On the Effect of Glycolic Acid on Scalp Psoriasis
Husband's scalp psoriasis is a disease that plagues everyone, and patients often suffer from itching, desquamation and other diseases. The effect of glycolic acid on scalp psoriasis is of great concern to doctors and patients.

Glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid with unique chemical properties. Its molecular structure is exquisite and can easily penetrate into the stratum corneum of the skin. In the treatment of scalp psoriasis, glycolic acid can play multiple roles.

First, glycolic acid has excellent exfoliation effect. In patients with scalp psoriasis, the scalp keratinocytes proliferate rapidly and accumulate into thick crumbs. Glycolic acid can loosen the connection between keratinocytes, make the thick stratum corneum gradually fall off, restore freshness to the scalp, and reduce the trouble of scales. Just like the spring breeze, moisturize it and remove the annoying accumulation of that layer.

Second, glycolic acid can regulate the metabolism of skin cells. Normal skin cell metabolism is orderly, but in patients with psoriasis cell metabolism is disordered. Glycolic acid can promote cell renewal on the right track, allow new cells to grow orderly, reduce the accumulation of abnormal cells, and then improve the symptoms of scalp psoriasis. It is like setting things right and returning the order of disorder to normal.

Third, glycolic acid may have a certain anti-inflammatory effect. Scalp psoriasis is often accompanied by an inflammatory reaction. Glycolic acid can inhibit the release of inflammatory mediators and reduce inflammation such as redness, swelling and itching of the scalp. It is like calming a dispute and gradually extinguishing the "fire of war" of the scalp.

However, the use of glycolic acid in the treatment of scalp psoriasis should also be cautious. Its acidic properties, if used inappropriately or too frequently, may irritate the scalp and cause scalp discomfort, such as tingling, redness, etc. Therefore, patients should follow the doctor's instructions and try it at a low concentration first to observe the tolerance of the scalp. And during use, if there is any discomfort, it should be stopped immediately and a doctor should be consulted.

In short, glycolic acid may be an effective way to treat scalp psoriasis. However, its use needs to be weighed against the pros and cons, and it should be done with caution in order to achieve the best therapeutic effect and help patients get rid of scalp psoriasis.