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Any ways 2 greatly reduce oil production on face? i have terrible combo skin; using harsh products only makes it worse; gentle products don't work

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Dr. Zachary Veres answered

Specializes in Family Medicine

Skin: Depends on the products you are using. Need more Info

Answered 3/28/2015

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