What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Salicylic Acid 2%
Masking
Water
Skin ConditioningAmmonium Laureth Sulfate
Cleansing
Cetyl Alcohol
Emollient
Cocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Glycol Distearate
Emollient
Cocamide Mea
EmulsifyingTriethanolamine
BufferingPhenoxyethanol
Preservative
Polyethylene
Abrasive
Steareth-20
CleansingGuar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride
Skin ConditioningDisodium EDTA
Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
Allantoin
Skin Conditioning
Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract
Antimicrobial
Royal Jelly Extract
Skin Conditioning
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
AstringentHouttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract
TonicAloe Barbadensis Leaf Extract
Emollient
Salicylic Acid 2%, Water, Ammonium Laureth Sulfate, Cetyl Alcohol, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Glycol Distearate, Cocamide Mea, Triethanolamine, Phenoxyethanol, Polyethylene, Steareth-20, Guar Hydroxypropyltrimonium Chloride, Disodium EDTA, Rosmarinus Officinalis Leaf Oil, Butylene Glycol, Allantoin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Royal Jelly Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Houttuynia Cordata Extract, Perilla Ocymoides Leaf Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf 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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