what is acn

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Dr Ranjith Darla

General Practitioner

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3+ Yrs

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Acne is a skin condition where hair follicles are clogged with oil and dead skin cells presenting as whiteheads, balckheads and pimples.

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Answered 04/07/2025

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Is the black peel really different from other peels? I'm curious if it's effective for treating acne and how long it might take for my skin to recover. Can you give me some insights on this?

Kojiglo gel is advised for 3--6 weeks ,once daily for local application.

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What are some effective non-surgical ways to reduce dark circles under my eyes? I've heard about creams but not sure which ones actually work any recommendations that don't involve fillers or surgery?

Try creams with caffeine or retinol; sunscreen and sleep help‚Äîavoid fillers unless absolutely needed.

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Which oil is best for hair growth?

Coconut Oil , Argan Oil ,Jojoba Oil , Sweet Almond Oil , Olive Oil ,Lavender oil , tea tree oil , cedarwood oil clary sage essential oil and Lemongrass Oil.

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