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I was just curious does oils such as olive oil coconut oil almond oil etc clog pores? are they noncomdegenic? also are they good for acne?
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No: Oils have a heavy base and clog pores. Putting any kind of oils on you acne prone body parts is not a good idea.
Answered 7/2/2017
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