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Routine basics

How long to try a new skincare product before you switch

Patch test first, then give an acne product 6–8 weeks before judging it. How to run a fair, one-change-at-a-time test, with a simple AM/PM routine and when to see a dermatologist.

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Guides are educational only, not medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Results vary. For persistent, painful, or worsening skin concerns, please see a dermatologist or licensed provider.

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