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For a dermatologist. can breast milk help with adult acne by using it on the skin?

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No studies: I'm not a dermatologist, and I haven't seen any studies in a medical journal to confirm it, but many mothers swear that it helps with neonatal acne.

Answered 7/23/2014

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A member asked:

For a dermatologist. can breast milk help with adult acne by using it on the skin?

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Dr. Ellen Altenburg answered

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