What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningMethylpropanediol
SolventBetaine
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Alcohol Denat.
Antimicrobial
Squalane
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingZea Mays Starch
AbsorbentXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSodium Hydroxide
BufferingC10-18 Triglycerides
Emollient
Glyceryl Laurate
Emollient
Zinc Gluconate
Skin Conditioning
Phytic Acid
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil
Masking
Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil
Masking
Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles
MaskingEucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil
Perfuming
Cydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract
Skin ConditioningEpilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCitric Acid
Buffering
Limonene
Perfuming
Linalool
Perfuming
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Methylpropanediol, Betaine, Glycerin, Alcohol Denat., Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Acacia Senegal Gum, Zea Mays Starch, Xanthan Gum, Sodium Hydroxide, C10-18 Triglycerides, Glyceryl Laurate, Zinc Gluconate, Phytic Acid, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Peel Oil, Canarium Luzonicum Gum Nonvolatiles, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Oil, Cydonia Oblonga Leaf Extract, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Citric Acid, Limonene, Linalool
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Parfum
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Linoleamidopropyl Pg-Dimonium Chloride Phosphate
Polysorbate 20
Emulsifying
Water
Skin ConditioningCI 16035
Cosmetic ColorantSodium C12-15 Pareth-15 Sulfonate
CleansingSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Triethanolamine
BufferingCI 19140
Cosmetic ColorantZinc PCA
Humectant
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Salicylic Acid (also known as beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a well-known ingredient for treating skin that struggles with acne and clogged pores. It exfoliates both the skin's surface and deep within the pores to help clear out buildup, control oil, and reduce inflammation.
Unlike AHAs (alpha hydroxy acids), salicylic acid is oil-soluble. This allows it to penetrate into pores which makes it especially effective for treating blackheads and preventing future breakouts.
Salicylic acid is also known for its soothing properties. It has a similar structure to aspirin and can calm inflamed or irritated skin, making it a good option for acne-prone skin that is also sensitive.
Concentrations of 0.5-2% are recognized by the U.S. FDA as an over-the-counter topical acne product.
It can cause irritation and/or dryness if one's skin already has a compromised moisture barrier, so it's best to focus on repairing that before introducing this ingredient into your routine.
While salicylic acid does not increase sun sensitivity, itβs still important to wear sunscreen daily to protect your skin.
If you are looking for the ingredient called BHA or Butylated Hydroxyanisole, click here.
Learn more about Salicylic AcidWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Stay hydrated!
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