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salicylic-acid

Salicylic Acid

Liquid or Gel

Salicylic Acid in alcohol (liquid)  or glycerol (gel) is mostly used to treat hyperpigmentations which are ,, resistant,, to TCA .

Specific Indications

  • Hyperpigmentations ,, resistant,, to TCA 
  • Axillary hollows hyperpigmentations.
  • Intime Area hyperpigmentations . 
  • A true innovative anti-aging gel,recommended for elderly skin or skin with premature aging in absence of allergy .

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3 Concentrations are available for clinical use

3 concentrations salicylic acid

Clinical Effects & Visual Appearance

Salicylic Concentrations & Visual EffectsRose ( Blush)Grey (Patchy)White Dense
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Salicylic Concentrations & Visual Effects:

Physical Effect
Rose ( Blush):

Appearance
Grey (Patchy):

Crystallization
White Dense:

Pseudo Frosting
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Salicylic Concentrations & Visual Effects:

Concentrations w/v
Rose ( Blush):

25% or less
Grey (Patchy):

25-30%
White Dense:

30-40%
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Salicylic Concentrations & Visual Effects:

Effects
Rose ( Blush):
  • Mild erythema
  • no visible frosting
  • no visible crystallization
Grey (Patchy):
  • Visible pseudofrosting in some zones
  • partial precipitation of crystals
White Dense:
  • Thick white film
  • crystallized salicylic acid
  • not true protein coagulation
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Salicylic Concentrations & Visual Effects:

Depth
Rose ( Blush):
  • Very superficial
Grey (Patchy):
  • Superficial peel
White Dense:
  • Superficial epidermal peel
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Salicylic Concentrations & Visual Effects:

Indications
Rose ( Blush):

  • Sensitive skin

  • melasma

  • maintenance treatments
Grey (Patchy):
  • Acne-prone skin
  • comedones
  • oily zones
White Dense:
  • Acne
  • seborrheic skin
  • keratosis pilaris
  • thick skin areas (nose, chin, back)

Comparison Table : Salicylic Acid in Ethanol vs Glycerol

Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol		Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol		Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Vehicle Type
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Volatile
  • Fast Penetrating Solvent
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Humectant
  • Viscous
  • Slow Penetration
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Polarity
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Medium Polarity
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Low Polarity
  • More hydrophilic
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Solubility
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • High
  • Up to 20%
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Moderate
  • 5-10%
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Evaporation
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Rapid
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Very Slow
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

pH Effect
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • More Acidic Feel
  • Dries fast
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Softer
  • Buffer Effect
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Irritation Potential
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • High
  • Especially on mucosa adjacent skin
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Low to Moderate
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Esterification Risk
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • High -> Desiccation of epithelium
  • Needs Heat or Acid Catalyst
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Low -> Hydration maintained
  • No Esterification possible
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Stinging/Burning
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Common
  • On Sensitive Skin
  • On Damaged Skin
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Rare
  • Unless combined with Alcohol
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Use on Intimate Areas
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Not Recommended
  • Too Irritant
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Preferred for Peri Anal Hyperchromia
  • Preferred for Genital Hyperchromia
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Specific Indications
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:
  • Oily Zones
  • Non Sensitive Zones
  • Keratotic Zones 
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Sensitive Skin
  • Thin Skin
  • Hyperpigmented Mucosa Adjacent Skin
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Salicylic Acid in Ethanol
vs Glycerol:

Indications for Keratotic Zones

Skin areas with thickened stratum corneum (hyperkeratosis)

 typically due to friction, pressure, or chronic irritation.
Salicylic Acid
in Ethanol:

  • Upper back

  • Elbows

  • Knees

  • Buttocks

  • Plantar feet
Salicylic Acid
in Glycerol:
  • Not Recommended 
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