The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is a lightweight serum that offers surface-level exfoliation, encouraging the natural shedding of skin. It penetrates pores to control acne blemishes, resulting in clearer, smoother-looking skin. Here are some details about the product:
Positive:
- Targets visible reduction of apparent pore size and uneven texture, with visibly improved skin tone and clarity over time.
- Suitable for the use in teenagers with mild to moderate acne.
- Vegan, cruelty-free, and sustainable packaging.
Negative:
- Some users have reported that the product is irritating and may trigger fungal acne.
Ingredients or materials:
- Salicylic Acid 2%: decongests and exfoliates.
- Aqua (Water): solvent.
- Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine: surfactant/cleansing, emulsifying.
- Saccharide Isomerate: moisturizer/humectant.
- Hydroxyethylcellulose: viscosity controlling.
- Polysorbate 20: emulsifying, surfactant/cleansing.
- Citric Acid: chelating, buffering.
- Sodium Citrate: buffering.
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride: emollient, humectant, hair conditioning.
- Squalane: carrier, non-comedogenic light emollient.
- Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides: emollient.
- 4-t-Butylcyclohexanol: soothing.
- Phenoxyethanol: preservative.
- Chlorphenesin: preservative.
Note that the ingredients listed in different sources may vary slightly.