What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycerin
Humectant
Decyl Glucoside
CleansingSodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Kaolin
Abrasive
Bentonite
Absorbent
Acrylates Copolymer
Propanediol
Solvent
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Charcoal Powder
Abrasive
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Lactic Acid
Buffering
Citric Acid
Buffering
Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil
Antioxidant
Saccharide Isomerate
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Sodium Hydroxide
BufferingMenthol
Masking
Disodium EDTA
Ricinus Communis Seed Oil
Masking
Sodium Dehydroacetate
Preservative
Sodium Citrate
BufferingLaureth-21
CleansingCI 77266
Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycerin, Decyl Glucoside, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Kaolin, Bentonite, Acrylates Copolymer, Propanediol, Sodium Chloride, Charcoal Powder, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia Leaf Oil, Saccharide Isomerate, Parfum, Sodium Hydroxide, Menthol, Disodium EDTA, Ricinus Communis Seed Oil, Sodium Dehydroacetate, Sodium Citrate, Laureth-21, CI 77266
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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