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What's the best thing to dry out a small blemish and clogged pores? (benzol peroxide 5% and diferin dnt work?)

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Astringent use: The use of a pore minimizer or astringent may be of benefit in drying small blemishes or "unclogging" pores. Brand name items to consider include SeaBreeze or Propa pH

Answered 4/15/2015

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