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What is the best way to get rid of flaky skin on your face?

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Dermatitis: Most likely you developed a condition called seborrheic dermatitis. Otc cortisone-10 might help. Otherwise, derm may prescribe stronger cortisone creams to control it.

Answered 5/15/2013

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