Can Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads be used every day? Are Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads harmful?

Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads are an American product, but they are somewhat famous in China. Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads are said to be very effective. Many people with acne on their faces find this to be more useful. Let's take a look below.

Although Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads are effective, they cannot be used every day. Daily use is very harmful to the skin and will damage the skin barrier. It is recommended to use it 2-3 times a week. Be sure to do an allergy test before doing so.

1. Local effects: Excessive removal of the stratum corneum will weaken the skin's defenses, and erythema, itching, tingling or allergies may occur.

2. Systemic symptoms: For general skin care and small-scale users, there should be no systemic side effects. However, for patients who use salicylic acid over a large area (greater than 30% of the body area) or for a long time, special attention should be paid to the occurrence of salicylism.

3. Excessive removal of the stratum corneum will weaken the skin's defense ability and erythema, itching, stinging or allergies may occur. Therefore, the use of salicylic acid needs to strengthen moisturizing and repair, and it is best to avoid contact with eyes, face, reproductive organs and mucous membranes.

Stridex salicylic acid pads from the United States are not recommended for use by pregnant women. Since salicylic acid is harmful, the Department of Drug Administration of the Department of Health has limited the concentration of salicylic acid in cosmetics to between 0.2% and 2% since 1999. Cosmetics containing salicylic acid must be labeled with a warning to ensure the safety of long-term use, and children under 3 years old are not allowed to use them.

Stridex salicylic acid cotton pads, whether green or red, are more suitable for night use. You can directly wipe the skin with the cotton pad, and then gently apply it for 2 minutes on blackheads and closed comedones. You don’t need to wash your face after use and you can start the next step.