If you told 20-year-old me that I was going to become a beauty editor and talk to people about skincare, I would’ve laughed in your face. Looking back, the thing that changed my life both physically and mentally was my decision to take Accutane, the controversial prescription acne treatment. Ten years later, I want to share my experience since it wound up being a turning point for me. Because the truth is, even though I have *finally* mastered my skincare routine and feel more comfortable (and confident) in my skin, none of the products I use today helped me with my biggest issue: hormonal cystic acne.