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What do i do to quickly reduse redness from acne but not dry out skin?

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Dr. Tsu-Yi Chuang answered

Treating acne: The "redness" is the inflammation part of acne. That means your acne is still active. Most topicals would dry up your akin, so try oral antibiotics. Dermatologists may help you get it.

Answered 3/29/2013

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A member asked:

What do i do to quickly reduse redness from acne but not dry out skin?

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Dr. Tsu-Yi Chuang answered

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