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What Are The Repercussions Of Overusing Stridex Pads On Face?

Posted on Mon, 25 Apr 2016

Question: Hello. If a person has a habit if squeezing even small pimples and has the idea of using very often Stridex pads or isopropyl alcohol 71% to "clean", besides the psychological aspect, is there a danger of overusing these products on the face over the years, for example several times a day?? Thanks.

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
Considerations

Detailed Answer:
hello and thank you for sending the question.

The main concern with using the alcohol or Stri-Dex pads excessively would be that this can lead to significant dryness of the skin which can cause peeling and flaking as well as redness of the skin. perhaps using a hydrating cleanser might help to mitigate these type of symptoms if they develop.

I understand your concern regarding the relative compulsive tendencies that you have described. Over a long term however I do not see any major danger that would occur with this type of habit.

thank you again for sending your question.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

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Follow up: Dr. Robert Galamaga (51 minutes later)

Thank you very much. Is there a possibility that the strideX and alcohol will cause an excessive production of oil in the skin which will lead to more problems and then a vicious circle?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Followup

Detailed Answer:
Thanks for the followup.

This really depends on an individual persons skin but it is theoretically possible that inducing excessive dryness could lead to increased oil production.

I would suggest using the stridex only once or twice per day.

Sincerely,

Dr Galamaga

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