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Apply a small amount of the product onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm.
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Keep the area dry.
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If the product has a specified duration of use, rinse off after this time has elapsed. Otherwise rinse off after 24 hours.
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If any redness, burning, itching, blistering or irritation is observed at any time throughout the test, do not use the product.
A targeted serum for blemish-prone skin.
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Targets Signs of Congestion, Textural Irregularities
Suited to Oily Skin
Format Serum: Water-Based
Key ingredients
Salcylic Acid, Saccharide Isomerate
Overview
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Product Details
Highlights
- ph
- 3.20 - 4.00
- water-free
- No
- alcohol-free
- Yes
- oil-free
- Yes
- silicone-free
- Yes
- vegan
- Yes
- gluten-free
- Yes
- cruelty-free
- Yes
Awards & Features
About
Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is a water-based serum made with an optimum concentration of salicylic acid which targets textural irregularities while removing dead skin cells that can clog pores. And because it promotes exfoliation, this solution helps visibly reduce congestion, giving way to brighter, clearer skin. Suitable for use by teenagers with blemish-prone skin.
How to Use
How to Use
- Apply once daily in the evening.
- 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: Apply the product as directed to a small area once a day for three days to test if you are sensitive to this product.
- If you develop irritation, hives, swelling of eyes and mouth, blistering, or difficulty breathing, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician right away.
- Keep out of reach of children.
- Sunburn Alert: 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.
Product & Safety Guidance
Product & Safety Guidance
Recycling Instructions
Recycling Instructions
Before Recycling:
Empty the contents of the container. Remove cap, lid, dropper, pump, and other components and rinse the bottle/jar with water.
Packaging items with adhesive-based labels:
Contact your local recycling facility to ensure
recyclability via curbside recycling program.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Serum/Oil, Shampoo, Conditioner, Shower Gel, Lotion, Hand Soap Bottles:
#1 PETE & #2 HDPE and glass bottles are recyclable
through the majority of local curbside recycling programs.
# 5 PP bottles are usually recyclable through local
curbside recycling programs. Please contact your local recycling facility to
ensure recyclability.
Otherwise, dispose via our in-store recycling program.
Dropper Lids:
Dispose of via our in-store recycling program.
Disclaimer:
We work to provide our customers with accurate guidelines on packaging recyclability; however, please ensure your city or municipal program is consulted before recycling an item.
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Salicylic Acid 2% Solution FAQs
The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution exfoliates, helping to clear the look of congestion and reduce visible blemishes. This formulation is ideal if you have oily or blemish-prone skin.
Use The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution once daily in the PM in the Treat stage of your skincare routine—following cleansing (Prep) and before moisturizers (Seal).
Learn more about each stage by reading
our
How to Build a Skincare
Regimen guide.
We do not recommend using The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution with other acids, retinoids, or peptides. Using this formulation with other strong actives may also lead to skin irritation and dryness.
Check the Usage Details for more information.
The exfoliating effects of The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution may not suit sensitive skin types. We recommend doing a patch test before full application.
Yes, using The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution may increase sun sensitivity. We advise wearing sunscreen during the day when using this formulation.
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