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  • Female
  • 28 Years
  • 22/01/2025

I'm 28 and have always struggled with oily skin, and that means dealing with pimples and their marks constantly. A few months back, I tried retino a with eukroma cream in a chickpea-sized amount, and after 3 months, my skin was looking great. But I stopped using eukroma and now all the pimples and marks are back. Should I start using eukroma again or is there a different approach I should consider? Any thoughts on what I can do to get rid of these spots once and for all?

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Clinsol gel for local application is advised for 3-6 weeks.

Dr. Chandra Suggests...

Consult a Dermatologist

Answered 04/07/2025

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