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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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severe when they do happen but the fact that your face gets dirty is
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not the cause of acne.
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* z6 y/ ?4 R8 {+ R9 ZFacial cleansing is particularly important for those who are

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

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  t" U; F- f1 C+ E/ b- A1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your
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hands are about to come in contact with your face. The first thing
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you need to do is scrub your hands and be sure that your nails are
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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

in a hairnet, a shower cap or a headband. Pull your hair away from

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3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or
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facial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never
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3 v. E* _( A! R6 j' ^3 f4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the

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you go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention
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to the areas of your face where you most often see pimple. Hard

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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cleanser are gone.

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4 N5 S+ n5 F2 y" m% ^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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