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  • 17 Years
  • 20/02/2025

I'm in my second week of taking isotretinoin at 40mg a day, and I've noticed some whiteheads popping up on my cheeks. Does isotretinoin actually help with getting rid of these, or should I be prepared for more breakouts before it gets better? Curious to know what I should expect in the coming weeks.

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