Salicylic acid is an oil-soluble beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that deep dives into pores to dissolve the sebum (aka oil), and dead skin cells, which helps to tackle spots, blackheads, lumps and bumps.
It’ll effectively exfoliate the skin’s surface for instantly smoother results and help to lift away excess oiliness for a matte finish.
It is also an anti-inflammatory, which eases redness in the skin.
Rockstar Ingredients
- Salicylic acid: A beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that dissolves oil and debris in the pore and exfoliates the skin.
Who It’s For
- Those with very oily skin - Salicylic acid helps to mop up excess oil and reduce redness.
- Those with blackheads (open comedones) and whiteheads (closed comedones) – Sally gets to the root of spots and blackheads by clearing pores.
- Those with under-the-skin spots – Sally can penetrate deep into the pore, reducing inflammation.
- Hoomans - Over the age of 12.
- Those with keratosis pilaris (chicken skin) and bacne – Use anywhere on your body.
- Not for those with super sensitive skin – It is always recommended patch testing first.
- Not for pregnant mamas-to-be – Using high amounts of salicylic acid is not recommended during pregnancy.
- Not for those on high-levels of medicated drugs prescribed by a dermatologist – Speak to your dermatologist if you wish to use salicylic acid alongside your regime.