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Does using the Obagi system make your face red and more dark spots to come out?

moeweedMay 19, 2016
I have been using the system for one month. My face is very red and dark spots are coming out that I didn't have before. Is this normal and how long does it last? Everyone keeps telling me how red my face is.

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