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By Heather Brannon, MD, About.com Guide to Dermatology since 2002

What Soap Does to Your Skin

Sunday March 23, 2008
Cleansers are designed to remove dirt, sweat, sebum, and oils from the skin, however some cleansers can cause harm to the barrier function of the skin leading to redness, irritation, and dry skin. Learn more about how cleansers interact with the top layer of the skin.

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