From the Wikipedia article on KOH, "Pre-shave products and some shave creams contain potassium hydroxide to force open the hair cuticle and to act as a hygroscopic agent to attract and force water into the hair shaft, causing further damage to the hair. In this weakened state, the hair is more easily cut by a razor blade."
Does this sound harsh and nasty to anyone else? Does anyone with advanced knowledge of this process know if it is potentially and/or permanently damaging to the skin or hair follicle? I know this substance is used in many creams (but not all) as an agent to help make the soap and to soften the hair. Am I doing permanent damage to my face by using it? My guess is no, but I thought it could make for some interesting conversation. Thanks!
Does this sound harsh and nasty to anyone else? Does anyone with advanced knowledge of this process know if it is potentially and/or permanently damaging to the skin or hair follicle? I know this substance is used in many creams (but not all) as an agent to help make the soap and to soften the hair. Am I doing permanent damage to my face by using it? My guess is no, but I thought it could make for some interesting conversation. Thanks!
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