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Can i cleanse my body with oil? (like the oil cleansing method) my body doesn't tolerate soap i break out in hives. ive been using plain water so far.

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Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

Cetaphil: Is an alternative cleanser that does not have soap in it. We use it a lot for allergic patients and patients with eczema. It does not lather. You may want to try it.

Answered 8/10/2014

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A member asked:

Can i cleanse my body with oil? (like the oil cleansing method) my body doesn't tolerate soap i break out in hives. ive been using plain water so far.

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jeffrey Juchau answered

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