Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (BHA), which is a potent anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory agent used in skincare to combat acne and provide exfoliation. Suitable for acne to oily prone skin.
The BHA exfoliate the top layer of skin, helping smooth and even complexion, keep pores unclogged, brightens skin and promotes even toned skin.
Benefits of Salicylic ACid
- Salicylic acid is lipophilic, meaning it can penetrate even oily skin types
- Anti-inflammatory
- Reduces sebum production
- Deep cleansing action by unclogging of pores and breaking apart of desmosomes to allow new cell growth
- Dissolves skin debris that clogs pores and causes acne
- Great exfoliator and works well to eliminate and prevent blackheads and whiteheads
- Helpful for dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
Note: Do not over use as this can cause adverse skin conditions.
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