The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution Versus Superdrug Me+ Niacinamide & Zinc Booster
Updated on June 18, 2024
Overview
What they are
These products are both cruelty-free and reef safe serums. They have a total of 1 ingredients in common
Suited For
They're both likely to be good for fighting acne, dry skin, brightening skin, oily skin and reducing pores
Free From
They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, common allergens, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates
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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution 9 ingredients
Superdrug Me+ Niacinamide & Zinc Booster 10 ingredients
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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution 9 ingredients
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Ingredients Explained
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Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Phenoxyethanol is a preservative that has germicide, antimicrobial, and aromatic properties. Studies show that phenoxyethanol can prevent microbial growth. By itself, it has a scent that is similar to that of a rose.
It's often used in formulations along with Caprylyl Glycol to preserve the shelf life of products.
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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution 9 ingredients
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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution 9 ingredients
I made this work eventually.
I was intrigued when I first saw this product as most salicylic acid treatments that I’ve seen are in water based formulas. I however have dry AND acne prone skin so finding acne fighting + moisturizing products can be a little challenging. This did technically work for me as I did notice an improvement with pore appearance and blackheads, but it was also too easy for Show more
Started using this product around 3-4 months ago. I have noticed a complete transformation in my acne. I had been using products with “fatty alcohols” (Cerave), and unfortunately broke out.. bad. I had a ton of deep painful spots, majority on my chin and forehead. This product completely cleared/healed those spots within one month of use. Since then I have noticed, if I do get a spot, it appears Show more