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The video likely resonated with viewers experiencing similar skin issues due to its relatable and vulnerable portrayal of a long-term acne journey. The progression of images and honest commentary created a strong narrative that fostered connection and engagement.

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Summary

This is a slideshow documenting the creator's skin journey from 2020 to 2026, showing periods of severe acne, temporary clear skin, and recurring breakouts. The creator details various treatments tried, including doxycycline, tretinoin, spironolactone, and eventually starting Accutane.

Structure

1Introduction to skin journey (2020-2026)
2Early struggles with acne and ineffective treatments
3Periods of clear skin and subsequent breakouts
4Decision to start Accutane treatment
5Accutane treatment progression and current skin status

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my skin journey from 2020-2026 november 2020 november 2020 january 2021 i was on and off doxycycline i think twice between 2020 and 2022, tretinoin here and there — i honestly don't remember and it didn't really work 100% november 2023 skin magically cleared up out of no where after i graduated college october 2023 march 2024 and here it comes back march 2024 mental breakdown bc i cannot deal with acne again april 2024 randomly cleared up may 2024 february 2025 beautiful clear perfect skin march 2025 april 2025 can sense the acne returning june 2025 started doxycycline, spironolactone, clyndamycin face pads, and tretinoin in may july 2025 depressed to be going through this again august 2025 nothing like turning 24 with your skin hating you and feeling your absolute worst september 2025 still not seeing results after 4 months of treatment october 2025 stopping all topticals and oral acne treatment to discuss starting accutane november 2025 starting accutane next month bloodwork every 4 weeks! as someone who despises needles and passes out... should be fun! february 2026 (started accutane dec 16, 2025 — 30mg) march 2026 60mg of accutane

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probably the most mentally and physically exhausting thing to deal with, but feeling hopeful and confident lately that this will work after trying literally everything. #acnejourney #accutane #acne #skincare #inspo