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I've used antibiotics, salicylic, benzoyl and sulfur for my acne, i am about to try alpha hydroxy, are there other otc options i can try?
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Get with your doctor: Adult acne that is intractable as yours has been is going to require a combination of one of the topicals you have been using and prescription strength Rx. You deserve to be clear.
Answered 11/28/2017
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