
SALICYLIC ACID
What is it
A popular ingredient in skincare known primarily for it's exfoliating and acne-fighting properties.
Benefits
✓ helps exfoliate skin
✓ dissolve oil and debris that can clog pores
✓ help reduce redness and swelling
✓ regulate sebum production
best used
can be used both morning and evening. applying it in the morning can help to clear away overnight buildup and keep pores unclogged throughout the day. applying in the evening can help overall skin exfoliaton overnight.
side effects
dryness and irrititation, especially if used in high concentrations or in combination with other potent active ingredients. may increase skin sensitivity to the sun
skin type
can benefit oily skin, acne-prone skin, combination skin, congested skin, and sensitive skin
use it with
hyaluronic acid, niacinamide, glycolic acid, lactic acid