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Dirt does not cause acne. That is one of the very basic concepts
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% z1 E/ H8 V8 V" }4 Hthat 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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- ]# f1 i: M$ K# h$ o) b. yFacial cleansing is particularly important for those who are

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

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7 n' Z7 z( K; U  d2.The next thing that you need to do is to secure your hair either

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your face and firmly secure it.
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' }. l) L6 u9 n8 P- I3.Wet your face with warm (not hot) water and apply the soap or

5 T% E2 E/ |5 ]" }- Mfacial 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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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
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$ |6 t# M2 B( l( wyou go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention
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5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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take a shortcut here. Rinse your face until all traces of the
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2 O4 ^2 L1 |/ y; G6.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

apply acne medications or moisturizers.