What are the effects of sulfur ointment

Sulfur has been used in various industries since ancient times, and its efficacy is well known and recognized by people. Now technology has made sulfur into soap or ointment, which is very convenient for us to use. In life, many people are very sensitive to climate changes during seasons. At this time, skin diseases are easy to occur, or skin allergies are caused by irregular life and some other reasons. When skin problems occur, the affected area will feel particularly itchy, or redness and swelling will appear, and some rashes will appear. Sulfur ointment has a killing effect on bacteria and fungi. Now let’s talk about the effects of sulfur ointment?

1. Function 1:

Sulfur ointment has a killing effect on scabies, bacteria, and fungi, and can remove oil, soften the epidermis, and dissolve keratin. Its mechanism of action is that after sulfur comes into contact with skin and tissue secretions, it produces hydrogen sulfide and pentathionic acid. Used for scabies, acne, seborrheic dermatitis, rosacea, pityriasis simplex and chronic eczema, neurodermatitis, psoriasis, tinea capitis, tinea corporis, and tinea manuum and pedis.

2. Function 2:

The usage and dosage of sulfur ointment is for external use. Take an appropriate amount of this product, dissolve it in hot water, and wash the affected area. When taking a bath, you can rub this product directly on the affected area and then wash it off with clean water after a few minutes. This product can also be used for bathing and washing hair. When washing your hair, take 7-10 grams of this product, add appropriate amount of hot water to dissolve it, and then pour it on the hair. After rubbing for a few minutes, wash it off with water. However, it should not be rubbed directly on the hair, so as to avoid the drug not being able to fully act on the scalp and reducing the efficacy.

3. Function three:

When using sulfur ointment, you can not only use it for bathing, but also for washing your hair. The main method is to dissolve the product in water, then pour it on your hair, rub it for a few minutes, and finally wash it with clean water. It has the effect of removing grease and killing bacteria, can treat oily hair loss and make the scalp healthier. But do not apply this product directly to your hair to avoid damaging your scalp health.

Sulfur ointment side effects:

Long-term use of sulfur ointment not only delays treatment, but also causes scabies nodules in scabies patients, leading to other complications, and pubic lice to spread to other parts of the body or infect others. Moreover, sulfur ointment is irritating. Many patients will experience allergies after using it. It can also cause peeling and dry skin. Long-term use may also lead to dermatitis. Be careful not to use it with other external medications, as it may increase skin irritation and make the skin drier.