• Salicylic acid is in a class of medications called keratolytic agents. (epnet.com)
  • eg, 17% salicylic acid in collodion, 40% salicylic acid plasters, 40% urea ) can also be used, taking care to avoid applying the agents to normal skin. (merckmanuals.com)
  • In order to improve the efficacy of topical acne treatments, it is desired to formulate salicylic acid with oil control agents such as sebum regulators, which regulate the number of active glands or oil-absorbing agents that remove excess oil from the skin. (cosmeticsandtoiletries.com)
  • However, the ingredients necessary to suspend the oil control agents are less stable at the acidic pH of the salicylic acid compositions, and satisfactory suspensions may not be formed. (cosmeticsandtoiletries.com)
  • Salicylic acid is also a keratolytic acid-it removes keratinocytes, the uppermost layer of skin cells. (halecosmeceuticals.com)
  • As a lipophilic keratolytic acid, salicylic acid effectively penetrates pores and removes sebum. (halecosmeceuticals.com)
  • The keratolytic action of salicylic acid makes it useful not only for acne, but also for all-over exfoliation. (halecosmeceuticals.com)
  • These properties make salicylic acid a gentle agent of exfoliation because it can soothe the irritation of newly exposed skin cells. (halecosmeceuticals.com)
  • It is an acne-prone skin that exfoliates and unclogs pores thanks to the keratolytic action of salicylic and glycolic acids. (dermaceutic.com)
  • Because of its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial nature, salicylic acid is used within skincare to promote exfoliation (keratolytic agent), and to remove bacteria, particles, and sebum. (neutrogena.ca)
  • Many topical acne agents include retinoids that may be too irritating to the rosacea skin type and could aggravate the telangiectasiac component. (dermascope.com)
  • Selenium disulfide is sold as an antifungal agent in shampoos for the treatment of dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis associated in the scalp with fungi of genus Malassezia. (wikipedia.org)
  • A 2015 review recommended topical antifungal agents, topical corticosteroids, and topical calcineurin inhibitors like tacrolimus as the main treatments for seborrheic dermatitis based on good-quality evidence, rather than selenium disulfide for which evidence is much more limited. (wikipedia.org)
  • Selenium disulfide acts as an antifungal and keratolytic agent to treat seborrheic dermatitis and dandruff. (wikipedia.org)
  • Pruritic seborrheic conditions include ectoparasites ( Demodex , Notoedres , Cheyletiella , flea related conditions, Sarcoptes ) allergies, infectious agents (staphylococcal pyoderma and Malassezia ) and neoplastic conditions as epitheliotrophic lymphoma that may be present with erythroderma (combination of erythema, pruritus and scaling). (vin.com)
  • AHAs are keratolytic so help the surface skin cells shed. (consumer.org.nz)
  • It is established that rosacea clients can have sensitive skin and misled that this hyper-reactive condition could be affected by topical agents such as cleansers and AHAs. (dermascope.com)
  • AHAs have not been shown to promote angiogenesis and therefore may be a more effective keratolytic agent for rosacea. (dermascope.com)
  • Widely considered the most versatile group of peeling agents, AHAs (including Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Mandelic Acid and Malic Acid) are water-soluble and can be used at different concentrations for different effects on the skin. (skincareloungespa.com)
  • Allantoin (Source: Comfrey Root): a healing, moisturizing, soothing, anti-irritating, keratolytic and non-toxic agent useful in dermatological, cosmetic and veterinary preparation. (zenmed.com)
  • Allantoin is a valuable cell-proliferating healing agent which stimulates healthy tissue formation. (zenmed.com)
  • As for skin benefits, Allantoin is keratolytic, which simply put means that it improves the look of dull skin by exfoliating dead skin cells. (mariobadescu.com)
  • Ideally I would recommend something which contains a humectant or keratolytic - often urea, as it is generally well tolerated. (consumer.org.nz)
  • Your medical professional may pare down the corn in the office using a blade and may prescribe a keratolytic agent (such as urea cream) to help soften the thickened skin. (skinsight.com)
  • Keratolytic actives in appropriate concentrations are used as peels and are recommended for at-home exfoliation, while mechanical stimulation to increase skin blood flow is important for regaining regular epidermal turnover. (gcimagazine.com)
  • Dr. Camp mentions that 'moisturizers that contain keratolytic agents, ingredients that help break apart dead skin cells and remove them from the skin, can help prevent ingrown hair formation. (bustle.com)
  • The long-term treatment of a dull facial complexion involves the combination of basic skin moisturizing ingredients such as emollients, humectants and occlusive agents, as well as actives that induce the orthorhombic phase arrangement in skin. (gcimagazine.com)
  • It also provides a comedolytic and keratolytic action to exfoliate, unclog pores and smooth skin texture. (dermaceutic.com)
  • In the short term, keratolytic peels offer visible improvements. (gcimagazine.com)
  • Although medical treatments have historically been destructive, immunomodulatory agents have now been introduced into practice. (medscape.com)
  • Keratolytic agents like TCA and bichloracetic acid (BCA) are extremely powerful keratolytic agents that rapidly penetrate and chemically cauterize skin, keratin, and other tissues. (medscape.com)
  • Podophyllotoxin and its derivatives are potent cytotoxic agents that inhibit cell mitosis and deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA). (medscape.com)
  • With one of the major keratolytic agents being lactic acid, this body lotion with 12% lactic acid should help do the trick. (bustle.com)
  • Agents that soften, separate, and cause desquamation of the cornified epithelium or horny layer of skin. (umassmed.edu)
  • Benzoyl peroxide is an oxidizing agent demonstrating antibacterial activity. (rxlist.com)
  • Cracked or dehydrated skin allows chemical peel agents to penetrate further, which can intensify stinging and burning. (skincareloungespa.com)
  • HFSR from TKIs can appear within the first 2 to 4 weeks of therapy, 2,10 and this occurrence constitutes a variation of HFS distinct from that seen in traditional cytotoxic agents. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
  • Selenium disulfide acts as a keratolytic and antifungal agent. (wikipedia.org)
  • Ivermectin Brand name product: Stromectol* Ivermectin is an oral antiparasitic agent approved for the treatment of worm infestations. (cdc.gov)
  • It was a three-arm trial of 246 people with moderate to severe dandruff and compared treatment with 2% ketoconazole shampoo (n=97), 2.5% selenium disulfide shampoo (n=100), and placebo (shampoo base with no antiseborrheic agent) (n=49) for 29 days. (wikipedia.org)
  • Various topical agents that are less likely to be absorbed by the mother may be preferred during breastfeeding, especially while nursing a newborn or preterm infant. (drugs.com)
  • BHA and AHA that reduce intercorneocyte cohesion by destroying lipids that bind the outer cells of the epidermis with their keratolytic properties. (dermaceutic.com)
  • And some type of occlusive agent, such as a fat or oil, which serves to seal in the moisture present in the skin and prevent further moisture loss," she said. (consumer.org.nz)
  • BPO is an antimicrobial agent that has some keratolytic effects and does not contribute to antibiotic resistance. (skintherapyletter.com)
  • This agent is indicated for intralesional treatment of refractory or recurring external condyloma acuminatum and is particularly useful for patients who have not responded satisfactorily to other treatment modalities (eg, podophyllin, surgical excision, laser therapy, or cryotherapy). (medscape.com)
  • Clinical studies of this disease in relationship to these acids are reassuring because rosacea can readily accommodate irritating agents. (dermascope.com)
  • Keratolytic agents break apart the snap-like bonds (corneodesmosomes) that hold dead skin cells (corneocytes) together, allowing them to shed more easily and therefore improving the skin's texture and overall appearance. (skincareloungespa.com)
  • A wide spectrum of skin cleansing agents exist for acne ranging from lipid free cleansers, syndets and astringents to exfoliants and abrasives. (skintherapyletter.com)
  • It is a topical keratolytic agent that works by dissolving the intercellular cement that holds epithelial cells together. (cosmeticsandtoiletries.com)
  • and in thickened, dry or callused skin it has a keratolytic effect, which means it helps the dead skin to flake off more easily - which helps to treat the cracking or splitting which people might get around their heels," Bronwyn said. (consumer.org.nz)
  • This graph shows the total number of publications written about "Keratolytic Agents" by people in this website by year, and whether "Keratolytic Agents" was a major or minor topic of these publications. (umassmed.edu)
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  • Bullous forms of HFS are more severe and tend to be associated with specific chemotherapy agents such as cisplatin (Platinol-AQ), methotrexate (Trexall), and the TKIs. (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
  • Priming exfoliating agents helps to acclimate skin and ensure that the client receives the best possible result from their peel. (skincareloungespa.com)
  • Peeling agents with a low pH are more acidic and better able to target concerns like pigmentation and wrinkles. (skincareloungespa.com)
  • Alcohol: Small amounts used as cleaning agents. (zenmed.com)
  • 4-10 The incidence of HFS observed in clinical trials with agents such as capecitabine (Xeloda) is around 50%, with 17% of patients reporting a severe form (grade 3). (oncologynurseadvisor.com)
  • Yellow and white beeswax are used as natural thickeners, emulsifiers, and as stiffening agents in cosmetics. (zenmed.com)
  • Avobenzone: an oil soluble sunscreen agent that works by absorbing UV rays over a wide wavelength, and then converting them to less damaging infrared radiation (heat). (zenmed.com)