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I've got acne prone skin with hyperpigmentation and redness. can someone recommend me a good drugstore face moisturizer?

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Moisturizer: A fragrance free moisturizer such as cereve or cetaphil may be used for dry acne prone skin. See a dermatologist for diagnosis and treatment options for hyper pigmentation , acne, and redness.

Dr Maes and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/24/2014

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