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How to get rid of clogged pores/whiteheads? press, poke, pick?

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Dr. Steven Hill
Dr. Steven Hillanswered
Family Medicine 24 years experience
No perfect solution: There is no perfect solution - you should wash well, pat dry and there are prescription meds that can help. Poking, picking and squeezing can actually make things worse and you should refrain from this.
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