Guide to Using Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid Wipes
If you want to make good use of salicylic acid and glycolic acid wipes, you must first know their properties and follow their methods to obtain their benefits and avoid their harm.
Salicylic acid has excellent exfoliation ability, can unclog pores, inhibit the growth of Propionibacterium acne, and is quite effective in treating acne and improving skin roughness. Glycolic acid is one of the fruit acids, which can promote the shedding of the stratum corneum, improve skin metabolism, and make the skin glowing, smooth and delicate.
When using for the first time, it is recommended to do a local skin test first. Take a wipe and gently wipe it on the skin behind the ear or inside the arm, and wait for fifteen to twenty minutes. If there is no redness, swelling, itching, tingling and other discomfort during this period, it can be used on the face or other parts.
For the frequency of use, it should be less at the beginning. It can be used once or twice a week, and then gradually increase the number of times after the skin gets used to it. However, for oily skin and those with strong tolerance, it can be increased appropriately. For dry and sensitive skin, be careful not to overuse it, so as not to damage the skin barrier.
When wiping, the action should be gentle. Use a wipe to gently wipe the face, focusing on the T-zone, the sides of the nose and the chin and other areas with strong oil secretion. Be careful to avoid the delicate areas of the skin around the eyes and lips to prevent irritation.
After use, the skin may feel a little tight. At this time, when hydrating and moisturizing in time, you can pat your face with a gentle toner, and then apply a moisturizing lotion or cream. And after daytime use, be sure to do a good job of sun protection, because salicylic acid and glycolic acid or increase skin sensitivity to ultraviolet rays, if there is no protection, it is easy to cause sunburn, tanning and photoaging.
If the skin experiences serious discomfort during use, such as severe pain, increased redness and swelling, rash, etc., you should stop using it immediately, wash it with water, and seek medical attention as appropriate. Only by following this correct method and making good use of salicylic acid and glycolic acid wipes can you help your skin regain its vitality and show its radiance.