Can Ten-Drop Water be used to wash the face to treat acne?
Disease description:
I’ve recently eaten too much spicy food, and as a result, numerous pimples have broken out on my face—none of them look good. I’m eager to treat these acne lesions. At home, I only have “Shi Di Shui” (a traditional Chinese medicine preparation). I wonder: Can washing my face with Shi Di Shui help treat acne?
Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Liu Yong
Hello, there is no clinical evidence indicating that washing your face with “Shi Di Shui” (a traditional Chinese herbal preparation) can treat acne. Although some folk remedies suggest that “Shi Di Shui” may help manage acne, these claims lack scientific support. “Shi Di Shui” contains irritants such as camphor and chili extract; therefore, individuals with sensitive skin should exercise particular caution when using it topically, as it may exacerbate skin sensitivity. Acne results from multiple interacting factors, and an effective treatment strategy should target as many of these pathogenic mechanisms as possible. We hope the above information is helpful to you. Wishing you a pleasant and healthy life!
