A 20-year-old female asked:

hoe often should a person with sensitive acne prone skin exfoliate? suggest ezfoliaters for this skin type

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Dr. Sheila Calderon answered

Internal Medicine 41 years experience

Monthly: In the meantime use a salicylic acid wash with a brush when you wash your face in the shower.

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