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Sodium salicylate is a chemical compound used in some topical treatments for scalp psoriasis. It works by softening and loosening the scales of the skin, allowing for easier removal. The salicylate ion, present in sodium salicylate, is a keratolytic agent, meaning it breaks down the keratin protein that makes up the outermost layer of the skin.