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
Salicyclic Acid
Uses
Salicylic Acid is used in the treatment of acne, dandruff, seborrhea, or psoriasis, removal of corns, calluses, warts, keratoses which is an abnormal skin growth condition and dermatitis.
How it Works
Salicylic acid is known as a keratolytic. Salicylic acid works to allow the shedding of the outer layer of skin. Salicylic acid works on reducing swelling and redness. Salicyclic Acid also loosens and softens the dry, scaly skin thus causing it to peel off.
Common Side effects
Some of the potential side effects of Salicyclic Acid include the symptoms below;
Skin irritation,
Difficult breathing,
Dryness and peeling of skin,
Fainting,
Hives or itching,
Redness