One common cause of breakouts?

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What Is Skin Purging?

What Causes It?

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The ingredients that lead to skin purging promote skin cell renewal by exfoliating.

“A skin purge is the process of the skin cleaning out its pipes,” Dr. Palep explains.

What Does Skin Purging Look Like?

“The topicals that routinely cause your skin to purge arevitamin Aandalpha and beta hydroxy acids.”

Can You Prevent Skin Purging?

How Long Does a Skin Purge Last?

When Should I Stop Using a Product That’s Causing Skin Purging?

To prevent skin purging, introduce new products slowly, gradually upping the usage as your skin can tolerate.

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