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"Salicylic acid is a very drying product. What I would say is you do need to see a dermatologist for this because you're probably going to need isotretinoin, which is a prescription only medication, and for skin of color it's really important that you treat it early because otherwise you're left with scarring that can be atrophic scarring but also hyperpigmentation too."
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"Instead of your physical gritty rough texture, grab something that's going to have an ingredient like salicylic acid or glycolic acid in it. These are topical skincare acids, chemical exfoliants that can help break up dead skin cell debris, help them slough away more gently while leaving your skin barrier intact."
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"Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid, which is commonly known as a BHA, and it's generally used for acne treatments and it's used in exfoliating products. While low concentrations up to 2% are considered safe, it's also advisable to avoid using higher concentrations of these for prolonged use during pregnancy, as that can also be absorbed into the bloodstream and potentially affect a baby. Topical salicylic acid is an ingredient that's pretty much in everything, so you have to be careful about layering products. There's been a number of large studies examining the outcomes of women who've taken low dose oral salicylic acid during pregnancy and there was no increase in baseline risk of adverse effects such as malformations, preterm birth, or even low birth weight. However, there's been no studies conducted in pregnancy on topical use. As such a relatively small proportion is being absorbed through the skin, it's unlikely to pose any risk. If the oral study with oral salicylic acid was fine, it's very unlikely that topically is going to be a problem. I think the advice that we generally say is that anything up to 2% or in a wash is probably generally safe."
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"Salicylic acid is one of my most favorite ingredients but it is not pregnancy safe. Whether it's salicylic acid serum, salicylic acid toner, or salicylic acid face wash, and beta hydroxy acid, you must completely avoid all of these during pregnancy and while nursing."
✓Approved
"BHA or salicylic acid can be used on dry skin. BHA or salicylic acid is less irritating so you can use this over the areas where you have blackheads and whiteheads on a clean face, dry face in the morning time. You can use this over the affected area in the morning and then follow with the moisturizer."
