Secondary prevention

A review of the patient’s skin care routine is important for all types of acne. In general, patients should be encouraged to:​[19][34]​​​

  • Use only non-comedogenic products on skin (include make-up)

  • Use non-alkaline (skin pH neutral or slightly acidic) synthetic detergent to cleanse skin twice daily

  • Avoid using scrubs, astringents, fragranced products, or other irritants

  • Avoid picking, squeezing, or scratching acne lesions, and

  • Avoid getting hair products on the face.

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