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A member asked:

I have noticed that most of smoker people don't have acne at all, i don't think this is a coincidence ! any explanation please ?

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Nobody knows: The relationship hasn't been noted by physicians and you may be right anyway. Even if it's true, taking up smoking is a terrible mistake. We can manage your acne -- if topical benzoyl peroxide doesn't clear you, then your personal physician can find the right Rx to add.

Answered 5/19/2014

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