Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash contains ‘Salicylic acid’ used to treat acne (pimples) by exfoliating the skin and keeping pores clear. It is an organic compound with an irritant, keratolytic (removes warts and calluses), comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes) and anti-inflammatory activity. Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash reduces inflammation and unplugs blocked pores (whiteheads) or open pores (blackheads). Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash increases the upper layer of skin cells' turnover rate, which eventually helps in peeling the skin and treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash also has a mild drying effect that allows excess oils and dirt to be washed away from the skin. Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash is also used to treat skin conditions that involve scaling or overgrowths of skin cells, such as psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some body areas), ichthyoses (inborn conditions that cause skin dryness and scaling) and prevention of dandruff in the scalp area. 

Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash belongs to the class of medication called ‘keratolytic agent' primarily used for peeling and shedding the outer layer of the skin in the condition of acne (pimple) and psoriasis. Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash possesses comedolytic (inhibits the formation of blemishes) and anti-inflammatory activity. Acne is a skin condition that occurs when the hair follicles become plugged with oil and dead skin cells. 

Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash contains ‘Salicylic acid’ that treats conditions of psoriasis and acne by reducing inflammation (swelling and redness) and unplugging blocked skin pores to allow pimples to shrink. Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash increases the turnover rate of upper skin cells, which eventually helps in peeling and shedding off the dead skin, thereby treating comedones (skin-coloured, small bumps due to acne). 

Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Common side effects of Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash include dry skin, erythema (skin redness), burning sensation, skin irritation and skin rash. Most of these side effects of Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. If these side effects persist longer, please consult your doctor. 

Avoid contact with eyes, eyelids, lips, mouth and nose. If the medicine comes in contact with any of these areas, rinse with water immediately. Do not use Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash on sunburned, windburned, dry or irritated skin. Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash can make the skin more sensitive to the sunlight; hence always use sunscreen and protective clothing before you step outdoors. Care should be taken while applying Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash on sensitive areas, such as the neck. Avoid Acnewin Plus 1% Face Wash contact with hair or fabrics since it has bleaching properties.