Is rubbing alcohol bad for your face?

If you’re like most people, you probably have rubbing alcohol in your medicine cabinet. After all, it’s great for disinfecting wounds and cleaning surfaces. But have you ever wondered if it’s safe to use on your face? In this article, we will explore the question of whether or not rubbing alcohol is bad for your face.

What is Rubbing Alcohol?

Rubbing alcohol, also known as isopropyl alcohol, is a common household item used for various purposes. It is a solvent that dissolves oils and kills bacteria, viruses and germs when applied topically.

Why People Use Rubbing Alcohol on Their Faces

One of the reasons why people use rubbing alcohol on their faces is to reduce oiliness. Another reason might be acne treatment because it can dry up pimples by killing bacteria overgrowth on the skin’s surface (although effectiveness varies).

Some athletes also use rubbing alcohols before games because it provides short-term pain relief from minor injuries (but avoid using directly onto open wounds).

But does that mean that rubbing alcohol should be included in everyone’s regular skincare routine? Let’s find out!

The Pros and Cons of Using Rubbing Alcohol On Your Face

While there are some benefits to using rubbing alcohol on your face (as long as they’re not relying solely on them), there are also some downsides to consider:

Pros:

• It reduces oiliness
• It can help with spot treatment
• It consists mainly of water – fewer skin irritations than toilet cleaner or furniture polish sprays

Cons:

• Too much can lead to dryness
• May cause irritation or rash (especially if used too frequently)
• Not suitable as an everyday cleanser due/to its drying makeup

When You Should Avoid Using Rubbing Alcohol On Your Face

Even though rub-alcohol has some great benefits, there are times when you should steer clear. Here are some situations where it is better not to use rubbing alcohol on your face:

When You Have Dry Skin

Rubbing alcohol can dry out the skin, making it feel tight and uncomfortable. If you have naturally dry skin, the last thing you want is to make that issue worse.

Instead of using an alcohol-based product think about trying a hydrating cream or lotion instead.

When You’re Sunburned

Using rubbing alcohols in extreme heat exposure can cause further damage to sunburned skin due to already compromised protective barrier function by being previously exposed in hot conditions/sun exposure

Instead of using an alc based cleaner try natural products like aloe vera gel or oatmeal bath which may help soothe irritation caused by over-exposure from sun

After Medical Facial Treatments (i.e., peeled)

If recently experienced deep penetration facial treatments at Aesthetics Clinic avoid isotonic cleanse/sterilizers after treatment as direct application flushes out vital peptides essential for new cellular growth thus reducing potentialing wound healing time /increasing potential complications post-peel process.

So Is Rubbing Alcohol Bad for Your Face?

Tough question! The answer isn’t always straightforward — it all depends on individual needs & how often someone wants invasives into their own personal beauty regiment

However,for consistent daily users, we recommend avoiding rinsing with 99% rub alcohol because long term usage has been found harmful especially if used alone without other skincare routines i.e::- – First Aid Benzoyl Peroxide Creams (acne), Ceramides Moisturizing lotions, etc.).

Ultimately everyone’s main goal should involve ‘less-is-more’ mentality with skincare routine accompanied by trying different moisturizers until finding what works best transdermally.¹

In conclusion, while there may be some benefits to using rubbing alcohol on your face, it’s important to use them sparingly and mindfully under the guidance of a skincare specialist professional when specific medical conditions indicate. Without proper knowledge,
applying these chemicals willy-nilly can do more harm than good!