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Why i have little whiteheads (or white things) on my acne?
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Keratin plugs: These are the cores of keratin and sebum around which the bacteria grow and the pus forms. My question to you is why you are not treating your acne more aggressively. If topical benzoyl peroxide has not cleared you in two weeks, your physician can add a prescription-strength Rx. The cost is very low and it's very safe. Best wishes.
Answered 5/31/2014
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