What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningC12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester
Emulsifying
Niacinamide
Smoothing
Cyclopentasiloxane
Emollient
Diethylhexyl Carbonate
EmollientGlycerin
Humectant
Vegetable Oil
Skin Conditioning
PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether
Skin ConditioningCocoglycerides
Emollient
Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer
Emulsion StabilisingSqualane
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Dimethiconol
Emollient
Polysorbate 60
Emulsifying
Tocopheryl Acetate
Antioxidant
Arctium Majus Root Extract
Skin Conditioning
Zinc PCA
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Salicylic Acid
Masking
Ethylhexylglycerin
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Biotin
AntiseborrhoeicWater, C12-20 Acid PEG-8 Ester, Niacinamide, Cyclopentasiloxane, Diethylhexyl Carbonate, Glycerin, Vegetable Oil, PPG-20 Methyl Glucose Ether, Cocoglycerides, Methyl Methacrylate Crosspolymer, Propylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Squalane, Phenoxyethanol, Dimethiconol, Polysorbate 60, Tocopheryl Acetate, Arctium Majus Root Extract, Zinc PCA, Parfum, Salicylic Acid, Ethylhexylglycerin, Disodium EDTA, Biotin
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.
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