What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
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Ingredients Side-by-side
Zea Mays Starch
AbsorbentSodium Cocoyl Isethionate
CleansingSodium Lauroyl Glutamate
Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate
Diglycerin
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Bromelain
Skin ConditioningWater
Skin ConditioningMaltodextrin
Absorbent
Squalane
Emollient
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Sapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract
Skin ConditioningPolygala Tenuifolia Root Extract
Skin ConditioningYucca Schidigera Root Extract
Skin ConditioningSaponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract
Skin Conditioning1,2-Hexanediol
Skin Conditioning
Zea Mays Starch, Sodium Cocoyl Isethionate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Hydroxypropyl Starch Phosphate, Diglycerin, Allantoin, Bromelain, Water, Maltodextrin, Squalane, Salicylic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sapindus Trifoliatus Fruit Extract, Polygala Tenuifolia Root Extract, Yucca Schidigera Root Extract, Saponaria Officinalis Leaf/Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate
Cleansing
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Sodium Chloride
Masking
Triethanolamine
BufferingDisodium EDTA
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Citric Acid
Buffering
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Methylparaben
Preservative
Ethylparaben
Preservative
DMDM Hydantoin
Preservative
Arctium Lappa Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Propylparaben
Preservative
Glycerin
Humectant
Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract
Skin ConditioningCystoseira Amentacea/Caespitosa Branchycarpa Extract
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium C14-16 Olefin Sulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Chloride, Triethanolamine, Disodium EDTA, Phenoxyethanol, Butylene Glycol, Citric Acid, Propylene Glycol, Methylparaben, Ethylparaben, DMDM Hydantoin, Arctium Lappa Root Extract, Propylparaben, Glycerin, Epilobium Angustifolium Flower/Leaf/Stem Extract, Cystoseira Amentacea/Caespitosa Branchycarpa Extract
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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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