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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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severe when they do happen but the fact that your face gets dirty is
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( W0 e: u5 a+ n- W8 vFacial cleansing is particularly important for those who are

generally prone to acne, however. The facial cleansing for the
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prevention of acne outbreaks and while an outbreak is in progress
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needs to be in a specific fashion.
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1.Wash your hands first. Is that surprising? It shouldnt be. Your

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you need to do is scrub your hands and be sure that your nails are

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.



/ e# j2 D$ K! h$ q* R% n; ^, ]) ^3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or
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: c& r% X2 _; v, P3 hfacial cleansing product as directed on the packaging. Never

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: b7 A' j) s9 S( t" l9 b" D' i4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the

+ K2 F# v" X( s# X7 J' Mcleanser into your face. Use a circular motion and be sure that
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you go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention

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6 `9 S7 r  C7 yscrubbing 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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, l& Z' L- j, s6.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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