What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningLactic Acid
Buffering
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Potassium Hydroxide
BufferingAmmonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer
Glycerin
Humectant
1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Propanediol
Solvent
Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate
Skin Conditioning
Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningSalicylic Acid
Masking
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Dextrin
AbsorbentEthylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningAniba Rosodora Wood Oil
Astringent
Gluconolactone
Skin Conditioning
Cynanchum Atratum Extract
Skin ConditioningCentella Asiatica Leaf Water
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Punica Granatum Fruit Extract
Antioxidant
Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant
Centella Asiatica Extract
Cleansing
Madecassoside
Antioxidant
Asiaticoside
Antioxidant
Pentylene Glycol
Skin ConditioningHydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate
Madecassic Acid
Skin Conditioning
Asiatic Acid
Skin ConditioningSodium Acetylated Hyaluronate
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate
Skin Conditioning
Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Potassium Hyaluronate
Skin ConditioningLinalool
Perfuming
Water, Lactic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Potassium Hydroxide, Ammonium Acryloyldimethyltaurate/Vp Copolymer, Glycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Propanediol, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Salicylic Acid, Allantoin, Dextrin, Ethylhexylglycerin, Aniba Rosodora Wood Oil, Gluconolactone, Cynanchum Atratum Extract, Centella Asiatica Leaf Water, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Punica Granatum Fruit Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Centella Asiatica Extract, Madecassoside, Asiaticoside, Pentylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyltrimonium Hyaluronate, Madecassic Acid, Asiatic Acid, Sodium Acetylated Hyaluronate, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate Crosspolymer, Hydrolyzed Sodium Hyaluronate, Hyaluronic Acid, Potassium Hyaluronate, Linalool
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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, 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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