Hydrogen Peroxide
Hydrogen peroxide is one of the more ubiquitous chemicals in your medicine cabinet. It’s known for its versatility and antiseptic properties. The compound, composed of two molecules of hydrogen and two molecules of oxygen, is used as an oxidizer or bleaching agent and has several medical applications. In its purest form, hydrogen peroxide has a bluish tinge, but the product is typically colorless and odorless. However, ingested can cause gastrointestinal tract irritation, vomiting, hematemesis, and foaming at the mouth, resulting in pulmonary aspiration.
Hydrogen peroxide is also one of the best substances to treat folliculitis. Dilute hydrogen peroxide with water, or use it directly from the bottle. Ensure the area is cleaned with soap and water before applying the substance. Use a cotton swab or spray bottle if covering a large area. Let the area dry before reapplying as necessary and as advised by a physician. Expect foaming to occur once the solution is applied. The foam will remove the dead skin and clean the area, drawing the pus and infected blood from the follicle and hastening the process.
