Keratolytic Action and Psoriasis
Salicylic acid plays an important role in the topical management of psoriasis, primarily due to its keratolytic properties. It is a common, over-the-counter (OTC) treatment used to help control the characteristic scaling and thickness of psoriatic plaques. Psoriasis is a chronic autoimmune disease characterized by the rapid buildup of skin cells, leading to thick, scaly, and sometimes itchy patches known as plaques. The excessive growth…








