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How do i treat overactive sebum in my pores of my face lots of white pus in each pore. i've already use re-tina a have a good skin routine.

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Lots of treatments: Sebum is normal. Using retin-A is the best first step. Accutane would do more but it has lots of drawbacks so I would advise consulting your dermatologist.

Dr Mendizabal agreed

Answered 8/21/2017

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