Dr. Basti Bharatesh Devendra
Dermatology
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Hello doctor,
I have a lot of acne over my cheeks and chin. My skin is sensitive and oily. Whatever I use causes acne. Can you suggest any home remedy for my skin?
Hello,
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Acne depends on hormonal effects, sebaceous secretion, etc. It reduces with age in both severity and appearance, and good control can be achieved by regular face wash with a cleanser like Cetaphil, topical keratolytic like Retinoic acid creams and antibiotics like Clindamycin, if necessary oral antibiotics. Treat if dandruff with Ketoconazole shampoos like the scalp. Do not use any creams and do not rub or use harsh soaps to dry skin as they sometimes increase it on the contrary. Oily skin can predispose to acne. It is better to avoid oil-rich foods and high glycemic foods. Mild keratolytic like salicylic acid instead of retinoic acid creams can be used.
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