Ammonia alcohol is a liquid that is an aqueous solution of ammonium hydroxide, and is used for medicinal purposes. Let's consider what the effect of ammonia on the human body, and what indications for the use of this drug in medicine and cosmetology.
The action of ammonia
Ammonium alcohol has a sharp specific odor, which determines its physiological effect. When the solution of ammonium hydroxide (inhalation) is inhaled, irritation of the special receptors located in the nasal mucosa occurs. As a result, the respiratory and vasomotor centers of the brain are activated, there is an increase in respiration and an increase in blood pressure. In this case, prolonged inhalation can provoke reflex stopping of breathing.
The external action of ammonia is determined by antimicrobial, antifungal, antipruritic, purifying and locally irritating properties. It is able to heal small cracks on the skin, neutralize the acid introduced by insect bites. Concentrated ammonia alcohol can cause skin and mucous burns.
The internal intake of dilute ammonia is able to stimulate a vomitive reflex due to irritation of the gastric mucosa. Also, the use of a low-concentration solution of ammonium hydroxide promotes the activation of the ciliated epithelium of the respiratory tract, which helps to sputum.
The use of ammonia in medicine
Ammonia alcohol is often used in fainting to bring a person to the senses. Other indications for its use in official and traditional medicine are:
- poisoning (alcoholic, food, toxic, etc.);
- bites of insects (mosquitoes, bees, flies, etc.);
- neuralgia;
- myositis;
- headache and toothache;
- otitis;
- a hangover ;
- fungal lesions;
- joint pains, etc.
Ammonia alcohol from nail fungus
With a nail fungus on the legs, it is recommended to treat as follows:
- Spread a tablespoon of ammonia in a glass of water.
- Saturate the resulting solution with a piece of gauze.
- Wrap the wounded fingernail with gauze, top with polyethylene and wear a sock.
- Carry out the procedure at night three times a week until the healthy nail grows.
The use of ammonia in cosmetology
Use of ammonia for hands and feet
Ammonia alcohol in combination with glycerin - an excellent tool for the skin of hands and feet, as well as dry, chapped skin on the elbows. A simple lotion recipe based on these ingredients allows you to very quickly return the skin softness, rid of cracks and rough skin. So, the lotion is prepared as follows:
- Mix one teaspoon of ammonia (10%), 40 g of medical glycerin and 50 ml of water.
- Add 2-3 drops of perfume or any essential oil.
- Lubricate the skin of hands and feet, as well as elbows, in the morning and in the evening.
Applying liquid ammonia to the face
Ammoniacal alcohol is an excellent remedy for oily skin of the face , prone to the appearance of black spots and acne. It can be used for washing by dilution in water (half a teaspoon of ammonia is required per glass of water). You can also wipe the problem areas on your face with a solution of ammonia in a concentration of 1-2% with a cotton swab.
Use of ammonia for hair
If the hair is quickly greased, it is recommended to rinse it after using shampoo with a solution of ammonia. To do this, dissolve a teaspoon of the drug in a glass of warm water.