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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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1 S# w& x0 q# I7 v0 ^Facial cleansing is particularly important for those who are
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prevention of acne outbreaks and while an outbreak is in progress

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1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your
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; i+ C& B/ [6 O+ x: ehands 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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, r0 I1 Y" h) ?2.The next thing that you need to do is to secure your hair either
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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

# x1 e; K, ~9 I" p- O( Dfacial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never
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use more or less of the product than is recommended.
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# g* A) u4 C7 X5 I: r5 _) \4.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

you go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention
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scrubbing is counterproductive. Be very gentle.

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% K, W2 N5 o9 u8 a" ^$ B8 _( {5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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cleanser are gone.



& ^3 J# }# @  M" C) X3 I( H  R6.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Dont rub your face
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8 O0 G( I9 m. x( K$ k/ N3 `% R7.Allow your face to air dry for at least 15 minutes before you

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