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Sulfur

Topical Keratolytic
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Sulfur works through the following mechanisms:

Anti-keratinization activity

Sulfur reduces the production of keratin (a sticky skin protein), which helps skin cells shed from the skin. This helps clear and prevent clogged pores.

Antibacterial activity

Sulfur kills acne bacteria (C. acnes).

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