Salicylic Acid 50%
PH 1.6 / Strength: DEEP. This high strength SALICYLIC ACID peel is a lipid-soluble, keratolytic peeling agent that works efficiently for those with acne-prone, oily skin with overactive oil glands;
sun damage; sensitive skin; and rosacea. Also beneficial for stubborn skin problems such as; acne, inflammation, scars, sun damage, blemishes, blackheads, whiteheads, psoriasis, large pores; as well as improving skin tone, texture and clarity. Fast acting with results visible after one to two peel cycles. Not recommended for first time chemical peel users in general.
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| Ingredient name | what-it-does | irr., com. | ID-Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | antimicrobial/​antibacterial, solvent, viscosity controlling | icky | |
| Salicylic Acid | exfoliant, anti-acne, soothing, preservative | superstar |
Matte Salicylic Acid 50%Ingredients explained
Alcohol - icky
Also-called: Ethanol |
What-it-does:
antimicrobial/antibacterial, solvent, viscosity controlling, astringent
Simply alcohol refers to ethanol and it's a pretty controversial ingredient. It has many instant benefits: it's a great solvent, penetration enhancer, creates cosmetically elegant, light formulas, great astringent and antimicrobial. No wonder it's popular in toners and oily skin formulas.
The downside is that it can be very drying if it's in the first few ingredients on an ingredient list.
Some experts even think that regular exposure to alcohol damages skin barrier and causes inflammation though it's a debated opinion. If you wanna know more, we wrote a more detailed explanation about what's the deal with alcohol in skincare products at alcohol denat. (it's also alcohol, but with some additives to make sure no one drinks it).
Salicylic Acid - superstar
Also-called: BHA |
What-it-does:
exfoliant, anti-acne, soothing, preservative
- It's one of the gold standard ingredients for treating problem skin
- It can exfoliate skin both on the surface and in the pores
- It's a potent anti-inflammatory agent
- It's more effective for treating blackheads than acne
- For acne combine it with antibacterial agents like benzoyl peroxide or azelaic acid
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