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A 28-year-old female asked:

Can having oily acne skin cause skin to have a reddish tint? could it be oiliness causing inflam? if acne is treated does redness go away. no rosacea

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Dr. Edward Workman
Specializes in Pain Management
Yes and yes: Oils can be highly inflammatory and can cause dermal inflammation. When acne is resolved, the inflammatory reaction usually goes away.
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