin has stayed pretty clear. It’s not perfect, I mean, I’m human. But the difference is night and day. I know microdosing Accutane isn’t a mainstream thing, and it’s definitely not for everyone. But for me, it’s been a game-changer. It’s all about finding what works for you, and sometimes, thinking outside the box a little can make a big difference.
I know it is not an overnight fix. It requires patience and finding the right dosage with your dermatologist is key. Also, it is essential to listen to your body during the process. The journey takes time and is different for everyone. For me, it was worth it.
