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Substance Used In Treating Acne Crossword Clue
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PSORALEN which was last seen in the New York Times crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
PSORALEN
Updated: October 10, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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We think the answer is "PSORALEN" which means:
- noun
- • Any of a group of furanocoumarins, from the seeds of various plants, that are used to treat psoriasis, eczema and vitiligo
An example sentence would be:
- • "Sunscreen lotions with psoralen provide protection against harmful uv radiation."
- • "The use of psoralen with ultraviolet light can lead to tanning of the skin."
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