Therapeutic and hygiene products based on ichthyol demonstrate effectiveness in the fight for he althy skin. Modern drugs have been enriched with several additional qualities and are produced in new forms. In particular, ichthyol soap helps to get rid of many problems, but its use is far from being shown to everyone.
Who suits the remedy
Oily skin is not a problem, but a feature given by nature, with which many consider it necessary to fight. This type of skin has many advantages: it is less sensitive to damage, and age-related changes appear on it later than all. The challenge lies in caring for and maintaining a he althy fat balance. Intensively released subcutaneous fat, enlarged pores lead to the formation of inflammation, and with improper care and an unbalanced diet, stress, irritation, suppuration and rashes are inevitable. There is no need to fight with anything, you need to provide good care, and all problems will pass by themselves.
It is rare for anyone to have the same type of skin on the face, the most common combination: oily skin in the T-zone and normal skin on the cheeks, cheekbones; less common variant is oily anddry (most often this case refers to the dehydration of certain areas). The best care at all times for oily and combination skin is cleansing and moisturizing. Products formulated for cleansing include, among other ingredients, antiseptic additives. One of the most effective and long-established is ichthyol, on the basis of which “soapless” ichthyol soap was created.
What is ichthyol?
Ichthyol is an oily, syrupy liquid derived from shale rocks rich in ancient fish fossils and other marine life. The process of isolating ichthyol is complex and multi-step, nevertheless it is a natural ingredient that has qualities that help in the cure of external and internal diseases.
The color of the resulting liquid has a red-brown color, it dissolves in an aqueous medium, is poorly soluble in alcohol.
For the first time, medical preparations based on ichthyol were introduced by Dr. Paul Unna, this happened in the mid-1880s, they were prescribed to patients suffering from skin diseases, rheumatism, and gout. At the turn of the 19th-20th centuries, there was a practice of prescribing ichthyol preparations in the treatment of migraines and as a general tonic for oral administration in the form of dragees.
Modern medicine uses the qualities of ichthyol to treat a number of gynecological diseases, skin diseases, to treat external inflammations of various etymologies and to eliminate diseases of the digestive system.
Cleanliness is the key to beauty
The simplest recipe for ichthyol soap consists of a soap base and a fraction of ichthyol, you can cook it in your own kitchen, but you should not expect a big effect from the resulting product. To create a product that is not only safe, but also has useful properties, a larger amount of active substances in the formulation is required, as well as their balanced percentage in the final product.
An effective remedy was released by the Israeli company Holy Land. Ichthyol soap from the Double Action product line is designed to care for oily, seborrhea-prone skin and solves the following problems:
- cleanses the skin of excess sebum and dirt accumulated on the surface;
- provides disinfection of the skin, relieves itching;
- promotes the resorption of stagnant spots, subcutaneous comedones, brightens and evens out complexion;
- cures seborrheic dermatitis that damages the hair on the head.
Composition
Soapless soap (ichthyol soap) from the Holy Land company resembles a gel in consistency, has a brown color with a shimmering mother-of-pearl tint. Produced in bottles equipped with a pump with a dispenser. Standard sizes are 125 ml, 240 ml, 500 ml.
Soap active ingredients are:
- ichthyol, it provides pain relief, resorption of stagnant spots, has effective antiseptic properties, accelerates the maturation of subcutaneous pustules;
- Peruvian balsam, made from resinbalsam tree, unique composition helps to resist germs and parasites, deodorizes the skin;
- sea water, it relieves irritation, stimulates blood circulation, gently cleanses, increases skin turgor, saturates with essential minerals, oxygen.
How to use
Ichthyol soap in a small amount is squeezed onto a damp palm and rubbed until a small amount of foam is obtained. The composition must be applied to wet skin and cleanse it with massaging movements for 3-5 minutes. Wash off with plenty of water at room temperature. As a prophylaxis, depending on the type of skin, use it 1-2 times a day, in the morning and evening. For treatment, use it in the form of lotions. On separate areas of the skin, the soap is pointwise applied to the area with stagnant spots, covered with cling film on top for 5-10 minutes on the face. On the rest of the body, it takes 15-20 minutes to get the result from the mask.
For the treatment of seborrheic dermatitis, liquid ichthyol soap is used as a shampoo. It is used no more than 1-2 times a week. The composition almost does not foam, which confirms the absence of surfactants in the formulation that damage the lipid cover of the skin.
Reviews
Ichthyol soap from the manufacturer Holy Land is very popular with the beautiful half of humanity. Customers pay attention to the successful elimination of irritations, rashes, the elimination of stains and the persistent long-term effect ofthe use of the drug. Consumers point to the cost-effectiveness of the product, a bottle of minimal packaging is enough for several months.
Also, many people talk about almost instantaneous results after the first wash. Soap Double Action Soapless Soap has helped many people get rid of irritation, relieved redness, there is a decrease in pores and at the same time there is no tightness and dryness of the skin, which often accompanies such procedures. Almost all those who have tried the properties of the drug on themselves share pleasant impressions of a feeling of purity, which is rarely the case for owners of oily skin.
Practically everyone agrees that regular use of the drug helps to normalize the functioning of the sebaceous glands, provides excellent cleansing, evens out skin tone, even for owners of age spots after using Soapless soap from Holy Land for a week, the complexion has become more uniform, all these Ichthyol soap gives pleasant achievements.
Negative reviews are almost non-existent, but there are warnings. Buyers strongly recommend using the drug only for those who have oily skin, owners of normal and dry skin can get dehydrated and, as a result, peeling, wrinkles and other troubles.
Consumer choice
In addition to Holy Land, ichthyol soap is produced by another Israeli company - GIGI. A series of cosmetic products for problematic, oily and seborrheic skin called Olar Energy has been developed.
Soap containsactive ingredients:
- ichthyol, obtained from the healing mud of the Dead Sea;
- sea water with a full range of useful minerals;
- salicylic acid.
The manufacturer has developed a line of products to solve the problems associated with oily skin, and recommends their use to eliminate seborrhea, comedosis, acne, as well as to treat demodicosis and reduce cellulite.
GIGI soap reviews
GIGI ichthyol soap, according to consumer reviews, acts more harshly on the skin of the face and provides perfect cleansing of excess fat, reduces acne, clogged pores. Economical to use, has a characteristic ichthyol smell, which is not liked by everyone, but does not cause rejection.
Also, many consumers like the matte effect of the skin, which lasts for a long period after application, there is no dryness and a comfortable feeling after washing.
There are no negative reviews, there are warnings for owners of normal and dry skin. Ichthyol soap is great for many oily skin problems, but can be detrimental to other skin types, causing dryness and other damage.
Where to buy?
Buying cosmetics in dubious places can lead to the purchase of fakes, the result of using them is deplorable. Buy ichthyol soap at a pharmacy, where it is sold without a prescription and you can get acquainted with the composition of the product, get expert advice. You can also purchase from the manufacturer. This is the most win-win option. Or in specialized stores selling cosmetic products for face and body skin care.
