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Dirt does not cause acne. That is one of the very basic concepts
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will help to make acne outbreaks happen less frequently and be less
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severe when they do happen but the fact that your face gets dirty is

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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

needs to be in a specific fashion.



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

  I1 i- ~6 h0 w% Bin 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

& J# |/ G( L3 T0 ~, v0 P+ }# Bfacial 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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1 C; @$ v. v1 @0 _7 Y. g4.Using only your fingertips (NOT a washcloth), gently massage the

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1 k/ i- ?0 x2 @+ z0 ]you go all the way to the hairline. Pay particular attention

to the areas of your face where you most often see pimple. Hard

/ t7 o' W& r9 b8 ?: hscrubbing is counterproductive. Be very gentle.


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  r4 Q! v$ P% R) a6 b0 \$ M3 f, A5.Rinse your face thoroughly by splashing it with warm water. Dont
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cleanser are gone.


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6.Gently pat your face dry with a clean towel. Dont rub your face
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  }8 [+ y4 g: S6 F  wand never use a towel more than once.

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4 U% f) Q0 f% e( j. s8 x7.Allow your face to air dry for at least 15 minutes before you

apply acne medications or moisturizers.