Acne mash is a drug based on medications that have a healing, antibacterial and drying effect. Affects the external manifestations of pimples and acne, making the skin even and smooth. The product is prepared at home or purchased at the pharmacy. Pharmacy preparation is carried out according to a prescription prescribed by a dermatologist.
What kind of medicine is chatterbox?
The drug is a mixture of many components, the binding base is ethyl alcohol, which has an antiseptic effect. The consistency of the drug is oily or emulsion. The drug received the name chatterbox because of the need to thoroughly shake the bottle with this liquid before use so that the oil components rise from the bottom.
How does it work?
Each component of the talker has its own spectrum of action:
- Acids – boric, acetylsalicylic, salicylic. They have an antiseptic effect, promote exfoliation of dead epidermis, and activate the regeneration process.
- Mineral elements – sulfur, zinc. They normalize the process of sebum production and have an antimicrobial and antiparasitic effect.
- Tinctures based on medicinal herbs and plants - sage, chamomile, mint. They dry and soothe irritated skin, have an antibacterial and anti-inflammatory effect.
- Antibacterial spectrum agents – erythromycin, tetracycline. Destroy pathogenic microflora.
- Essential oils - restore and normalize the functioning of the epidermis.
- Substances - conductors - promote deep penetration of the main components of the mash into the skin. The most effective and frequently used conductor is Dimexide.
The combination of all components of the product gives positive dynamics in getting rid of blemishes on the face, eliminates pathogenic bacteria, preventing the recurrence of the rash.
What skin problems does the acne mash solve?
The medicine is used in the treatment of acne, blackheads, inflammatory foci and pimples with purulent contents. Helps with extensive acne caused by infection or bacteria, or due to hormonal imbalance.
Chatterbox is prescribed in the treatment of subcutaneous inflammatory processes. Prescribed in the presence of a symptomatic picture, which may indicate the development of demodicosis.
Advantages and disadvantages
Despite the widespread use of talkers in the treatment of facial skin diseases, the product is not without its drawbacks.
The positive properties of talkers include:
- effective fight against and rapid elimination of the initial stages of acne, inflammation, blackheads and other blemishes on the facial skin of mild to moderate severity;
- getting rid of the dead, keratinized layer of the epidermis;
- protecting the skin from penetration of pathogenic microorganisms;
- providing preventive action to prevent the appearance of acne and pimples;
- deep cleansing of skin pores;
- regulating the process of sebum production, thereby eliminating excessive oiliness and shine.
The negative properties of talker include:
- there are restrictions on use;
- risks of side symptoms;
- excessive dry skin with frequent or prolonged use;
- the need for additional hydration;
- lack of a positive effect in the treatment of severe stages and advanced cases of rash on the face;
- the mash only affects the superficial layers of the skin;
- lack of treatment for the root cause of acne and inflammation.
The disadvantage of this product is that it only removes the external manifestation of pimples and inflammation. If the cause of these skin blemishes is not treated, the problem will return again. During the entire course of using skin treatment products, you must follow a diet, give up bad habits and carefully monitor the cleanliness of your skin.
Side effects:
- redness of the skin of the face;
- dryness;
- excessive peeling;
- unpleasant sensations of tight skin on the face;
- development of contact dermatitis;
- deterioration in the appearance of the skin - this side symptom is temporary, appears at the beginning of treatment, then goes away on its own.
An allergic reaction cannot be ruled out if the patient has an individual intolerance to certain components. With long-term use of antibiotics containing antibiotics, there is a risk of addiction, which will reduce the therapeutic effectiveness of the medicine.
In case of severe severity of the disease, the talker will not have the desired therapeutic effect. In this case, it is prescribed as an auxiliary drug for symptomatic treatment.
Homemade recipes
The components depend on the intensity of the symptomatic picture and the type of rash. Generally accepted, recommended recipes for the drug:
Acne with inflammation | Alcohol |
Acid (usually aspirin)
Sulfonamides
Blackheads AlcoholAcid (both boric and salicylic acid are suitable)
Face wash is a popular product that is used to combat acne, subcutaneous mites and age spots. It is important to understand how to use this composition correctly, since if used incorrectly, the effect will be minimal.
What is a chatterbox in medicine?
This is a medicine that can be purchased at a pharmacy in finished form or you can buy its components and make the “drug” yourself. It is important to understand what talker is, because it is actively prescribed to solve many problems. This suspension is very popular due to its natural composition. More often the mash is prepared using a water base. If necessary, the composition can be enriched with oil or alcohol.
What does chatter help with?
There are many options for such a suspension. The effect of using this medicine directly depends on what components are in the mash.
Traditionally, the suspension has the following positive properties:
- The composition moderately dries out the skin.
- This liquid for acne on the face helps and minimizes the risk of relapse.
- It has a local antiseptic effect on the affected area of the skin.
- Has a tonic effect.
- Stimulates the regeneration of damaged tissues.
- Provides vitamin and mineral nutrition to skin cells.
Chatterbox - composition
This drug has a beneficial effect on the condition of the skin. This effect is achieved due to the fact that a face wash for acne, purchased at a pharmacy or made with your own hands, may contain the following components:
- medical (ammonia or camphor) alcohol, which disinfects the skin;
- boric acid, which is an antiseptic;
- sulfur is a substance with an antimicrobial effect that helps cope with subcutaneous mites;
- salicylic acid – a disinfectant that promotes wound healing;
- tincture of medicinal herbs (chamomile, sage, calendula) - a component that has an anti-inflammatory effect;
- Dimexide is a conductor of active components.
Anti-acne face wash
There is no single universal recipe. Dermatologists offer several options for this remedy. The composition of the face wash is selected individually.
The following factors are taken into account:
- the cause of the rash;
- skin type.
More often, the face wash contains alcohol, metronidazole, boron solution or sulfur. This suspension provides the following effect:
- Suppresses the work of the sebaceous glands.
- Stops the inflammatory process.
- Cleanses the skin.
- Removes skin irritation and redness.
Before purchasing a ready-made product or making the drug yourself, it is important to make sure that there are no contraindications to its use. Such a suspension is prohibited in the following cases:
- fungal skin infection;
- allergic rashes;
- eczema and other skin diseases;
- individual intolerance to one of the components;
- pregnancy;
- lactation period.
Chatter for subcutaneous mites on the face
This drug effectively copes with harmful microorganisms. More often, a mash with Levomycetin is used for this. In addition, the composition may contain other components, for example, salicylic alcohol, boric acid or sulfur. Tick spray on the face can only be used after consultation with a doctor. The specialist will recommend the most effective composition and tell you how to apply the suspension correctly and how long to perform such procedures.
If such a face skin mash is used incorrectly, it will lead to the following consequences:
- the dryness of the cover will increase;
- redness will occur;
- the skin will begin to peel.
Pigment for age spots on the face
To eliminate this cosmetic defect, store-bought and homemade products can be used. The former often contain the following acids:
- lemon;
- salicylic;
- wine;
- dairy;
- glycolic.
Among pharmaceutical products with a whitening effect, the following are especially popular:
You can make salicylic talker yourself. It is applied pointwise and has the following effects on the skin:
- Softens the top layer of the epidermis, making the exfoliation process easier.
- Stimulates the formation of new cells.
- Destroys harmful bacteria that cause skin inflammation.
- Reduces the production of subcutaneous sebum, thereby providing a drying effect.
How to cook mash?
The composition of the drug directly depends on the problem that this suspension is supposed to cope with. The dermatologist will tell you in detail how to make a chatterbox and how to use it. Self-medication is unacceptable, since it is impossible to choose the right composition on your own. At the same time, time spent on unsuccessful treatment will only worsen the situation: the problem will become more serious.
Acne mixture – salicylic alcohol plus Levomycetin
- salicylic alcohol – 40 ml;
- Levomycetin – 10 tablets;
- boric acid solution – 25 ml.
- The tablets are crushed into powder.
- Combines it with alcohol and acid.
- Shake the bottle with the prepared composition vigorously and leave it for several days at room temperature.
- Use this solution to wipe the rashes.
Recipe for face mash with Trichopolum
- alcohol – 250 ml;
- Trichopolum – 4 tablets.
- Crushed tablets are mixed with alcohol.
- The solution is poured into a dark glass container and left for a couple of days, periodically shaking the contents of the container.
- Inflamed areas are wiped with a prepared product. After 5 minutes, cover the skin with moisturizer.
Recipe for chatter with Aspirin
- Aspirin – 5 tablets;
- boric alcohol – 70 ml;
- Zinc ointment – 20 g.
- Powdered Aspirin is mixed with ointment and alcohol. You should get a homogeneous suspension.
- Apply the solution to the cleaned inflamed area.
How to use face wash?
Acne alcohol blends and other formulations that help treat breakouts, skin mites, and age spots should be used correctly. Otherwise, the likelihood of the desired effect occurring is minimal.
How to use the pimples on the face:
- Before using the suspension for the first time, you need to do a test for an allergic reaction. To do this, a small amount of solution is applied to the area of the elbow joint. After 20 minutes, check the skin reaction. If there is no redness, the suspension can be safely used.
- Apply the composition to cleansed skin.
- Since in most cases the components of the mash increase the photosensitivity of the epidermis, it is advisable to perform treatment procedures in the evening.
- The mash dries out the skin a lot, so after using it, cover your face with moisturizer.
- Store the homemade suspension in a tightly sealed glass container at room temperature.
One of the effective remedies in the fight against acne, which can be prepared at home or purchased ready-made at the pharmacy, is a topical drug known as mash. Its components are selected by a dermatologist after examination and passing the necessary bacterial cultures by the patient. Acne treatment usually includes antibiotics, which act as the main active ingredient against pathogenic microorganisms that cause inflammatory processes in the dermis.
What is a chatterbox
As a rule, a face wash for acne contains several active substances that enhance the medicinal effect of each other. The product usually includes one of the following antibacterial components:
Additional substances in the acne mash may include:
- dimexide;
- salicylic alcohol;
- boron solution;
- camphor alcohol;
- tincture of calendula;
- aspirin; streptocide;
- sulfur;
- Metronidazole.
The components are selected based on the results of bacterial culture, which makes it possible to identify bacteria that provoke acne.
Therapeutic effect on acne
The main objectives of the remedy are:
- inhibition of bacterial growth;
- decreased activity of the sebaceous glands;
- cleansing the dermis of sebum;
- relieving irritation and redness;
- elimination of the inflammatory process.
Acne talkers from dermatologists in most cases help to quickly and effectively eliminate rashes that arise due to an increase in the population of pathogenic bacteria in the dermis.
Contraindications for use
Before you make an anti-acne cream yourself or buy it ready-made at a pharmacy, you should familiarize yourself with the list of contraindications, the main ones of which are:
- fungal infections of protective covers;
- psoriasis, eczema and other skin diseases;
- allergic rashes;
- individual intolerance to the constituent components.
Since the drug most often includes one of the most potent antibiotics, its use is prohibited for women during pregnancy and lactation. For people with dry skin, the use of the product is also contraindicated.
Possible negative reactions
In addition to its therapeutic effect, the drug can cause adverse reactions with long-term use. One of the undesirable phenomena that may occur is increased dryness of the skin. In addition, prolonged treatment threatens the development of bacterial resistance to the antibiotic, which makes the use of the product not only ineffective, but can also lead to an increase in the number of acne.
The product can cause allergic reactions that are associated with intolerance to one or another component. In this case, it is recommended to contact a dermatologist who will select a different prescription.
Before using the drug, it is mandatory to conduct a test to identify an allergic reaction.
The best recipes for pimples for acne
There are a large number of ways to make medicinal solutions. Acne mash at home is most often prepared based on the components described above. The following describes the most popular and effective recipes for preparing the product at home.
With chloramphenicol
A well-proven acne powder, the recipe for which is described below, includes the following active ingredients:
- chloramphenicol;
- streptocide;
- salicylic alcohol.
Chloramphenicol tablets contain a powerful antibiotic known as chloramphenicol. It has a broad antibacterial effect and helps disrupt metabolic processes in microbial cells, which prevents their further reproduction.
Streptocide is a sulfonamide drug that has antibacterial activity against pathogenic microorganisms that cause inflammation in the skin. At the same time, it is a fairly aggressive component that can cause excessive peeling of the protective covers. It is not used for sensitive and dry skin types.
Salicylic acid has anti-inflammatory, exfoliating and regenerating effects. Additionally, it helps remove excess sebum and normalize the functioning of the glands responsible for the production of this secretion. This medicinal component can replace pharmaceutical cream for acne spots, as it has a brightening effect.
For a bottle of salicylic acid (40 ml), take a couple of streptocide tablets crushed into powder and half a chloramphenicol standard prepared in a similar way. Thoroughly mixed ingredients can be used for their intended purpose immediately after preparation.
The drug is applied exclusively to inflamed areas, avoiding healthy areas of the skin. It is recommended to use the product in the evening after washing.
A recipe with chloramphenicol and salicylic acid has a powerful anti-acne effect, but it cannot be used for more than 10 days.
There is another way to prepare a product based on chloramphenicol. In addition to the antibiotic, aspirin and calendula tincture are also used. A medicinal solution with calendula additionally improves the protective functions of the epidermis, which helps prevent the occurrence of new rashes.
For a 40 ml bottle of alcohol solution you will need three tablets of acetylsalicylic acid and chloramphenicol. The solid components are first ground into powder and then shaken with the tincture.
The period of use is the same as for the drug described above.
The following acne mash is also highly effective; the recipe at home is prepared based on:
- chloramphenicol;
- streptocide;
- camphor alcohol.
For a 40 ml bottle of alcohol solution, take half a standard streptocide tablet and a couple of chloramphenicol tablets. The medicines, crushed to powder form, are mixed with camphor alcohol.
The method and duration of use for all the above-described products is similar. The drug is applied directly to acne after the evening cleansing procedure. The full course is 10 days, then treatment can be repeated after 1.5-2 weeks if necessary.
Home remedies with aspirin
Acne mash can also be prepared at home without adding antibiotics. Products containing acetylsalicylic acid are no less effective against acne. Aspirin helps:
- dry inflamed areas;
- eliminate excess sebum;
- reduce redness.
The medicine is combined with salicylic or boric acid. A 40 ml bottle of one of the solutions will require a couple of aspirin tablets. The product should be used morning and evening for two weeks.
People suffering from rosacea should not use this medicinal solution.
Chatterbox with doxycycline
If chloramphenicol is intolerant, the drug is replaced with another antibiotic. The most common drug used is doxycycline. To prepare the product you will need 5 antibiotic capsules and a Dimexide solution. The latter has anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects. Due to these properties, its use is indicated for inflamed and painful acne.
A bottle with a solution of 50 ml is mixed with previously opened antibiotic capsules and the active components are diluted with water for injection in an amount of 50 ml. Wipe your face with the resulting mixture in the morning and evening. The course of therapy ranges from 5 to 10 days, depending on the extent of the rash.
Recipes with erythromycin and zinc
To prepare a medicine for external use, you will need the following active substances:
- erythromycin powder 4g;
- bottle of salicylic acid 40 ml;
- a bottle of boric acid 40 ml;
- zinc oxide powder.[/su_list]
The drug with zinc and erythromycin helps to quickly suppress the growth of bacteria that cause acne, relieve inflammation and start the process of cell regeneration.
To treat acne, a medicinal lotion is also made based on:
- zinc oxide 5 g;
- Trichopolum 5 tablets;
- calendula tincture 40 ml.
The mixed components are distributed directly onto the inflamed areas in the morning and evening.
This drug is especially effective for demodicosis, which causes extensive acne. The main therapeutic component, metronidazole, has a detrimental effect on demodex, which explains its therapeutic effectiveness for this dermatological disease.
Sulfur based recipe
Anti-acne sulfur powder can eliminate the increased activity of the sebaceous glands, reduce the number of breakouts and start a faster process of regeneration of skin cells affected by the inflammatory process. The component is used in powder form, which is sold in pharmacy chains. For preparation you will need components in the following proportions:
- sulfur powder 5 g;
- salicylic acid 40 ml;
- streptocide powder 2 g;
- boric alcohol 40 ml.
After mixing, the resulting solution is applied exclusively to problem areas. Before each use, the medicinal lotion must be shaken.
Another way to prepare acne mash will require:
- aspirin 3 tablets;
- sulfur powder 3 g;
- boric alcohol 40 ml.
This therapeutic lotion helps remove sebaceous shine, deeply cleanse pores and remove redness from the face and other treated areas of the body affected by acne. It is often prescribed for acne caused by demodicosis.
Pharmacy ready solutions
The following effective ready-made chatterbox preparations are sold in pharmacies:
Vidal's milk - a dermatologist’s recipe that contains active ingredients such as camphor alcohol, boric and salicylic acid, glycerin, sulfur. It is often used for acne caused by demodicosis.
Tsindol - a pharmaceutical mash with zinc for acne, which has an antiseptic and drying effect. Also effective for allergic rashes. Can be used by pregnant women to treat acne.
Boltushka - is part of a series of medicinal products produced by Propeller. Its main ingredients are zinc and salicylic acid. The suspension is applied locally to problem areas.
Among pharmaceutical products, one can also highlight the drug Zinerit, which is a powder for making mash. The active ingredients of the suspension are erythromycin and zinc oxide.
Precautions and special instructions
Before using medicinal lotions prepared at home or purchased in pharmacies, be sure to test for an allergic reaction. A small amount of the substance is applied to the inside of the elbow, leaving for fifteen minutes. In the absence of redness and irritation, the medicinal solution is used as directed.
During the treatment period, you should ensure careful skin care using special washing and cleansing products.
Acne talker: reviews from those who have been treated
You can find out whether the chatterbox helps with acne by reading reviews of those who have been treated. Most claim that this drug has high therapeutic effectiveness and allows you to get rid of the inflammatory process on the skin quite quickly.
Taisiya:
The doxycycline shake helped clear up my acne in just a week. True, the rashes reappeared after a couple of weeks, but I started using the product again, and they almost disappeared again.
Irina:
I became allergic to the chloramphenicol mixture and my skin began to peel off severely. I decided not to experiment with homemade recipes anymore and bought Zinerit at the pharmacy. It didn’t completely remove acne, but it helped reduce their number and severity.
Lisa:
I have oily skin, so pimples pop up here and there all the time. The dermatologist advised me to try a mash with erythromycin and zinc. I used the suspension for a couple of weeks. The skin has lost its oily shine and is completely cleansed. Now I use this product when necessary.