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Is it normal to have red patches on my both cheeks after 6 days of using Differin gel? (Photos)

xyn_anxNov 23, 2017

The first few days from using differin was normal...nothing really happen.However,on my 6th day i noticed that both my cheeks burns and sting a little.I had these red patches on my cheeks...so is it normal or am i allergic to it or should i stop using it?pls help!!

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