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Is it okay to put a gel moisturizer after i put on salicylic acid 2% acne treatment? i do this because i have combination skin (t-zone breakouts).
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Yes: Okay to use the gel moisturizer including over spots where you have used salicylic acid. Choose one that is water based and contains sunscreen to reduce inflammation from sun exposure.
Answered 1/25/2017
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