Salicylic acid, a beta hydroxy acid (BHA), is derived from willow bark. It is oil-soluble, allowing it to penetrate deep into the skin's pores. Salicylic acid works by dissolving skin debris that clogs pores, reducing inflammation, and promoting exfoliation. It is commonly used to treat acne, blackheads, whiteheads, and other skin conditions. It can also help with dandruff by speeding up the desquamation process and aiding in conditions such as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, which are caused by a slowing down of skin cells sloughing off.
Benefit title : Reduces acne Benefit Description : Salicylic acid helps reduce acne by dissolving skin debris that clogs pores, reducing inflammation, and promoting exfoliation. Benefit title : Treats skin conditions Benefit Description : Salicylic acid treats other skin conditions by softening and loosening dry, scaly, or thickened skin so that it falls off or can be removed easily. Benefit title : Helps with dandruff Benefit Description : Salicylic acid can help with dandruff by speeding up the desquamation process and aiding in conditions such as dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis, which are caused by a slowing down of skin cells sloughing off.
Suitable for oily and acne-prone skin.
Skin irritation Stinging in the area where you applied topical salicylic acid Confusion Dizziness Extreme tiredness or weakness Headache Fast breathing Ringing or buzzing in the ears Hearing loss Nausea Vomiting Diarrhea Hives Itching Throat tightness Difficulty breathing Feeling faint Swelling of the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
Do not apply to broken, red, swollen, irritated, or infected skin. Do not cover the treated area with a bandage or dressing unless directed by a doctor. Avoid using other skin care products that contain alcohol, abrasive soaps or cleansers, or other medications applied to the skin. Tell your doctor about all medications you are taking, including prescription, nonprescription, herbal, and nutritional supplements. Children and teenagers with chicken pox or the flu should not use topical salicylic acid unless directed by a doctor due to the risk of Reye's syndrome.
Willow bark
Safe when used as preservative at a concentration of 0.5 % in cosmetic products, considering its current restrictions in place.
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Salicylic acid is also used in chemical peels performed at the dermatologist's office, where the concentration may be as high as 20 to 30%. Salicylic acid is also used in higher concentrations as a peeling agent for the treatment of acne, acne scars, age spots, and melasma. The SCCS assessment has shown that: The use of salicylic acid as a restricted ingredient for purposes other than inhibiting the development of micro-organisms is safe at a concentration: up to 3.0 % for the cosmetic rinse-off hair products, up to 2.0 % for other products, except body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, non-spray deodorant, and up to 0.5% for body lotion, eye shadow, mascara, eyeliner, lipstick, oral products and non-spray deodorant. In the absence of exposure data of Salicylic acid in cosmetic products for children, safety concerns have been noted for the younger age groups (between 3-10 years). From a chemist's perspective, salicylic acid is not a true BHA. However, cosmetic companies often refer to it as a BHA and, consequently, many consumers think of it as one.
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