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Can desquam-x can help to treat acne and acne scars?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander answered

Benzoyl peroxide: It's the mainstay of acne treatment, but if you've got scars, you'll also need your physician's help.

Answered 6/30/2014

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Question for Dermatology: I'm Asian decent dark tanned skin had Acne on face few months Started Benzoyl Peroxide 5% week ago once daily,skin on face is really itchy now .Would Azelaic Acid be better option?Any other tips on moisterisers scarring etc

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