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Salicylic Acid

Antioxidant

Salicylic Acid

Discover the salicylic acid benefits for oily skin types, an effective ingredient to exfoliate skin and increase overall texture and appearance.


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Antioxidants

What is Salicylic Acid?

Salicylic acid in skincare is a beneficial ingredient for those with oily or acne-prone skin, as well as other skin concerns. This beta hydroxy acid (BHA) helps exfoliate the skin and refine the appearance of pores while reducing the formation of acne when used at the proper concentration.



Antioxidants

What are BHAs?

Hydroxy acids are a common ingredient in skincare and work by chemically exfoliating the skin to gently dissolve the bonds between dead cells and the surface of skin. Beta hydroxy acids such as salicylic acid benefit oily skin by deeply penetrating pores and increasing cell turnover, making it an ideal ingredient for oily skin types.

Salicylic Acid Benefits

Helps to exfoliate
dead skin cells
Helps to keep
pores clear
Can be used in products and chemical peels to treat acne
Can help improve surface texture and enhance skin radiance

Products with Salicylic Acid

 
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Salicylic References

Peer-reviewed, substantiated scientific research is used to assess ingredients in this glossary. Regulations regarding usage constraints, permitted concentration levels and availability vary by country and region.

1. https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-ingredients/beta-hydroxy-acids




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