A 30-year-old female asked:
i use epiduo for jawline acne, my face is red and burns badly, my dr said to wait a few days btwn applications -how long before burning should subside?
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Dr. Oscar Novick answered
58 years experience Pediatrics
Use moisturizer: Several days, but by using a moisturizer the burning will clear up faster.
Answered on Feb 15, 2013
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