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Whats more effective on acne and marks left by it, benzoyl peroxode or fucidic acid? please help my skin type is oily
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Equal: Both are probably equal in regards to antimicrobial activity. Gels are better for oily skin, because they are alcohol based, and remove oil better than creams.
Answered 8/16/2013
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