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I have oily(face)skin.currently oil cleansing w/sweet almond oil.does oil really decrease the overproduction of sebum or will it cause more oiliness?

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Dr. Ed Friedlander
Dr. Ed Friedlanderanswered
Pathology 46 years experience
Use real Rx: Try retinoic acid instead. Most of these products named for pretty flowers, fruits and trees are placebos. If you have acne, the retinoic acid should help as well. A dermatologist can give you more advice
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Dr. Ed Friedlander
Dr. Ed Friedlander commented
Pathology 46 years experience
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Thanks for your kind words and for the follow-up.
Jan 10, 2017

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