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

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not the cause of acne.


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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

prevention of acne outbreaks and while an outbreak is in progress
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  v/ @5 s" _2 a$ m7 h+ a" M1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your

hands are about to come in contact with your face. The first thing

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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

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

cleanser into your face. Use a circular motion and be sure that
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to the areas of your face where you most often see pimple. Hard
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scrubbing is counterproductive. Be very gentle.



5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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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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apply acne medications or moisturizers.