The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is an exfoliating serum for blemish-prone skin.
Why We Love It
This BHA exfoliating serum is The Ordinary's most beloved product. With a new and improved formula, it smooths, decongests and prevents breakouts and blackheads.
ROUTINE
Apply 1-3 times per week, ideally in the PM to clean, dry skin. Can be diluted with other treatments to reduce strength until skin develops tolerance.
HOW TO APPLY
Apply a small dot to the target area or apply a small amount over the face for general use. Do not use on sensitive, peeling or compromised skin. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Patch testing prior to use is advised
FOLLOW WITH
Continue with additional skin treatments as needed.
CONTRAINDICATIONS
This product contains a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.
It is recommended to avoid application of retinoids, peptides and other acids within the same routine as this product.
SKIN BENEFITS
+ Offers mild exfoliation of skin
+ Helps visibly refine pores
+ Visibly clarifies skin and helps prevent clogged pores and breakouts
+ Improves the appearance of skin texture
THE FORMULA FOCUS INGREDIENTS
Salicylic Acid
Salicylic acid (also called beta hydroxy acid or BHA) is a desmolytic ingredient, meaning it's able to exfoliate by dissolving the bonds that hold dead cells to the skin's surface. It's an oil soluble ingredient, and therefore has the ability to penetrate into the pore lining and exfoliate inside the pore.
FULL INGREDIENTS
Aqua (Water), Saccharide Isomerate, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Salicylic Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Polysorbate 20, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.