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  • 34 Years
  • 07/02/2025

I'm dealing with mild acne and have noticed that my skin tends to be pretty dry. I'm thinking about using Alograce cream at night to help with the dryness, but I'm a bit unsure if it's suitable for acne or if it will actually help moisturize my skin. Could you give me some advice on whether this is a good idea or if there's something better I should consider?

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Dr. Dr Anshul Maheshwari

Dr Anshul Maheshwari

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  • MBBS
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Yes you ca try with it if it doesnt work visit Dermatologist for appropriate management

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