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Salicylic Acid Acne
Body Acne
I have some acne on my shoulders and upper back. Is this because I work out? How can I get rid of it while continuing to exercise?
Body acne is not uncommon, especially in the summer. Between jumping into chlorinated pools, lying on salty, sandy beaches, and sweating on the sidewalk, it's surprising that we make it to September without more skin problems.
The acne that occurs on the body happens for the same reason we get acne on our faces. Pores get clogged, our oil glands produce sebum, ...
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Expert & Community Posts
Dark Skin is Sensitive Skin
By healthgal , Health Expert...clindamycin is a good regimen. Chemical peels with salicylic acid and microdermabrasion may... Read more »
Does Toothpaste Really Work on Pimples?
By Sue Chung , Health Expert...the bacteria responsible for acne. For example, salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are both... Read more »
Simple Steps For Treating Acne
By Sue Chung , Health Expert...pores to clear them out. Glycolic, lactic, and salicylic acids are the most common chemical... Read more »
The Truth About Rosacea
By Sue Chung , Health Expert...example, anti-acne and anti-aging ingredients such as salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids, and... Read more »
The Truth About Rosacea
By Sue Chung , Health Expert...example, anti-acne and anti-aging ingredients such as salicylic acid, alpha-hydroxy acids, and... Read more »
Health Guide
Wart removal
...safely removed without seeing a dermatologist? Answer: Over-the-counter (OTC) medications containing salicylic acid are often effective in removing warts. Keeping a wart loosely covered with... Read more »HPV
...warts must be treated by a physician. A physician's choices include caustic topic treatments such as salicylic acid, trichloroacetic acid, and podophyllin. Physicians have additional, more... Read more »Acne
...lotions are applied directly to the skin. They may contain benzoyl peroxide, sulfur, resorcinol, or salicylic acid. They work by killing bacteria, drying up the oil, and causing your skin to peel.... Read more »Wrinkle Treatment
...exfoliation methods.Abrasive Scrubs. Scrub gently with a mildly abrasive material and a soap that contains salicylic acid to remove old skin so that new skin can grow. The motion should be... Read more »Psoriasis: Topical Medications
...or UVB inactivates this medicine, although there is a higher risk for sunburn with this combination.Salicylic AcidTopical salicylic acid is useful for removing scaly plaque and enhancing other... Read more »Images
Medications
...cleansers products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid soaps and cosmetics with... Read more »
...cleansers products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid soaps and cosmetics with... Read more »
...cleansers products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid soaps and cosmetics with... Read more »
...cleansers products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid soaps and cosmetics with... Read more »
...cleansers products containing sulfur, resorcinol or salicylic acid soaps and cosmetics with... Read more »
Related News
Human body makes its own "aspirin," scientists find
December 28, 2008British scientists have found new evidence that humans make their own salicylic acid (SA), the material formed when aspirin breaks down in the body.... Read summary »
Cosmetic Injection Turns Back Time
March 19, 2007By Vivian Richardson, Ivanhoe Health Correspondent ORLANDO, Fla. (Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Young skin is springy, stretchy and smooth. Those are... Read summary »
Folic Acid Supplements Keep Mind Sharp
February 07, 2007(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- A daily boost of folic acid could keep your mind sharper longer. New research reveals older adults who take the vitamin every... Read summary »
Folic Acid During Pregnancy Increases Risks
December 08, 2008(Ivanhoe Newswire) -- Being exposed to folic acid antagonists during pregnancy may lead to several serious conditions. A new report finds the... Read summary »
Attacking Acne
May 05, 2008WASHINGTON, D.C. (Ivanhoe Broadcast News) -- Acne is a problem written all over your face. Now, there's a new way to fight it, and it's helping... Read summary »
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