I used this only when my acne was especially bad in the past but now this week my acne on the back and shoulders was getting worst, so I started using Dawn dishwashing liquid everyday instead of bar soap in the shower. Well 1 week later, no new acne at all, all past pimples are healing nicely. It seems the acne problem when on steroids has to do with the oil in your skin. Dawn breaks down and strips off ALL that oil and also seems to do a better job of opening your pores then bar soap. From now on when I am on cycle, I am going to use dawn dishwashing liquid exclusively. It is so nice to be free of acne on arms, back and shoulders for a change.