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Dirt does not cause acne. That is one of the very basic concepts

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6 L. _  L: C' x1 r) }5 A( f' p8 [Facial cleansing is particularly important for those who are

generally prone to acne, however. The facial cleansing for the

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1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your

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you need to do is scrub your hands and be sure that your nails are

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% k# ~$ }+ j  F5 e) d2.The next thing that you need to do is to secure your hair either

in a hairnet, a shower cap or a headband. Pull your hair away from
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your face and firmly secure it.
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3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or

4 l( G" L3 S2 X& r+ }facial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never

use more or less of the product than is recommended.


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# K# x# k3 u" K; U) N4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the
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cleanser into your face. Use a circular motion and be sure that
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you go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention

to the areas of your face where you most often see pimple. Hard
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scrubbing is counterproductive. Be very gentle.
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3 x3 M0 B% p" J) Y) C) s+ s% E5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont

0 W* b! [8 f: i- ^  utake a shortcut here. Rinse your face until all traces of the

cleanser are gone.

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0 X& T4 H0 p- e# S; d8 S. [6.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Dont rub your face
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7.Allow your face to air dry for at least 15 minutes before you

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