Salicylic Acid followed by Retin-A?

Question

I have some very deeply blocked pores on my face which are very deep under the skin. I am trying to unblock them by using an over the counter Salicylic Acid Peel (a BHA) which is fairly mild and would like to follow up with some prescription stength Retin - A.

Do you think this woul be an okay way of treating these deeply blocked pores?

Answer 1

You might experience some "burns" from the chemicals as well as inflamation by combining them.

Would you consider using the Retin A tonight, and then the Salicylic Acid tomorrow? The Salicylic Acid is a natural anti-inflamotry so it would be better to use it several hours after the Retin A - and it would help to dry up any oozing or blisters that you might get from the Retin A (that often happens when you use too much of it).

If they are blackheads - get the Biore stips - they are the best at pulling "stuff" out of your pores.  After the Biore - use the salicylic acid.

Answer 2

Hi Molly

The two shouldn't be mixed. It won't be a good reaction. Talk to the cosmetic department and ask what products you can safely use to help your clogged pores.

It may also benefit you to have a facial done at a reputable spa.