Salicylic acid for acne. Recipes, instructions for using talkers, ointments, alcohol solution

Salicylic acid stands out among the effective ways to combat skin problems. The substance is highly effective in treating acne, which is confirmed by numerous reviews of doctors and cosmetologists.

Composition, release forms and price

Salicylic acid has a crystalline colorless form, soluble in alcohol, essential oils and hot water. It contains aspirin, carbamide and sulfur.

It is produced in the form of an alcohol solution, ointment, lotion:

• Salicylic acid alcohol solution 1% (40 ml) - 27 rubles;
• Salicylic acid alcohol solution 2% (40 ml) - 28 rubles;
• Salicylic ointment 2% (25 g) - 23 rubles;
• Gel with Salicylic acid "stop problems" for different types of skin (15 ml) - 74 rubles;
• A pencil with salicylic acid with a masking effect (4.7 g) - 61 rubles;
• Lotions with Salicylic acid and calendula or St. John's wort extract (100 ml) - 37 rubles.

Therapeutic action

Salicylic acid has several beneficial functions, namely:

• Exfoliation.
• Normalization of the functioning of the sebaceous glands.
• Drying inflammation.
• Acts as an antiseptic.
• Elimination of puffiness.
• Softening and discoloration of the skin.
• Cleansing wounds from suppuration.
• Acceleration of healing processes.
• Elimination of inflammatory processes.
• Narrowing of pores.
• Removal of age spots, and spots after acne.
• Dissolution of sebaceous plugs in the pores.

Why effectively removes acne

Salicylic acid penetrates deep into the pores due to its composition. Getting inside the sebaceous duct of the gland, the acid dissolves fat and cleanses the pore. The antiseptic effect of Salicylic acid stops the spread of inflammatory processes caused by bacteria.

When treating affected areas of the skin, products with Salicylic acid successfully dry acne. Penetrating deep into the epidermis, they stimulate skin regeneration, remove pigmentation and redness.

Contraindications

• Sensitivity to Salicylic Acid, Aspirin, or Vitamin C.
• Renal failure
• Age up to 4 years.
• Tendency to any allergic manifestations.
• Diabetes.
• Very sensitive skin.

Any preparations containing silicic acid are contraindicated to be applied to moles or warts.

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Possible consequences

Salicylic acid is one of the most effective remedies for acne, age spots, purulent wounds, wrinkles and blackheads. Reviews after using various agents with this acid confirm the effectiveness of this substance, and also inform about the mandatory observance of the necessary caution during their use.

In case of violation of the rules of use, side effects may occur:

1. Burn - manifests itself when the percentage of acid in the products is exceeded.
2. Roughness and itching - occurs due to overdrying with too frequent use.
3. Allergic reactions - can have many manifestations, depending on the personal characteristics of the organism.
4. Burning - occurs at places of local irritation.
5. New lesions of the rash - occur with individual intolerance.

Application rules

In ready-made products, the rules of application are clearly prescribed by the manufacturer.

When using homemade salicylic acid products, the rules are also very important to avoid side effects:

1. The amount of acid in the finished mixture is not recommended above 1% (maximum 3%) by volume. An exception to this are spot-on products. In this case, the concentration can be up to 5% (to remove age spots, the amount of acid is adjusted to 10%).
2. Non-specialized salicylic acid products cannot be used internally.
3. It is necessary to protect the eyes from getting into them means.
4. Before use, you need to test for allergic reactions. Apply a little on your wrist and wait a few minutes. In the absence of rash and redness, it can be used as directed.
5. Treatments should be applied in a very thin layer.
6. Rinse off preferably with cold or warm water. Rinse off with hot water can heat the ingredients, causing unwanted effects.
7. After using acid recipes, apply a low fat moisturizer.
8. It is undesirable to combine several products that contain salicylic acid.
9. After the end of the procedure, it is necessary to avoid exposure to sunlight on the skin surface.

Application for pregnant women

During pregnancy, doctors do not recommend using salicylic acid. But external use, subject to the rules, refers to a safe treatment for both mother and child.

Salicylic acid for acne (reviews of women who are carrying a child or lactating, confirm the safety of the use of drugs) should have a solution concentration lower than usual. At the same time, you need to use it only when necessary, exclusively by spot application.

Pregnant women during the entire period of bearing a child should not be treated with courses of drugs with Salicylic acid.

Acid is used once a week or once every few weeks. Even intermittent use more often than weekly can harm a child. Given the constant changes in the hormonal background of pregnant women, such procedures will not bring lasting improvement.

Masks

1. Lotion - 130 ml of chamomile broth, 2 ml of grape oil, 5 ml of Salicylic solution (% depends on the complexity of the problem and the state of the epidermis). Chilled chamomile broth is mixed with the rest of the ingredients. Apply locally during the day or on the entire surface of the problem area, the frequency of use depends on the problem.
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3. Lotion (recipe number 2) - calendula flowers 20 g, hot water 100 ml, salicylic acid solution 100 ml, tea tree (essential oil) 5 drops. Pour calendula with boiling water and insist, strain the broth, mix with an acid solution, insist another day and add essential oil. Use to wipe the skin once a day.
4. Tonic - 1 tbsp. l. dried calendula, 125 ml of an alcohol solution of Salicylic acid. Pour calendula flowers with an alcohol solution and leave for 24 hours, then strain. When using 1 tbsp. l. infusion, it is diluted in a glass of water or herbal decoction.
5. Ointment - beeswax 5 g, salicylic acid solution 1 ml, rice oil 10 ml. Melt the wax to a liquid consistency, add butter and beat with a blender. Then add the Salicylic solution and pour the mixture into a convenient container. The ready-made mixture is used after cleaning the skin. It is applied in a thin layer and cannot be removed.
6. Tonic - dried chamomile flowers 40 g, Salicylic alcohol solution 20 ml, dry white wine 200 ml. Mix everything and leave for 5 days in a dark place. Use 2 - 3 times a week.
7. Rejuvenation lotion - Salicylic acid solution 20 ml, strawberry juice 70 ml, vodka 100 ml. Stir and use immediately twice a day.
8. Mint Lotion - pharmacy salicylic acid solution 30 ml, mint leaves 1 tbsp.l., calendula tincture 10 ml, boiling water 0.5 tbsp. The mint is steamed and allowed to cool, filtered and combined with the rest of the ingredients. Use every day 1 time. Storage duration is no more than 7 days.
9. Alcohol free lotion - water 100 ml, Salicylic acid powder 2 g. Boil water and add powder, mix and remove from heat. Strain and cool, pour into a dark bowl with a tight lid. Use pointwise 1 time per day for a three-week course.

Salicylic acid for acne (reviews of home recipes are mostly positive) has a noticeable effect after a short period of use.

Salicylic acid solution

A solution of salicylic acid in pure form is used as follows:

1. Removal of cosmetics from the skin, preferably with a special product.
2. Cleanse the skin with soap or gel.
3. To improve the effect, the pores are enlarged with a steam bath with herbs added to the water.
4. Wash with hot, not scalding water.
5. Cleanse face with a degreasing agent (if possible).
6. Apply the solution to a cotton pad and wipe the skin (for small areas of pinpoint lesions, treat the skin), the first few times a 1% solution is used, and then, if necessary, the concentration increases to 5%.
7. Rinse your face with cool or cold water (if the concentration is higher than 3%, wash off the remnants of the product with a gel or soap).
8. Apply a non-greasy moisturizer.

Chatterbox with Levomycetin

The chatterbox consists of:

• Levomycetin 5 g;
• Salicylic acid 1% alcohol solution 10 ml;
• Boric acid 50 - 70 ml.

  

This recipe is the most common. In order not to prepare a chatterbox yourself, you can order it at the pharmacy.

They use a chatterbox once a day, preferably before bedtime, according to this algorithm:

1. They cleanse the skin from cosmetics.
2. Steamed.
3. Apply a talker in a thin layer, and let stand for several minutes.
4. Wash off with cool water.
5. Moisturize the skin with a non-greasy product.

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Boric and Salicylic Acid

For a talker from Salicylic and Boric acid, they are mixed in equal quantities (50 ml each), sulfur and Streptocide powder (7 g each) are added. All ingredients are thoroughly mixed, stored in a dark, well-sealed container and shaken before use.

The order of use is as follows:

• Skin cleansing.
• Steaming.
• Application of the talker in a thin layer (for a few minutes).
• Rinse off the mixture with cool water.
• Moisturizing the skin.

Use in cosmetology

Salicylic acid for acne (reviews help to rank the most popular products), is actively used in cosmetology, it is added to various products.

The most widely used and well-known means:

1. Belosalik lotion (360 rubles - 700 rubles) and ointment (470 rubles). It is necessary to wipe the skin with lotion after cleansing, and then moisturize. The ointment is applied pointwise to the affected areas with a thin layer.
2. Aquiderm ointment and cream (99 rubles - 180 rubles). Both products are applied as a point 1 - 3 times a day, in a thin layer. The course of treatment is up to 3 weeks.
3. Vichy Normaderm Skin Care Line, which includes all the necessary products for complex care (Approximately 5500 rubles per set).
4. Clean & Clear Advantage Acne Spot Treatment (290 rubles) is applied pointwise up to 4 times a day.
5. Benefit Cosmetics Boo Boo Zap! Medicated Acne Treatment (1300 rubles) apply pointwise 1 to 3 times during the day.
6. Garnier line pure skin active consists of several types of cleansing gels, tonic, scrub, mask and cream.
7. Radiance mask Turnaround, Clinique (3000 rubles) is used once every 7 days. Cosmetologists do not recommend using it for people with dry skin.
8. Pure ZoneL'Oreal series includes all the necessary components involved in skin care.

Efficiency

Salicylic acid successfully fights against:

1. Pigmented spots - complete or partial discoloration.
2. Acne - dry acne, no redness after acne, prevent new rash from appearing.
3. Black dots - cleansing and narrowing the pores.
4. Psoriasis and eczema - reduction of foci of the active phase of diseases.
5. Purulent wounds - stimulates the release of pus from the subcutaneous areas, dries the wound, and stimulates healing.
6. Lichen - destroys bacteria and stimulates healing.

Salicylic acid is one of the most effective acne remedies. Reviews confirm that this tool is safe. Compared to laser and chemical peels, such preparations have a much lower likelihood of undesirable effects with a similar effectiveness.

Article design: Mila Friedan

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