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Memorial Day, the unofficial kickoff to the summer season, is fast approaching. Is your skin ready for the summertime?

Even if you love the warm weather, your oily skin may not. Heat and humidity cause the sebaceous glands to pump out the oil. Control that oily shine by cleansing two or three times a day. But don't make the mistake of cleansing too often or using too drying of a cleanser, or you may end up over drying or irritating your skin.

And as you spend more of your days outside, don't forget the sunscreen. Many acne medications make your skin more susceptible to sunburn and sun damage. Choose a noncomedogenic, oil-free product of at least an SPF 15.

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