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Salicylic alcohol is a two percent solution of salicylic acid in ethanol and water. Due to its antibacterial properties, it is used for disinfection.
Salicylic alcohol – properties
Salicylic alcohol is a 2% solution of salicylic acid in ethanol and water. It contains 100 g of salicylic acid per 2 g, which is characterized by anti-inflammatory, antibacterial and antifungal properties. It also includes 65 percent. ethanol – in appropriate concentrations, it has antibacterial and bactericidal properties – and 30 percent. water.
Salicylic alcohol – application
Salicylic alcohol is used topically to disinfect the skin. In the case of disinfection, it reduces the number of microorganisms by up to 90%, but for this purpose the skin must remain moistened with it for about 2 minutes. After this time, dry it and let it dry. When the epidermis is rubbed, the skin soaked in salicylic alcohol cotton ball and leave to dry.
It is also used for acne as it is found in it salicylic acid penetrates the sebum on the skin and penetrates deep into the hair and sebaceous follicles, removing excess fat and impurities and eliminating bacteria. It works similarly in the case of seborrhea, but in this ailment you need to create a tonic – you should mix it with water in a concentration of 20%. salicylic spirit and 80 percent water. However, be careful when using this method because salicylic alcohol has an aggressive effect and can dry out the skin excessively and aggravate problems.
Another use of salicylic spirit is to use it as an auxiliary agent in the fight against mycosis. The more sensitive areas of the feet can be rubbed salicylic alcoholafter washing them and drying them thoroughly. With its help, you can effectively exfoliate calloused epidermis, i.e. corns.
In cosmetology salicylic alcohol can be used to disinfect make-up brushes (it is recommended to perform such an operation once a month), and also effectively replace nail polish remover.
Salicylic alcohol – contraindications
Salicylic alcohol contains salicylic acid, so it cannot be used by people allergic to salicylates. It should not be used on open wounds and large areas of the skin – it may result in poisoning with salicylic acid.
The use of salicylic alcohol on the skin of infants is not allowed.
Salicylic alcohol – precautions
Salicylic alcohol it should not come into contact with mucous membranes or eyes. It should also not be eaten.
It has a moderate irritating and drying effect. Long-term use on the skin may lead to its dryness and discoloration.
Salicylic alcohol – price
Salicylic alcohol it is widely available in pharmacies in the form of a solution and patches for corns. In the form of a solution, it may be available in packages of various capacities – from 50 to 800 g. The price for the smallest variant is less than PLN 2. In the case of patches, the price depends on their quantity and manufacturer.