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Nonye
07/06/24-10:53
As Salicylic acid is speeding up the rate at which your skin evicts old skin cells, it can sometimes initially cause more breakouts to come to the surface. This process is also known as purging. These blemishes were lurking there anyway, but have just made a more prompt appearance. It’s short-term pain for long-term gain though, as Salicylic acid will help reduce future breakouts.
Confusingly, an increase in spots after incorporating Salicylic acid into your routine could also be a sign that you’re using too much Salicylic acid or too many blemish-busting treatments in total. When it’s overwhelmed, dehydrated and irritated, your skin can start to act out – leading to more breakouts.
Image- Cassandra Bankson
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Do you think you're using too much Salicylic acid in your routine?
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No
I don't even know anymore:(
Nonye
07/06/24-10:50
As Salicylic acid is speeding up the rate at which your skin evicts old skin cells, it can sometimes initially cause more breakouts to come to the surface. This process is also known as purging. These blemishes were lurking there anyway, but have just made a more prompt appearance. It’s short-term pain for long-term gain though, as Salicylic acid will help reduce future breakouts.
Confusingly, an increase in spots after incorporating Salicylic acid into your routine could also be a sign that you’re using too much Salicylic acid or too many blemish-busting treatments in total. When it’s overwhelmed, dehydrated and irritated, your skin can start to act out – leading to more breakouts.
Image- Cassandra Bankson
Click on an answer to vote
Do you think you're using too much Salicylic Acid in your routine?
2votes
Yes
No
I'm not even sure anymore :(
mimi
Fresh Face
07/06/24-10:50
Cheznpoppy
Moisturised Master
07/06/24-10:50
My concerns are oiliness, sun damage and ageing. Trying my best to help my skin as much as I can.
Cheznpoppy
Moisturised Master
07/06/24-10:47
Excited to learn more about this lovely product.
Lawsie
07/06/24-10:44
Carley
Moisturised Master
07/06/24-10:44(edited)
I have very sensitive skin which likes to react to any things that isn’t gentle on the skin so unfortunately I’m limited in what I can use. I’d love to find my ideal routine through CeraVe.
I have blemish probe, combination skin
