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Please describe a good way of clearing acne and closing pores?

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To vague: It is impossible to answer this question without seeing the kind of acne that your have and your skin type. You can cleanse with mild otc cleanser and use an otc benzoyl peroxide as a general program, but your need a dermatologist. Your cannot close pores since they are hair follciles.

Answered 5/20/2013

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