Skinceuticals Acne Treatment With Salicylic Acid
SkinCeuticals salicylic acid peel is used to treat oily acne prone skin. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid derived from aspirin that is a common ingredient in over the counter acne treatments. When applied as a peel it is highly effective, because of its ability to penetrate the follicle. Does this Spark an idea?
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Contents
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SkinCeuticals salicylic acid acne treatment consists of 20 percent salicylic acid combined with 10 percent mandelic acid. It is applied as a superficial peel.
How it works
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The salicylic acid in SkinCeuticals peel treatment exfoliates the skin and unclogs pores by dissolving oil and cellular debris. Mandelic acid is added to prevent inflammation and irritation.
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Benefits
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SkinCeuticals salicylic acid peel breaks down hyperpigmentation (dark spots). It also stimulates collagen production, plumping the skin. This smooths acne scarring and pitting.
Considerations
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A trained beauty therapist or medical professional must perform SkinCeuticals.
Microdermabrasion or intense pulsed light laser can be added to SkinCeuticals salicylic acid peel for a more aggressive treatment.
Warning
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SkinCeuticals salicylic acid peel should be avoided by people allergic to aspirin, those using retinols (Retin-A/Renova), and pregnant or breastfeeding women.
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References
- Photo Credit Image by Flickr.com, courtesy of Drew Herron
