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[BobDill]

I found neutrogenas new wash / gel treatment based on salycic acid, and I was curious, I have been using it about a week now and had a few new break outs come up, first one went away not have another, they are more of red spots then pimples, but i've been treating my whole face, and the areas that don't break out (my cheeks) are extremely soft, but the normal break out areas got a few new pimples (more then I typically get at a time) and I am curious is it normal to break out a few times (purging?) or? If it is normal, how long should I expect it? (I guess the real question is how long should I continue using the products to see if it's working or making it worse, before stopping?)

[Sekhet]

In my opinion, a week. That is ample time to see whether this product is benefitting you are harming you.

[Sasch83]

A week may not be enough time at all. If the product is meant to unclog pores, as i think salycic acid is meant to do, you may purge, especially if acne was already on its way up. If its irritation, the bumps may be different. Give it a month at least (of course if you acne gets dramatically worse, then use your discretion and stop.)