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Name : Russian Oil
Presentation : liquid in bottle, for external application
Group Name : birch bark pitch
Composition – active agent: birch bark pitch
Description : Thick, oily, dark colored liquid with a specific odor
Actions :
Antiseptic, antiparasitic, drying, anti-inflammatory, vasoconstrictor, anesthetic, promotes the regeneration of the epidermis. Reduces erythema and soothes itching. In cases of skin cracking, it has a healing action.
Use case :
Russian Oil is used to relieve stationary phase psoriasis and seborrhea, itchy skin.
Cons-indications
Russian Oil is contraindicated in cases of acute inflammation of the skin, during periods of exacerbation of chronic skin diseases, mainly those accompanied by severe exudation (acute eczema, dermatitis, exudative psoriasis), pathologies affecting the sebaceous follicles of the scalp (folliculitis, urunculosis, acne, sycosis), diseases of the kidney, liver, pancreas, myocardium.
It is also not recommended for children under 12 years old.
The use of Russian oil is not recommended during pregnancy, breastfeeding and women planning a pregnancy.
Application
Cutaneous application. Before applying, remove crusts and dander with a cotton swab moistened with vegetable oil or Vaseline
- Apply the Russian Oil on the affected skin areas with a soft brush or a soft brush, , and make penetrate the product
- The duration of application is progressive: 15 minutes once a day, gradually increasing it according to skin tolerance. It can go up to 1 hour a day.
- In order to protect your clothes or if you must exercise an activity, , you can cover the treated area (s) with food film
- Remove the product in the same way with a cotton swab moistened with vegetable oil or petroleum jelly. In case of psoriasis and pruritus, it is advisable to take a shower with soap or mild shower gel 15 to 30 minutes after application, removing the product with a washcloth. After this cleansing, apply a moisturizing cream or lotion.
- The amount of product applied per day should not exceed 6 to 8 grams (The bottle contains 20gr)
- The average duration of care is 4 to 5 weeks.
Side effects :
Immediately after application, your skin may have tingling or itching. This sensation ceases after 10-15 minutes in most cases. If this persists for more than 15 minutes, the product must be removed, and for the following applications, do not exceed 15 minutes. This unpleasant sensation will disappear after 2 or 3 applications.
In rare cases, irritation is possible on the treated areas. In this case, it is advisable to temporarily stop the treatment.
Applying to surfaces exposed to the sun can cause sunburn.
Overdose :
If Russian Oil is applied excessively, ie over a large area (greater than 1 / 10th of the body surface, and for too long a period, especially in the presence of cutaneous erosion, may cause the following reactions: tiredness, chills, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, headache.
Interaction :
Russian oil should not be applied at the same time as other products that increase the photosensitivity of the skin, such as Sulfamides, Phenothiazines, …
Precautions for use :
Before starting the applications of Russian Oil, it is highly recommended to make a tolerance test, applying the product on a small area of the skin. In case of allergic reaction stop the application.
Do not use Russian Oil for long periods of time (4 to 6 weeks maximum) or on too large skin areas (maximum 1 / 10th of body surface area per application, for example 2 elbows and 2 knees). (10 cm x 20 cm each surface) constitute 1 / 20th of the surface of the skin.
Use with caution in adolescents, people with thin skin, people with skin sensitive to folliculitis.
Russian Oil may temporarily stain the skin (only in case of prolonged use): these spots disappear spontaneously at the end of the treatment.
She also stains sheets and clothes. These stains can be removed with ammonia
1 tablespoon of ammonia in the drum of the washing machine).
The blond hair adopts a darker shade when applied to the scalp.
Conditioning
Russian Oil is packaged in a dark glass bottle.
Each bottle is accompanied by instructions for use and precautions, in a box.
Retention
Store at a temperature below 25 ° C and protected from light.
Keep out of reach of children.
Shelf life
5 years.
Russian oil is on sale.
