Salicylic alcohol is a simple and effective tool that is often used in the fight against acne and acne. It has an antiseptic, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, antifungal effect. Salicylic acid is obtained from willow trees.
Composition and release form
Salicylic acid was first obtained from the bark of a willow tree. This tool was used for the treatment of rheumatic diseases. Later began to apply to eliminate skin lesions, which has a bacterial origin. This acid effectively dries and disinfects the skin, destroys the microflora, constricts blood vessels, and allows you to reduce inflammation. Due to its action normalization of the sebaceous glands occurs, the skin oily skin is reduced.
Salicylic alcohol and salicylic acid allow you to quickly get rid of black spots, red spots, traces of acne.
Salicylic alcohol is a solution of salicylic acid in ethanol. In its pure form, it is a white powder that dissolves well in alcohol, but it is practically insoluble in water. The drug is presented in several concentrations. When treating acne or acne, salicylic alcohol is used 1-2%. A means of higher concentration used for the treatment of skin is not recommended.
The drug has a wide spectrum of action and is actively used in medicine. The main purpose is to treat the affected skin with fungus, acne and inflammation. Also means are used in complex therapy for the treatment of the following pathologies:
lichen;- foot fungus;
- acne;
- eczema;
- psoriasis;
- corns;
- warts;
- papillomas.
lichen;In addition, the solution is used for cosmetic purposes for chemical peeling, which will help get rid of black spots, lighten the skin, eliminate peeling, reduce the activity of the sebaceous glands.
Instructions for use and dosage of the drug
Salicylic alcohol is recommended to use very carefully. To prevent the development of an allergic reaction, a solution of 1% concentration is used in therapy. It is also intended for external use only. The tool is recommended to apply spot on acne.
To do this, moisten a cotton swab in the solution and apply it on the affected skin. If the rash is solitary, it is better to use a cotton swab for treatment. After some time, the face must be washed with running water, as salicylic acid can cause burns and redness of the skin.
Pigment spots
To even out skin color and get rid of age spots, 1% solution is also used. The surface of the skin is recommended to be treated with a cotton pad, avoiding the area around the eyes and lips. This cosmetic procedure can be performed only for oily and mixed-type skin. On dry skin after treatment, peeling, acne and burns, a feeling of tightness can be observed.
For the treatment of fungus and herpes
The drug has proven its effectiveness in the treatment of fungus. True, experts advise using this remedy as part of complex therapy. In the treatment of lichen or fungus, the drug is used twice a day. The duration of treatment is 10-14 days.
With chickenpox
Alcohol solution is very effective in treating chickenpox. Thanks to salicylic alcohol, itching can be reduced, skin rashes can be removed, inflammation can be eliminated. It can also be used in conjunction with other special preparations. For treatment, take a cotton swab, soak it in a solution, apply to inflammation.
From ingrown hairs
In order to eliminate this defect, it is necessary to use a salicylic mash that is easy to prepare at home. The tool can be used once or twice a day. Salicylic alcohol will not only get rid of the problem, but will also be an excellent prophylactic agent that will prevent the development of the disease in the future. To prepare the drug, you need to take a 2% solution of acid, water and glycerin. Take one tablespoon of salicylic alcohol, one tablespoon of glycerin and dissolve in 100 ml of water.
From corns
Salicylic alcohol will help to quickly and effectively eliminate the stratum of skin on the legs. To get rid of the problem, you need to soak a cotton swab in alcohol and apply to the affected area of skin. If the corn has hardened, such lotion can be left overnight. After the corn is soft, it can be removed with a brush or pumice. It is not recommended to allow the composition to reach healthy skin, as this can cause severe burns.
Use during pregnancy
Since salicylic alcohol is used topically without entering the systemic circulation, it does not adversely affect the fetus and the condition of the woman.
Application for children
The use of a drug for the treatment of children under 1 year is strictly prohibited.
For the treatment of older children need to apply 1% alcohol solution.
But it is necessary to apply the medicine gently and to the point, because children's skin is very delicate.
If allergic reactions such as itching and redness occur, salicylic alcohol is prohibited.
Contraindications and side effects
Salicylic alcohol should not be used to treat large surfaces of the skin, in the presence of hypersensitivity to the drug components. It is not recommended to use the solution in conjunction with other drugs, since the acid has an aggressive effect.
With prolonged use of salicylic alcohol, the following side reactions may develop:
- burning sensation;
- dry and tight skin;
- skin rash;
- hyperemia of the skin;
- peeling;
- an increase in the area of inflammation.
If the side effects of the drug are pronounced, it is necessary to cancel the treatment, and then all traces will pass on their own within a few days.
Overdose
In case of strict compliance with the instructions, signs of overdose were not noted. However, if the product has got on the skin in a large volume, it is necessary to immediately wash the skin with plenty of running water. In case of burns, it is necessary to apply remedies.
What salicylic-based drugs are available?
Due to the active anti-inflammatory, antibacterial effect of salicylic acid, many companies use to prepare a variety of means. Pharmacies have a wide range of powders, ointments, patches, which include salicylic acid.
The most well-known tools include:
- lassar paste;
- Akriderm;
- Viprosal.
For skin treatment, it is best to use salicylic acid ointment. This form of medicine will allow to treat large areas without the risk of burns.
If the use of the drug for any reason is not possible, it should be replaced by no less effective counterparts. By means of a similar therapeutic effect include: Akriderm, Salipod, Azerbin, sulfur-salicylic ointment. You can buy salicylic alcohol at a pharmacy without a doctor's prescription. Average price - from 20 rubles. per bottle.
