Is
Resorcinol Really an Answer?
Use of products containing resorcinol or
resorcinol monoacetate that is intended to be applied to
the skin and left on it for longer periods of time
should follow a regime that include (a) Cleansing the
skin thoroughly prior to application of the product; (b)
Applying the product to the affected area once or thrice
a day, depending on the aridity of the skin. If the skin
feels excessively dry, a single application is good
enough, otherwise, a few more applications will be more
effective. Of course, a sensitivity test may be
conducted beforehand by applying the product sparingly
to a smaller area and then observe the
result.
Resorcinol and acne
treatment would yield better result if the therapeutic
regime includes effective deep pore treatment at least
once a week for several months. This could be achieved
through a clay mask intended to soak up all the oxidized
sebum that would automatically unclog the pores.
Alternatively, salicylic acid applied in higher
percentages would serve the same purpose, though it may
irritate the skin badly and may leave bad blotches that would be
difficult to remove. However you need also to know that
treatments such as Resorcinol and acne often lead to
side effects, and the results are not permanent as
well.
