Salicylic Acid is a white powder well known in skin care for its ability to work inside the pore, which makes it especially useful for acne-prone and oily skin. Unlike many other exfoliating acids, it can travel into the pore itself to help clear out the buildup that often leads to blackheads and breakouts.

With regular use in a properly formulated product, Salicylic Acid can help calm redness linked to acne and leave skin looking clearer and smoother over time. It dissolves best in oil rather than water, so it needs to be added carefully during formulation. It has a shelf life of 24 months and should be kept dry and away from direct sunlight.

• Helps clear clogged pores, useful for acne-prone skin.
• Gently exfoliates inside the pore, reducing blackheads and breakouts.
• Helps calm redness linked to acne.
• Leaves skin feeling smoother and clearer over time.

• Use at 0.5% to 2% in the finished formulation.
• Dissolve fully in the oil phase, as it does not dissolve well in water.
• Best used in cleansers, toners, or spot treatments.
• Pair with a good moisturizer and sunscreen, as it can make skin more sun-sensitive.