What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCoco-Caprylate/Caprate
Emollient
Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate
Skin Conditioning
Glycerin
Humectant
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Morinda Citrifolia Callus Culture Lysate
Skin ConditioningZinc PCA
Humectant
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingPhosphatidylcholine
EmulsifyingDimyristyl Phosphate
CleansingMannitol
Humectant
Lecithin
Emollient
Stearamine
Cholesterol
Emollient
Xanthan Gum
EmulsifyingTocopherol
Antioxidant
Lauryl Glucoside
CleansingDecyl Glucoside
CleansingCetearyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Polysorbate 80
Emulsifying
Sodium Acrylates Copolymer
Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2
AbsorbentOlive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters
Emollient
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Citric Acid
Buffering
Sorbitan Oleate
Emulsifying
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Water, Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Potassium Azeloyl Diglycinate, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid, Morinda Citrifolia Callus Culture Lysate, Zinc PCA, Ceramide NP, Hydrogenated Phosphatidylcholine, Phosphatidylcholine, Dimyristyl Phosphate, Mannitol, Lecithin, Stearamine, Cholesterol, Xanthan Gum, Tocopherol, Lauryl Glucoside, Decyl Glucoside, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Acrylates Copolymer, Sodium Acrylates Crosspolymer-2, Olive Oil Polyglyceryl-6 Esters, Sodium Chloride, Citric Acid, Sorbitan Oleate, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol
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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, it’s 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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