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Dirt does not cause acne. That is one of the very basic concepts
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that most acne sufferers need to accept. Keeping the face clean
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- V1 i$ B9 S7 [! A4 C( p- Bwill help to make acne outbreaks happen less frequently and be less

% S% k- l8 ^9 ?severe when they do happen but the fact that your face gets dirty is
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Facial cleansing is particularly important for those who are
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generally prone to acne, however. The facial cleansing for the
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' B) d6 h  f8 Lprevention of acne outbreaks and while an outbreak is in progress
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) I2 L" }2 I8 B1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your

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clean as well.
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2.The next thing that you need to do is to secure your hair either
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your face and firmly secure it.


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6 f5 l5 W; I) H# L1 L  f$ y* j& L. f3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or

1 e8 {$ X( r" U* X% x+ G1 H$ }facial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never

use more or less of the product than is recommended.
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4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the

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scrubbing is counterproductive. Be very gentle.
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5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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1 m5 ~7 _2 _' u- F8 m+ vtake a shortcut here. Rinse your face until all traces of the

cleanser are gone.


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6.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Dont rub your face

and never use a towel more than once.
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7.Allow your face to air dry for at least 15 minutes before you

apply acne medications or moisturizers.