Skin in the older woman

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HOLEDIGGER
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by HOLEDIGGER on Fri Mar 16, 2018 1:16 am

Skin in the older woman

I am 73yrs i am still experiencing an oily skin, unsure what to do about it - should i be thankful or try to dry it up?

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Dr Anton Alexandroff
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by Dr Anton Alexandroff on Sun Mar 18, 2018 10:50 pm

Re: Skin in the older woman

Thank you. I am sorry to hear about your problem.

Yes a retinoid gel (Adapalene or Epiduo) can be helpful. Your GP or dermatologist can prescribe it.

I hope this is helpful.
With Best Wishes,

Dr Anton Alexandroff FRCP(UK) PhD CCT(Derm) FRSM FAAD
Consultant Dermatologist and Honorary Senior Lecturer
Member of the British Association of Dermatologists
The British Skin Foundation Spokesperson
London, Cambridge, Leicester and Bedford

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