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If i use african black soap while taking accutane will the soap counteract the medicines job in the long run? maybe with the soaps oils?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

No: Use any skin cleanser which is not drying or irritating. You will need something for dry skin, especially for your lips and possibly inside your nose. Don't spend a lot of money on soap because you just need something not too caustic. Ask your dermatologist for samples.

Answered 6/21/2018

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A member asked:

If i use african black soap while taking accutane will the soap counteract the medicines job in the long run? maybe with the soaps oils?

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Dr. J. Lawrence Dohan answered

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