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What are the main uses of salicylic acid?
Salicylic acid topical is used to treat many skin disorders, such as acne, dandruff, psoriasis, seborrheic dermatitis of the skin and scalp, calluses, corns, common warts, and plantar warts, depending on the dosage form and strength of the preparation.
Can I directly apply salicylic acid on my face?
Not only is salicylic acid a popular treatment for facial acne, but it can also exfoliate your skin, unclog your pores, and help reduce redness. Start off applying salicylic acid to your face in small amounts to make sure it won’t irritate your skin.
What are the side effects of using salicylic acid on face?
Incidence not known
- Difficult breathing.
- dryness and peeling of skin.
- hives or itching.
- swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue.
- tightness in the throat.
- unusually warm skin.
Does salicylic acid remove spots?
It’s well-known for reducing acne by exfoliating the skin and keeping pores clear. You can find salicylic acid in a variety of over-the-counter (OTC) products. It’s also available in prescription-strength formulas. Salicylic acid works best for mild acne (blackheads and whiteheads).
What is salicylic acid used for?
Salicylic acid is used as a medicine to help remove the outer layer of the skin. As such it is used to treat warts, skin tags, calluses, psoriasis, dandruff, acne, ringworm, and ichthyosis. For conditions other than warts, it is often used together with other medications. It is applied to the area affected.
Why is salicylic acid used to treat dandruff?
Because of its effect on skin cells, salicylic acid is used in some shampoos to treat dandruff. In modern medicine, salicylic acid and its derivatives are constituents of some “skin-reddening” products.
What are the side effects of salicylic acid on skin?
Side effects. Concentrated solutions of salicylic acid may cause hyperpigmentation on people with darker skin types ( Fitzpatrick phototypes IV, V, VI), without a broad spectrum sunblock. Due to sun sensitivity, sun protection is recommended when using salicylic acid on sun-exposed skin.
Is salicylic acid OTC or in-store?
“Salicylic acid is OTC at lower concentrations, usually 1-5%,” says Dr. Campbell. These OTC salicylic acid products are used for gently exfoliating the skin and treating breakouts.