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skin cleansers rather than soaps or scrubs – Gentle skin
ch possess a pH of 5.5 to 7, i.e., close to normal skin pH-
ld wash twice daily with a mild, nonfragranced opaque
ap or a soapless cleanser.

sive scrubbing of the skin -Repetitive mechanical trauma
e inflammatory acne and promote the development of new

medogenic skin care and cosmetic products – Selection of
h labeling that indicates "noncomedogenic" properties or a
cy to "block pores" may be helpful, although such labeling
ed and may not always be accurate.

of acne lesions – Additional skin trauma resulting from
esions may exacerbate scarring.

g a safety razor for shaving should soften the beard with
warm water or shaving gel.

ould be done lightly and infrequently, using a sharp blade
careful to avoid nicking lesions.

ould be in the direction of hair growth, shaving each area
to minimize irritation.