Soothing Gels and Packs
A soothing gel is a water-based product with hydrating and anti-inflammatory properties commonly based on the product formula and the medium. Most soothing gels have active skin-nourishing ingredients such as aloe vera, snail serum, ginseng, honey, bamboo extracts, and water. These ingredients can help combat various skin irritations and help hasten skin healing processes.
Soothing gels must be directly applied to the infected area to help repair the skin and eliminate some types of bacteria or viruses that cause the infection. In addition, the different skin-nourishing ingredients can effectively work against folliculitis by cooling off the infected area and temporarily sealing it from outside stimuli. This lets the active ingredients combat the infection and draw out the pus and blood from the pus-filled bumps.
Pure aloe vera in the form of a soothing gel is also recommended because it has several compounds that have been proven effective against infection. An aloe vera gel that doesn’t have perfume additives is preferrable to prevent any flare-ups. Additionally, the soothing gel must be applied after rinsing the area with soap and water.
