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Why does oily skin cause pimples?
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See below: Oils can clog pores and are a favorite food for the acne-related bacteria called p. Acnes.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Clogged Pores: Oil and wax can clog pores and trap bacteria in the pore. These trapped bacteria grow and multiply and result in a small localized infection -- an acne pimple.
Answered 5/21/2013
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