Sulfur is used to treat many kinds of skin disorders. Sulfur cream, lotion, ointment, and bar soap are used to treat acne. Sulfur ointment is used to treat seborrheic dermatitis and scabies. Sulfur may also be used for other conditions as determined by your doctor. There are 4 advantages of sulfur soap:
Dries out blemishes
Promotes exfoliation
Fights bacteria
Treats sensitive skin conditions
Dries out blemishes introduce.
According to Shah, sulfur reduces sebum (oil) on the skin. When applied to the blemish, sulfur works to dry out the skin so it can then be sloughed away.
Promotes exfoliation introduce.
Sulfur works to exfoliate dead skin and remove impurities. Shah says that sulfur has a keratolytic effect (meaning it works to soften and thin the epidermis), which helps remove dead skin cells and prevent clogged pores.
Fights bacteria introduce.
Sulfur has antibacterial properties, and, according to Cheung, sulfur is a dermatologist-favorite because it kills bacteria, fungi, and various parasites.
Treats sensitive skin conditions introduce.
Cheung says because sulfur is anti-inflammatory and helps to soften and exfoliate thick, dead skin, it’s often used to treat acne, psoriasis, and seborrheic dermatitis or dandruff. Shah adds that it’s also known to treat eczema and rosacea.