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8 Reasons Dermatologists Think You Should Rub Aloe Vera Gel on Your Face

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Combats Acne

In addition to having strong antibacterial properties, aloe-vera gel contains salicylic acid that acts as an exfoliant to help unclog pores and reduce the appearance of pimples and blackheads. Dr. Mark says that salicylic acid also works as an anti-inflammatory on the clogged sebaceous oil glands in the skin that cause acne pimples.