A 34-year-old member asked:
Does talc powder on my face cause more acne?
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Dr. Otto Placikanswered
Surgery - Plastics 36 years experience
Inflammation: Talc powder is known to illicit a profound inflammatory response and it is even used therapeutically for this purpose in order to promote scar tissue formation and adhesions.
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A 40-year-old member asked:
What are the causes of acne to appear on face?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Sheila Calderonanswered
Internal Medicine 43 years experience
Hormones: Acne is caused by hormones, sun damage, stress, lack of sleep, oil, sweating, hat bands, and bacteria.
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5.1k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Nov 22, 2015
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