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Is neosporin ointment comedogenic? used for pimples.
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Neosporin: Neosporin ointment is petrolatum based and quite oily. Long term use on the skin is probably unwise and could exacerbate acne. Rather, a cleanser that can eliminate excess oil without drying the skin too much is what would be preferred to treat acne.
Answered 10/19/2018
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