Lactic acid
Uses
Lactic Acid is used in the treatment of nutritional deficiencies and also for the treatment of severe forms of dry and scaly skin.
How it Works
Lactic acid cream is a humectant. Lactic acid works by providing essential nutrients to the body. Lactic acid works by increasing the amount of water in the skin, making it softer and more pliable.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Lactic acid can include the symptoms below;
Application site tingling,
Burning sensation,
Skin redness,
Irritation
Urea
Uses
Urea is used in the treatment of excessive skin dryness such as caused by eczema, psoriasis and keratosis.
How it Works
Urea is used to soften rough or dry skin. Urea is also used to soften damaged fingernails or toenails so they can be removed without surgery. Urea is known as a diamide of carbonic acid. Urea works by dissolving the intercellular matrix which is known as the substance found between cells, which then results in softening of dry and rough skin.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Urea can include the symptoms below;
Skin rash,
Temporary burning or stinging
Propylene glycol
Uses
Propylene Glycol is used in the treatment of Hemolysis, Hyperosmolality, Lactic acidosis, Skin disorders and dry eye disease.
How it Works
Propylene glycol works by Decreasing the serotonin level in the brain and also Softening the dry and rough skin.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Propylene glycol can include the symptoms below;
Hypersensitivity,
Local irritation,
Severe redness or irritation of treated skin,
Diaphoresis,
Unresponsiveness,
Mild itching
liquid paraffin
Uses
Liquid paraffin is used in the treatment of constipation.
How it Works
Liquid paraffin is known as a laxative. Liquid paraffin works by softening the hard stools and thus relieves constipation. Liquid paraffin also acts as an emollient which is an agent that softens or soothes the skin, that moisturizes dry skin, thereby relieving dryness and itching.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of liquid paraffin include the symptoms below;
Abdominal pain,
Anal irritation
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