Why does acne break out when using Paula's salicylic acid? How many drops should I use at a time?

Paula's salicylic acid scrub can help with closed comedones, but some people find that it causes acne breakouts when using it. Why does using Paula's salicylic acid cause acne breakouts? Paula, how many drops of salicylic acid should I use at a time?

Why does using Paula salicylic acid cause acne breakouts?

Acne may occur after acid peeling. Salicylic acid will penetrate deep into the pores to remove dead skin cells, accelerate the metabolism of acne and blackheads, and even ripen new acne. Therefore, a certain degree of acne breakouts is normal. Do not squeeze them with your hands. Please persist in using it for a period of time and the acne will naturally subside.

How many drops of salicylic acid should I use at a time?

Dosage: Take a dime-sized amount each time and apply evenly on the face with a cotton pad.

We noticed that salicylic acid has excellent skin care effects and is highly praised on the Internet, but domestic cosmetics are reluctant to add this ingredient. The reasons are, firstly, that it is prone to allergies, and secondly, like other acid products, acid scrubbing requires caution and attention should be paid to the correct usage method.

1. First, start with low concentrations. Compared with the commonly used concentration of 5% or even 10% of fruit acid, the concentration of salicylic acid used is generally lower, and domestic cosmetics also set its maximum added concentration at 2%.

Therefore, when you first use salicylic acid, you can start with a concentration of 0.5% and gradually increase it to 1% or 2%. This can help you build up tolerance and test whether you are allergic to salicylic acid. Again, acid peeling is suitable for people with patience. If you don’t have patience, it is recommended to directly use "sulfuric acid" instead of "salicic acid". After all, the final results are not much different.

2. Secondly, when using salicylic acid products, please stay away from other exfoliating products, including but not limited to retinol, fruit acid, cleansing masks, etc.

When using salicylic acid or other acids, please be sure to pay attention to strengthening moisturizing. Especially salicylic acid, its fat-soluble nature will make the skin drier, so moisturizing is necessary. Choosing a product that is gentle yet has keratin repair properties will keep your skin safe and healthy.

3. Sun protection. In fact, I have been reminding everyone that whether you use acid or not, sun protection is a very important step in skin care. The use of acid products will weaken the sun protection ability of the stratum corneum, so you may need to strengthen sun protection. Please use sunscreen products with SPF15 or above during the day.

4. Don’t try salicylic acid if you have sensitive skin.

Well, that’s all about the introduction of the dosage of Paula’s salicylic acid. I think you all understand and know the reasons for acne breakouts when using Paula’s salicylic acid.