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Can i apply alovera gel on my acne face all over night?

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Sure: It is a poor choice. Topical benzoyl peroxide is your best friend here. If this is not enough, your physician will need to add something else.

Dr Ferguson and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/23/2016

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