Salicylic acid was isolated from willow bark for a long time. Today, this compound is widely used in various fields: food industry, cosmetology, medicine and other fields. There is a fairly common problem in adolescents in particular: in adolescence, many are looking for a way to cure acne on their faces. Today, a lot of drugs are produced that help to eliminate this unpleasant problem. However, alcohol against acne is considered one of the most popular remedies. However, experts warn that self-treatment of this problem can lead to disastrous consequences.
Acne Salicylic Alcohol
The tool has a number of useful properties. In particular, it has anti-inflammatory and antiseptic effects, has keratoplastic and keratolic activity. These properties allow you to use the compound as part of many medicines for external use: solutions, ointments, lotions, and others, and also use salicylic alcohol against acne as a single drug. Despite the fact that the tool is quite effective and very affordable, it should be used with caution. The substance penetrates deep into the comedone, dissolves sebum. The action of the product is aimed at cleansing the sebaceous glands and preventing their subsequent contamination. In addition, due to the antiseptic properties, the drug destroys bacteria that provoke inflammatory processes in comedones. Experts warn that salicylic alcohol against acne can be used in small concentrations - 1-2% solution. Thanks to the keratoplastic effect, the drug effectively eliminates post-acne - spots remaining after acne. Due to faster renewal of the epidermal tissue, instead of small scars, healthy skin is formed.
Other indications
The tool is used for increased sweating, seborrhea, eczema. The indications also include psoriasis, pityriasis versicolor. Preparations containing salicylic alcohol are used to soften rough skin and calluses (for their subsequent quick and painless removal).
Mode of application
It is recommended to use salicylic alcohol against acne up to two times a day. With a small amount of acne, the drug is better to be applied pointwise. With the widespread spread of the rash, it is recommended to wipe the problem areas with a cotton pad moistened with a solution. When applied, the drug is not allowed to reach the lips and eyes.
Adverse Reactions and Contraindications
When using the product, skin burn may occur (in the case of applying a highly concentrated solution), peeling, irritation and itching of the skin. It is not recommended to process dry cover, as this can lead to an increase in the intensity of sebum secretion. Experts warn that the use of salicylic alcohol with drugs such as Baziron, Zinerit and others provokes an increase in their side effects.