Usage Rate of Willow Bark Extract (Natural Salicylic Acid) in Acne Gel
Question
Based on the product information, is a 5% usage rate of Willow Bark Extract (Natural Salicylic Acid) suitable for a gel formulation intended for treating mild to moderate inflammatory acne? What are the expected properties or effects at this concentration, particularly regarding skin exfoliation and dissolving clogged pores, considering the recommended range of 5-10% for accelerated cell turnover and dark spot reduction?
Answer
Answer to your question
Willow Bark Extract, which contains Salicylic Acid as its main active component according to the product information, has several beneficial properties for the skin, such as helping to exfoliate skin cells, reducing irritation, acting as an antioxidant, and possessing disinfectant properties.
The recommended usage rate for Willow Bark Extract (Natural Salicylic Acid) is 1-10%. The product description specifically states that a usage rate of 5-10% is suitable for accelerated cell turnover and reducing dark spots. The properties of skin exfoliation and dissolving clogged pores observed at a 10% concentration are highly relevant to acne treatment.
Therefore, the recommended usage rate of 5% for a mild to moderate inflammatory acne gel is likely within the concentration range that provides beneficial effects related to skin exfoliation and other properties relevant to acne treatment, based on the information provided in the product details.
However, for the official Safety Data Sheet (SDS) or more detailed technical information, including specific studies supporting the recommended usage rates, you should contact customer service directly at care@myskinrecipes.com, as the staff member previously advised. These documents are specific technical documents that must be obtained directly from the supplier.
