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Is it safe to use a sauna while on isotretinoin?
The sauna warns against being on “medication” but they’re so exasperatingly nonspecific it’s a useless warning. So what about isotretinoin? Anybody know? I’m not finding anything on the internet about it.
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I was on isotretinoin for about 7 months and after about 5 months into treatment I went to a Spa with some friends. I used all their facilities (excluding waxing) and my skin was fine after a whole day spent in warm water spas, saunas, and extreme steam rooms. I just moisturised well after we were done for the day. My skin was so soft after the day of pampering so I think it kind of helped in a way. I guess the key is to not overdo it. But if you still feel uncertain (because we all have different reactions to the medication – the only side effect I had was very dry hands and lips and I know others have had way more severe reactions to it), ring your doctor and ask.