Experience the Benefits of Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is the main ingredient in many skin care products and treatments and is commonly thought of as an acne medication. However, the ingredient is also available in many other forms depending on your unique skin concerns.

Joseph T Cruise, MD was recently published in a blog for Zwivel called, “Salicylic Acid Uses and Benefits: More Than Just an Acne Medication,” where he discusses the types of products and treatments you can find the ingredient in. Here we will further explore the uses of salicylic acid and what benefits you can experience!

Tone and Prevent Breakouts

When used in a toner, salicylic acid can create a more even skin tone and reduce the appearance of blemishes. Similar to acetylsalicylic acid, found in aspirin, salicylic acid contains anti-inflammatory properties, capable of calming the skin. When used in a toner, oils and other impurities are removed to not only treat current acne, but to prevent future breakouts as well.

Exfoliate to Remove Impurities

Dead skin cells and other debris can build up on the skin, resulting in clogged pores. When used as an exfoliating cleanser, dead skin cells are removed along with surface level blemishes to create smoother, healthier skin. With dead skin cells removed and the pores clear, other products can also target your skin more effectively. Like the pores on our face, our hair follicles can also become clogged with oil and dead skin cells. Salicylic acid can be used in these cases as well to remove impurities, resulting in less oil and dandruff and a healthier scalp.

Chemical Peels to Improve Deeper Skin Concerns

Salicylic acid has the ability to target layers of skin below the surface. When combined with other powerful ingredients, salicylic acid can be used in a chemical peel to improve common skin concerns such as oily skin, large pores, acne, sun spots, and mild scarring. Depending on the strength of the formula used, a chemical peel will cause peeling to some degree. Once the outer damaged layers peel away, smoother, healthier skin is revealed underneath.

Salicylic acid could potentially dry out your skin if not used in the appropriate form for your skin type and concerns. Often, a combination of products and treatments can offer you optimal results.

Schedule A Consultation

To begin developing your skin care treatment plan with salicylic acid, contact our Newport Beach, CA office today or contact us online! We can schedule your consultation with Joseph T Cruise, MD to discuss your concerns.