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Why Does Pimples Appeared On Face After Applying Olive Oil?

Hi , i have used olive oil for a week on a regular basis and after applying i left it over on my face face and went to sleep , but after regular use of one week i am suffering from allergy and i have got pimples on my face in circles close to year and on forehead and earlier my face was clear , there was not even a single pimple and now its been month and till now its there how to cure it
Wed, 14 Jan 2015
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Hello and thank you for your question. Sometimes oils like olive oil or some petroleum products like Vaseline can block the pores resulting in pimples. It is best to simply clean your skin with soap and water and let it dry. The pimples should resolve in time.
Best regards,
Dr. Robinson
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Why Does Pimples Appeared On Face After Applying Olive Oil?

Hello and thank you for your question. Sometimes oils like olive oil or some petroleum products like Vaseline can block the pores resulting in pimples. It is best to simply clean your skin with soap and water and let it dry. The pimples should resolve in time. Best regards, Dr. Robinson