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A little bit confused
Answered by
Alan Rockoff, MD - dermatology, Child Skin Problems
The Rockoff Dermatology Center
Brookline - MA
This forum is for questions regarding Dermatology issues, such as: skin rashes, acne, birthmarks, skin infections, rosacea, and general skin care.
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A little bit confused
by Charles, Aug 23, 1999 12:00AM
I hear many different rumors that tell me different things about acne, so I was hoping you could clear some stuff up.
a. Would drinking six cups of water a day benefit my acne?
b. Does drinking one cup of almost boiling hot water before you sleep help?
c. I wash my face three times a day and I heard washing too much is bad, so am I wasihng to much?
thanx
a. Would drinking six cups of water a day benefit my acne?
b. Does drinking one cup of almost boiling hot water before you sleep help?
c. I wash my face three times a day and I heard washing too much is bad, so am I wasihng to much?
thanx
Doctor's Answer
by Alan Rockoff, MD, Aug 23, 1999 12:00AM
, Aug 23, 1999 12:00AM
Charles:
Washing once or twice a day is enough. Washing more often than that may dry out the skin, and adds no real benefit.
Drinking many glasses of water a day, boiling or not, does not really "flush out the pores," as is often claimed. Drink when you feel thirsty.
Best.
Dr. R
Disclaimer: The information provided in this forum is presented for general educational purposes only. Specific questions you have pertaining to your health should always be directed to your personal physician.
Washing once or twice a day is enough. Washing more often than that may dry out the skin, and adds no real benefit.
Drinking many glasses of water a day, boiling or not, does not really "flush out the pores," as is often claimed. Drink when you feel thirsty.
Best.
Dr. R
Disclaimer: The information provided in this forum is presented for general educational purposes only. Specific questions you have pertaining to your health should always be directed to your personal physician.
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When benzoyl peroxide causes allergy, peeling is usually pretty intense. I suggest washing less often. If that doesn't work, try cleansing with a mild, nonmedicated soap for a few days, then resume the benzoyl peroxide and se what happens.
Best.
Dr. R