Tricks with baby powder for facial skin problems

Properties of baby powder

Baby powder effectively removes oily skin. Shiny, oily facial skin takes on a beautiful appearance thanks to the drying effect of talc. When this drug is applied to the inflamed epidermis, the healing process of weeping areas occurs much faster. There is practically no pain in this case.

The powder effectively disinfects the epidermis and prevents further development of the pathological inflammatory process. If you use extracts or decoctions of calendula and chamomile along with it for blackheads, then the inflammation goes away much faster, and the bacteria are destroyed in several procedures.

The drug effectively fights rashes, removes roughness and scars on the face. It has a cosmetic effect, visually brightens the skin and eliminates unhealthy shine and color.

The powder has a natural composition and does not contain artificial flavors or other chemical additives. Result of using face powder:

almost complete disappearance of areas of inflammation;
disappearance of unsightly oily shine due to the mattifying effect;
reduction in the number of pimples and rash elements with further complete disappearance;
the skin becomes light and soft to the touch.

Therapeutic effect

You can find out whether Streptocide helps with acne by familiarizing yourself with its medicinal properties. The local medication has the following effects on the skin:

bacteriostatic;
anti-inflammatory;
regenerating.

Due to its bacteriostatic effect, sulfonamide inhibits the growth of pathogenic bacteria. Pathogenic microflora are not able to show resistance to the substance, so it can be used for acne for a long time. At the same time, the use of a bacteriostatic has a positive effect on mild to moderate acne.

Due to the anti-inflammatory and regenerating effect of the product, existing rashes and traces of them go away much faster.

Contraindications

Acne powder should not be used in the following cases:

For dry skin. In this case, the problem only worsens, emphasizing the presence of rashes, causing new areas of peeling. Talc and other components change the color of the skin: it becomes pale.
If your skin has large pores. They become clogged with talc, become contaminated and soon become infected. This process contributes to the appearance of deep acne, which is difficult to cure.
If you are intolerant to talc and other components of the powder. It causes severe allergic reactions in the form of rash, hives, and swelling. The most life-threatening condition is anaphylactic shock (extremely rare).
Respiratory tract diseases. Talc easily enters the lungs and bronchi due to its powdery consistency. With bronchitis and asthma, their exacerbation occurs.

It is not recommended to use the product in winter due to its drying effect. It enhances the negative effects of frosty air on the skin. Improper use of baby powder in winter can cause deterioration of the face, chapping and the appearance of scales.

In addition, the use of the medication is prohibited for any deterioration in the condition of the epidermis:

redness;
peeling;
irritation;
swelling.

Composition and release forms

Streptocide for acne on the face is used due to the substance sulfonamide contained in its composition.
It is a short-acting antibiotic with a broad spectrum of antimicrobial activity. Streptocide has the following release forms:

liniment;
ointment;
powder;
pills.

Liniment contains 5% of the main active substance – sulfanilamide. Additionally, the composition includes glycerin. The product has bacteriostatic properties, and due to glycerin it prevents drying and irritation of the skin. That is why it can be used for dry and sensitive skin types.

The ointment contains 10 percent sulfonamide and petroleum jelly. Due to the content of the last component, Streptocide ointment for acne is not used for people with oily skin types, as it contributes to even greater clogging of pores.

The powder is packaged in paper bags, each of which contains the active substance sulfanilamide in a dosage of 2 g. For the face with acne, it is most often used as part of medicinal masks and talkers. Not suitable for sensitive skin types in its pure form, as it can dry out the skin, cause irritation and peeling.

In addition to the antibiotic, the tablets contain an additional component - paraffin. The drug can be used externally in the treatment of acne, both in pure form and as part of medicinal mixtures. Streptocide also successfully treats boils and folliculitis.

Methods of using powder

Before applying the product to your face, it is recommended to wash your skin thoroughly and dry it gently. Spread the powder evenly over the surface using a sponge. It is better to use a fluffy sponge, as a smooth one will not ensure uniform application. The drug should be applied in the evening and removed at night.

The powder can be applied to the face with a brush, treating only acne. This method involves treating diseased areas several times a day.

Sometimes powder can be used instead of powder. It evens out the tone of the face and fights the excessive formation of sebum during the hot season. To prevent the powder from leading to peeling, it is applied to the skin, previously lubricated with a cosmetic moisturizer. Rules for using powder instead of powder:

Use a brush for careful distribution;
take in small quantities;
Pay special attention to problem areas of the face.

If talc is used to correct dark circles under the eyes, you need to take more of it and carefully distribute it over the skin. A little powder can be added to mascara. In this case, it will give additional volume to the eyelashes.

Using this powder you can do baking makeup for the face. The result is excellent glowing and healthy skin without unsightly oily shine and enlarged pores. There are several stages in applying this makeup:

At the first stage, moisturizer is applied to the skin around the eyes. After it is absorbed, apply a primer. If there are a large number of age spots and wrinkles on the face, use concealer. The product is distributed under the eyes using a sponge.
Only after preparatory measures do they begin to apply the powder. This is done using a wide brush. The tone of the face gradually evens out. Excess powder is removed using the same wide brush.
Once the powder is applied, begin applying the final layer of makeup. To get rid of excess, put a little powder on the brush and remove the remaining powder from the face.

On the basis of this children's product, the so-called. transparent powder. It is white, but does not create any color effect and does not affect the change in complexion. Transparent powder effectively evens out complexion, gives makeup strength, and creates the effect of youthful, velvety skin. Transparent powder is used as:

ordinary powder;
“first aid” product for problem areas with shine;
covering already finished makeup.

Apply translucent powder using a wide brush. Ingredients for making powder:

½ tsp. corn starch;
1 tsp. powder.

The ingredients should be poured into a glass container or an empty powder box. To obtain a homogeneous mass, it must be mixed thoroughly.

Based on the powder, you can also prepare healing powder for skin care. To prepare it you need to take the following ingredients:

powder;
cocoa powder;
a pinch of chopped nutmeg;
cinnamon;
zinc oxide;
a few drops of essential oil for skin care.

Combine all the components and you will get a homemade face powder that effectively fights inflammation, gives the skin an even and beautiful tone, and refreshes it. It applies well, does not leave stains, and does not clog pores.

How to use Streptocide for acne

In addition to the listed professional and folk cosmetics for acne, baby powder can be used.

This remedy is not widely known, however, it is effective - it fights well against purulent acne and other inflammations.

The effectiveness of powder in the fight against rashes is explained quite simply.

What to do, if

pimple does not mature for a long time

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After all, this is a protective product for infants, eliminating various inflammations and irritations that appear on the bottom during the hot season or after using diapers.

Reviews about the use of powder and medications for acne are mostly positive.

It is important to understand that the results of using a particular drug are individual and depend on the characteristics of the body.

There are many drugs and folk recipes against acne. The main thing is to choose the right one.

Ekaterina Stepanova

Svetlana Onisenko

Recipes for masks with powder

There are different recipes for masks for treating acne based on baby powder:

To prepare a mask with calendula, the main component is powder, you need to mix it with a ready-made pharmacy alcohol tincture of calendula. The result should be a paste with a consistency reminiscent of thick sour cream. The composition should be used to treat all areas covered with acne. Keep the mixture for 20 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cool water.
A mask with chamomile dries and soothes. The powder should be diluted with chamomile decoction until a paste is obtained. Apply the mixture to problem areas of the skin and leave for half an hour. Rinse with warm water and do a light massage.
An aloe vera mask can be made by mixing baby powder with a small amount of the juice of this plant. You can add herbal decoctions to the mask. The mask should have the consistency of a thick cream. Apply to skin spotwise at night. In the morning, you need to thoroughly rinse off any remaining dried cream.
Mix 3 tbsp. l. powder, 2 tbsp. l. warm milk. It is necessary to smear the face with the resulting mixture for half an hour, and then rinse with cool water. To avoid drying out the skin, it is recommended to use the mask once a week.
A mask with milk, talc and white clay can be prepared by mixing these components in equal quantities (2 tbsp each). Apply to pimples, leave for half an hour, then rinse. The mask can be used every day.
To prepare a mask with hydrogen peroxide, only a 3% solution should be used. The mask should have a mushy consistency. Apply the mixture evenly, preferably overnight. In the morning, rinse with water. You can add a small amount of tea tree oil to the mixture.
Mix equal amounts of powdered streptocide and powder, dilute with water until a paste is obtained. Cover problem areas of the skin with a thin layer, leave overnight and wash off in the morning. There is a mask option with the addition of a small amount of hydrogen peroxide. This option should be left on the skin for 10 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with cool water.
To prepare a mask with zinc oxide, you need to mix 1 tbsp. l. zinc white, 1 tbsp. l. baby powder, 4 powdered tablets of Acetylsalicylic acid. The paste should have a mushy consistency. Apply it to the skin and leave it on for 20 minutes, then rinse it off.
To fight acne, use the powder together with medications - Ampicillin and Dioxidin. For 1/3 tsp. powder, you need to take an ampoule of Dioxidin, 2 Ampicillin tablets, crushed into powder. Apply the product pointwise so as not to dry out the skin. If there are a lot of pimples, you can leave the mixture on for the whole night.

To prepare a combined mask against acne, you need to thoroughly mix 2 tbsp. l. white clay, 10 ml of camphor alcohol, 10 ml of an alcohol solution of boric acid, 5 tablets of chloramphenicol, crushed into fine powder and 1 tsp. talc. Add a solution of furatsilin or hydrogen peroxide to the mixture. Leave the paste for 15 minutes, then rinse off. Do not allow the mixture to get into your eyes.
To prepare a mask that tightens pores, you will need: egg white, 15 drops of lemon juice, 3 drops of menthol oil (if you don’t have it, you can take eucalyptus, bergamot, mint), powder (take enough of it to get a mass of thick consistency). Apply the mask in several layers, waiting for each of them to dry. The very last layer should be left on the skin for up to 10 minutes. Afterwards, rinse with cool water. Apply the mask once a week to prevent the skin from overworking and drying out. As a last resort, you can use the mask 2 times every 7 days.
To disinfect the skin and provide high-quality cleaning, make a mask with talc and Chlorhexidine or Miramistin. To obtain a creamy mass, mix talc and Chlorhexidine in equal quantities. To avoid lumps, stir the ingredients for a minute. The composition must be applied to the face using a sponge. The effect of using the mixture will be better if you treat your face with it at night and wash it off in the morning.

Reviews

Irina, 35 years old, Moscow. I have suffered from excessively oily skin for a long time. I tried different ways to solve the problem, but none helped. The cosmetologist recommended using talc. I decided to try it. I used it for a week, applied it to the skin in the morning, washed it off in the evening. I noticed that it does not clog skin pores and effectively removes shine. A week after the start of this treatment, the shine disappeared and the complexion returned to normal. When using homemade powder, there was no redness of the skin and no itching

Olga, 23 years old, St. Petersburg. I noticed that acne began to appear on my skin. I bought pharmaceutical drugs, but they only worsened the condition of my face. On the advice of a cosmetologist, I bought powder. I applied a mask with it and hydrogen peroxide to spots on pimples, kept the mixture on for 10 minutes, then washed it off. The result appeared already on the third day: the existing pimples decreased, and new ones did not appear. I use the powder regularly, acne no longer appears, my skin no longer shines.

Svetlana, 20 years old, Pskov. My complexion is unhealthy and sallow. With the help of children's talcum powder, my condition has improved, acne and shine have disappeared. I also use it as a base for makeup: it sets it in place and prevents redness and itching. At the same time, I noticed that acne, pimples and small rashes on the skin began to disappear. The product did not cause any allergies in me. I also use this children's medicine as a base for cosmetic masks that nourish and strengthen the skin.