the ordinary salicylic acid 2% solution review

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Nature

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.