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Skin care for oily skin? how often to wash, exfoliate, moisturize?

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Dr. Darryl Blinski answered

Specializes in Plastic Surgery

Washing/oily skin: At least twice a day. But best to see a doctor or derma to advise exactly for you.

Answered 5/13/2015

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