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

that most acne sufferers need to accept. Keeping the face clean
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not the cause of acne.


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# T, E' x$ b0 k) t% a$ V( r5 XFacial cleansing is particularly important for those who are
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, I5 }$ _: r* t+ ]; q6 c5 o8 vgenerally prone to acne, however. The facial cleansing for the

prevention of acne outbreaks and while an outbreak is in progress
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needs to be in a specific fashion.



1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your
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2.The next thing that you need to do is to secure your hair either
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7 M/ ]$ n) H$ l+ @/ Hin 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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4 z" n; |8 d6 o6 g" p  [3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or
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4 \8 L/ V+ a) l/ N# G* Z5 Ufacial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never
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4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the

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, J' X5 p2 }6 w, j7 k" lyou go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention

5 k% G5 L- C4 j: cto the areas of your face where you most often see pimple. Hard

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5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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3 N! ?* @6 T3 o1 X) otake a shortcut here. Rinse your face until all traces of the
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8 Y$ h, w+ q8 e7 o9 o, l6.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Dont rub your face
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" \0 c2 P1 I1 o% I2 oand never use a towel more than once.
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4 H$ Q  A+ i, N! T7 y4 m7.Allow your face to air dry for at least 15 minutes before you

apply acne medications or moisturizers.