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• Wash your face at least twice a day with warm water and a mild soap made for people with acne. Gently massage your face with circular motions - don't scrub, which can cause skin to become irritated. After cleansing, the American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) recommends applying an over-the-counter (no prescription needed) lotion containing benzoyl peroxide. (dun ask mi.. i duno wad the fark it is..)
• Don't pop pimples! Popping can cause your skin to become red, inflamed, infected, or scarred. Also, popping pimples can push infected material further into the skin, leading to more swelling and redness. (they call it itchy hand..)
• To keep bacteria at bay, don't touch your face with your fingers or lean your face on objects that collect sebum and skin residue like the telephone receiver. Also, remember to wash your hands after eating and before applying anything to the face, such as makeup. (gals.. pls read!!)
• If you wear glasses or sunglasses, make sure you clean them frequently to keep oil from clogging the pores around your eyes and nose. (well i dun wear glasses..)
• Keep pillowcases, sheets, and blankets clean by washing them often. This gets rid of the dirt, dead skin, and oil that build up on them at night. (MOM!!! it is time..)
• If you get acne on your body, try not to wear tight clothes, which don't allow skin to breathe and may cause irritation. You also might want to stay away from scarves, headbands, and caps, which can collect dirt and oil, too. (erm.. applies to ladies?)
• Remove your makeup before you go to sleep. When buying makeup, make sure you choose brands that say "noncomedogenic" or "nonacnegenic" on the label. Throw away any old makeup (especially mascara) that smells or looks different from when you first bought it. (ladies again..)
• Drink plenty of water. Water helps flush out impurities and keeps your skin healthy. (roger.. but beers counted?)
• Keep hair clean and out of your face to prevent additional dirt and oil from clogging your pores. (no issues.. my hair is short..)
• Depending on your skin type (oily, dry, or a combination of both), you can choose different soaps and moisturizers to fit your needs. If your skin is generally oily, try using oil-absorbing astringents or other skin care products with benzoyl peroxide that help to kill bacteria and dry up pimples. If your skin is on the dry side, invest in an oil-free moisturizer that's been formulated for dry skin. Combination skin is a little trickier, so look for products formulated for this skin type. (ROGER!!)

hope all this will help in decreasing ur poka dots.. haha..

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