What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningButylene Glycol
Humectant
Glycerin
Humectant
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate
CleansingDisodium Cocoamphodiacetate
CleansingCarbomer
Emulsion StabilisingTriethanolamine
BufferingXanthan Gum
EmulsifyingSalicylic Acid
Masking
Hydroxyacetophenone
Antioxidant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate
Humectant
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Tocopherol
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Salicylic Acid 0.5%
Masking
Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice
Skin Conditioning
Water
Skin ConditioningAscorbic Acid
Antioxidant
Camellia Sinensis Extract
Antioxidant
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Disodium EDTA
Disodium Oleamido Mea-Sulfosuccinate
CleansingEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningGlycol Stearate
Emollient
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract
Bleaching
Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningHamamelis Virginiana Water
Astringent
Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Emollient
Parfum
Masking
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Sodium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Cleansing
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Salicylic Acid 0.5%, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Water, Ascorbic Acid, Camellia Sinensis Extract, Cocamide Mea, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Disodium EDTA, Disodium Oleamido Mea-Sulfosuccinate, Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycol Stearate, Glycolic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Hamamelis Virginiana Water, Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Parfum, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Laureth Sulfate, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Tocopheryl Acetate
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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. Remember to stay hydrated!
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