Can 2% salicylic acid be used every day? What is the usage cycle of 2% enhanced salicylic acid?

Salicylic acid is a functional skin care product. It has great benefits on the skin. In our daily life, we often see people using salicylic acid. 2% is a common enhanced concentration, which is aimed at severely acne-prone skin. So, can 2% salicylic acid be used every day?

Can 2% salicylic acid be used every day?

Can't. The function of salicylic acid is to exfoliate, but you can’t exfoliate every day. Excessive exfoliation and excessive keratin metabolism can cause skin sensitivity, damage the skin barrier, and cause erythema, itching, stinging or allergies. What's more, 2% concentration is relatively high. The upper limit of salicylic acid concentration used in skin care is 2%, which is more irritating to the skin.

2% salicylic acid usage cycle

The usage cycle of 2% salicylic acid is three to four weeks, depending on your skin type. If your skin is in good condition, the cycle can be completed in about three weeks. The skin can adapt well to 2% salicylic acid. If your skin condition is slightly worse, it will take about four weeks.

When you first start using 2% salicylic acid, it is best to use it every night and once a day. If your skin is sensitive, it is recommended to use it every other day to avoid irritation to the skin. After one cycle, the skin is able to adapt well to 2% salicylic acid. At this time, the frequency of use should be increased. It can be used during morning and evening skin care. You don't need to use too much each time, about four to five drops. If your skin condition is not good enough, you can increase the amount used appropriately, but not too much, about one to two drops will be enough.

2% salicylic acid usage tips

1. If it is the first time to use a 2% salicylic acid product, it is best to start with 2 or 3 times a week, and then use it every day after making sure your skin can tolerate it. Because 2% salicylic acid is somewhat irritating, some skin types are intolerant to it and it can cause the stratum corneum to become thinner. The stratum corneum of sensitive skin or dry skin is too thin, so it is best not to use it. Especially for sensitive skin, the use of salicylic acid will make the stratum corneum thinner, and the red blood streaks, stinging and other symptoms will become more serious, so it should be avoided. Dry skin may appear rough, dry, dull and yellow, and is more suitable for the use of fruit acid.

2. The upper limit of concentration most suitable for skin use is 2%, and it is suitable for daily use within this range. When the skin has become thinner and its ability to lock in moisture begins to decline, you should reduce the frequency of use of 2% salicylic acid or lower its concentration.

3. It is recommended to use salicylic acid serum only at night. If you want to use it during the day, please apply sunscreen products with SPF15 or above, because after salicylic acid removes old dead skin cells, the new cells produced are easily sunburned by ultraviolet rays;

4. Some people will experience acne breakouts after use. Salicylic acid helps clean pores. If the pores are severely clogged, it is normal to have acne breakouts after use. The acne breakout cycle is generally about 2 to 3 weeks. If you continue to use it, your skin will gradually improve.