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What should i do for my pimples? i have been sing saslic acid facewash since a month now and the pimples got readuced..but the scars aren't going..

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Acne scars: Acne scars can be thickened, depressed, red, ice pick or box car in shape. They may improve with time, but often require prescription strength products. An excellent product to use is a topical retinoid...See your dermatologist for an evaluation and to get the proper treatments.

Answered 9/18/2013

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