What is Salicylic Acid?
Anti seborrheic
This ingredient is listed in CosIng, the EU's cosmetic ingredient database. CosIng lists what it's used for as: Anti seborrheic, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Fragrance, Preservative, Skin conditioning.
CosIng function classes are the EU's standard list of the jobs an ingredient does inside a product, such as moisturizing, emulsifying, or preserving.
Anything to watch out for?
Some products' ingredient lists mark this ingredient as below. If a mark's reason fits your skin, it is the ingredient to weigh in those products.
- Pregnancy skincare guidance lists this ingredient as one to be careful with.
- Marked this way on 52 products.
Each mark comes from matching the product's full ingredient list against lists for fragrance, labeled fragrance allergens, drying alcohols, essential oils, fungal acne, pore clogging, and pregnancy caution.
Which products feature it?
133 of the 2320 products we've checked feature this as a key ingredient. Products that disclose a concentration or list it near the top of the ingredient list come first.
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Primera
BHA Bubble Peeling Cleanser
Key: Salicylic Acid (#4 on the ingredient list · 2%), Houttuynia Cordata Extract
12 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- clearer-looking skin
- Only partly backed:
- calmer skin · less visible pores · a smoother skin texture
- Don't count on:
- less shine
- Free of:
- 10 listed ingredients
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Functional cosmetic for acne-prone skin relief
backed by evidenceSalicylic Acid 2%, pH 5.0, Soap Free
plausible, not testedWith a weakly acidic formula similar to healthy skin pH, it controls alkalized skin condition.
plausible, not testedRich bubbles that come out immediately when pressed minimize skin friction, helping with soft and easy cleansing.
plausible, not testedBHA Bubble is a soap-free weakly acidic cleansing foam that helps with daily peeling and trouble soothing
partly backedContains high-content Salicylic Acid for trouble soothing and exfoliation! With weakly acidic 5.0pH and soap-free formula, moisturizing cleansing!
partly backed1step cloud bubble cleansing amino acid-based surfactant
partly backedWith high content of Salicylic Acid 2%, it melts unnecessary dead skin cells to prevent clogged pores, and has a soothing effect on acne-prone skin.
partly backed10 FREE ingredients not included: Soap, Animal-originated ingredients, Mineral oil, Surfactants containing PEG, Surfactants Containing Sulfate, Polyacrylamides, Imidazolidinyl urea, Triethanolamine, Silicone oil, Synthetic colorants
partly backedAHA&BHA, Eoseongcho
overstatedDaily Peeling, Acne Rescue
overstatedAlso called Houttuynia cordata, it has an effect of controlling excessively secreted skin sebum.
no supporting source found
Key: Salicylic Acid (#5 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Mentha Aquatica Extract
8 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- clearer-looking skin
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Functional for acne-prone skin relief
backed by evidenceHelps to relieve acne-prone skin
backed by evidenceOnly 8 minimal ingredients and
backed by evidencePore sebum care / dead skin care
plausible, not testedDeep cleansing without skin burden
overstatedExcludes 11 unnecessary ingredients
overstatedBurden on skin DOWN
nothing specific to checkDeep cleansing power UP
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It's made for less visible pores and a smoother skin texture.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#8 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Hibiscus Sabdariffa Flower Extract
7 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- less visible pores · a smoother skin texture · calmer skin (amount unknown)
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Flower acid made from flowers meets BHA
partly backedSmooth away blackheads and skin dead skin cells with flower acid!
partly backedA yellow flower for soothing! Arnica Montana Flower Extract applied
partly backed+Flower Acid Essence+Soothing Essence+Moisture Essence
partly backedpH 4-point-range balance care that doesn't lean to one side!
no supporting source foundSo that all ingredients land right in customers' hearts!
nothing specific to checkDr.TROUB uses a special method for a healthy skin.
nothing specific to check
sidmool
BHA Blackhead Clear Toner
It's made for less visible pores and clearer-looking skin.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#11 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Mineral Water, Chamaecyparis Obtusa Water
27 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- less visible pores (amount unknown) · a smoother skin texture · clearer-looking skin · calmer skin (amount unknown)
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Plant-derived ingredients cypress water and green tea extract applied.
backed by evidenceComposed of 11 full ingredients to provide good assistance to customers with sensitive and problem skin.
backed by evidenceSalicylic acid (BHA) 0.5% applied!
backed by evidenceFeel for scent: No synthetic fragrances used, so it is almost unscented, but a slight raw material scent may be noticed.
backed by evidenceFeel for color: No synthetic colors used, so it is colorless and transparent.
backed by evidencepH about 3.8 acidic product.
plausible, not testedBHA 3-point acidity, effective acidic product, pH 3.4~3.8 applied.
plausible, not testedFeel for viscosity: Thin water formulation, refreshing.
plausible, not testedFeel for moisturization: Clean and refreshing feel.
plausible, not testedFeel for spreadability: A slightly cool and refreshing sensation / a moist and clean feel on use.
plausible, not testedA product that contains plant-derived ingredients to help with rough dead skin cells and congested pores, providing good assistance in managing glossy and smooth skin texture.
partly backedMineral water applied with skin nutrition in mind.
partly backedWeak acidity for the action of salicylic acid.
partly backedAnimal-free.
partly backedClinical completion for acne-prone skin, can be used on sensitive skin.
partly backedBHA Mineral Water • BLACKHEAD • WHITEHEAD • PORE
partly backedSuitable for use on problem skin.
partly backedAcne-prone skin suitability test completed!
partly backedSkin soothing purslane extract applied.
partly backedPore tightening green tea extract applied.
partly backedCertified non-comedogenic!
overstatedSeedmul cosmetics with no worries about bacteria, fungi, and microorganisms.
overstatedSkin irritation test completed.
no supporting source found*This has completed clinical testing with the original ingredients without any change of ingredients.
no supporting source foundSkin that needs stronger intensive care.
no supporting source foundDeep cleanliness felt through ingredients
nothing specific to checkThe appropriate solution for smooth skin confidence!
nothing specific to check
It's made for better hydration and less visible pores.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#12 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Sodium Polyglutamate
6 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- better hydration · less visible pores · a smoother skin texture
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To relieve concerns about dry, flaky skin..
plausible, not testedMoist feel & smooth skin texture
plausible, not testedMoist hydration and skincare for dead skin/pores/problematic skin
partly backed4in1 solution (dead skin/pores/soothing/moisturizing)
partly backedIt is a natural functional derma cosmetic to solve skin concerns.
overstatedEffort for honest ingredients!!
nothing specific to check
It's registered in Korea as a functional cosmetic for brightening.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#15 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Niacinamide 5%, Glycolic Acid 5%
28 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- less visible dark spots
- Only partly backed:
- a smoother skin texture · better hydration · calmer skin
- Don't count on:
- better barrier support
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Niacinamide Whitening, a whitening functional ingredient as vitamin B3
backed by evidenceWhitening functional cosmetics, helps with skin whitening
backed by evidenceBecause synthetic fragrance is not used, depending on individual differences, you may notice the characteristic sour scent of the AHA ingredient raw material.
backed by evidenceAHA + BHA smooth skin!
plausible, not testedA skin formulation that is smooth and soft and has almost no noticeable viscosity
plausible, not testedColorless and transparent.
plausible, not testedProvides moist nourishing hydration and helps with oil moisture balance.
plausible, not testedMoist and soft spreadability / almost no stickiness and a smooth finish
plausible, not testedDead skin cell care+Whitening = celebrity glow serum
partly backedGlycolic acid 5% + Salicylic acid 0.5% Keratin care + Anti problem
partly backedSpeed up the dead skin cell turnover cycle to new skin!
partly backedContains the highest content of niacinamide 5% for whitening functionality
partly backedpH about 4.1, weakly acidic, excellent dead skin cell care!
partly backedIt generally contains 2%, but this product applied 5% for greater satisfaction.
partly backedThe recipe promised to customers, applying AHA 5% and BHA 0.5%, helps with fast turnover and smooth, healthy skin moisturizing care.
partly backedPurslane water 5% that helps soothe the skin
partly backedThe scent of the raw ingredient as it is / an inoffensive scent that does not linger long and disappears as soon as applied
partly backedSidmool cosmetics with no worries about bacteria, fungi, or microorganisms
partly backedSkin texture and whitening that change immediately when applied = celebrity glow serum!
overstatedPurslane water, which helps soothe the skin and maintain health, relieves the burden of glycolic acid and salicylic acid.
no supporting source foundAsiaticoside Centella asiatica ingredient helps with skin barrier care
no supporting source foundMade so there is no difference in usage feel and function
no supporting source foundSkin irritation test completed
no supporting source foundAnimal free
no supporting source foundThe Sidmool recipe faithful to dead skin cell care and brightening fulfills the dream that anyone, if with Sidmool, can have skin like celebrities on TV.
nothing specific to checkA golden blend for moist and glowing skin!
nothing specific to checkSidmool creates with all its heart, sparing no good ingredients, to relieve the skin concerns of beloved family.
nothing specific to checkFormulated based on the belief that cosmetic ingredients are quality itself
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It's made for better hydration and calmer skin.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#23 on the ingredient list · 0.5%), Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Water 31.7%
18 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- calmer skin · clearer-looking skin (amount unknown) · better hydration
- Don't count on:
- less shine
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Micro bubbles that are soft and bouncy like mousse bubbles and cleanse thoroughly down to skin pores, ZERO slippery residue after use
plausible, not testedContains 31.7% ginger water instead of purified water, helping to soothe the skin.
partly backedMelanin production inhibited by 25.88%
partly backedCollagen production promoted by 48.01%
partly backedContains salicylic acid, the first step in trouble care
partly backedWith 0.5% salicylic acid, helps relieve skin troubles
partly backed5 types of hyaluronic acid and 8 naturally derived ingredients help with skin moisturizing·soothing
partly backedFine dust cleansing power 98%
partly backedWe satisfy you with low irritation + cleansing power + moisturizing feel all together.
partly backed5 types of hyaluronic acid supply moisture to the skin, helping with skin moisturization.
partly backed8 plant-derived extracts including Centella asiatica and tea tree extract help protect skin texture and soothe the skin.
partly backedSalicylic acid helps relieve skin troubles, and
partly backedGinger6 generously contains patented ginger water that promotes collagen synthesis and inhibits melanin production.
overstatedVegan cosmetics certified by the UK Vegan Society, Ginger6
no supporting source foundIt is granted to products produced only with plant-based ingredients, without any animal testing or animal-derived ingredients at all, from raw material origin and extraction method through product production stage.
no supporting source foundPore waste cleansing power 99%
no supporting source foundWith the skin low-irritation test completed, you can use it without burden and with confidence.
no supporting source foundGinger6's ginger water helps with sebum control and skin texture improvement.
no supporting source found
Bonajour
Eggplant Daily BHA Toner
It's made for less visible pores and less shine.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#7 on the ingredient list · 0.48%), Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Lupeol
27 claims, summarized
- Only partly backed:
- a smoother skin texture · less shine · less visible pores · better barrier support
- Don't count on:
- calmer skin
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BHA toner that contains eggplant extract and lupeol
backed by evidenceNo colorants, no artificial fragrances.
backed by evidence* Replaced with essential oils free from allergens.
plausible, not testedA low-irritation toner containing 'real eggplant' and BHA for daily use.
plausible, not testedContains an appropriate amount of salicylic acid that refines sebum and pores, reducing unnecessary skin irritation while helping with impurity and skin texture management.
plausible, not testedStickiness ZERO, refreshing water formula.
plausible, not testedIt can be used without burden from combination skin to problem skin.
plausible, not testedRecycled plastic (PCR)
plausible, not testedThe purple color of the eggplant toner is the color of the eggplant natural extract itself.
plausible, not testedUsing a vegetable emulsifier so that the plant-derived ingredients in the eggplant toner can blend well together, but
plausible, not testedA low-irritation toner that contains eggplant extract with genuine lupeol to care for problem skin, and contains 0.48% BHA, making it suitable for daily use.
partly backedParabens, phenoxyethanol, synthetic colorants, allergy-inducing artificial fragrances, animal-derived raw materials, animal testing
partly backed'Low-irritation skin texture refining toner' containing lupeol, the natural ingredient of eggplant.
partly backedA skin-texture refining toner that can be lightly wiped off after cleansing for skin care, it can manage leftover impurities and dead skin cells all at once, and does not cause irritation or burden to the skin even with daily use.
partly backedContains eggplant extract that reduces sebum and calms irritated skin.
partly backedSkin sebum secretion amount -5.71% improvement
partly backedPore reduction -5.01% improvement
partly backedContains 0.48% BHA salicylic acid with no worry of irritation even with daily use.
partly backedWeakly acidic balance for the skin barrier.
partly backedWith a pH5.5 similar to human skin, you can confirm the litmus paper turns red.
partly backedA toner for combination skin that solves sebum · pore · milia concerns and even rough skin texture.
overstatedNaturally derived ingredient content 93%
no supporting source foundLupeol, an effective ingredient of eggplant, dissolves sebum and helps soothe irritated skin.
no supporting source foundWith a patented ingredient for troublesome skin, it calms angry skin.
no supporting source foundSkin adverse reaction reports 0%
no supporting source foundAll human application test subjects for the eggplant daily BHA toner showed 0% skin irritation response.
no supporting source foundMade only with healthy ingredients obtained from nature, it is a safe product officially certified vegan by the UK Society.
no supporting source found
Key: Salicylic Acid (#6 on the ingredient list · 0.45%), Lactobionic Acid, Bifida Ferment Lysate
1 claim checked
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It was confirmed as a low-irritation product through a sensitive skin irritation test.
no supporting source found
FATION
NOSCA9 SPOT PATCH
It's made for calmer, clearer-looking skin.
Key: Salicylic Acid (#5 on the ingredient list · 0.2%), Niacinamide, Madecassoside
3 claims, summarized
- You can expect:
- calmer skin · clearer-looking skin · a smoother skin texture
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The patch contains salicylic acid 0.2%, madecassoside, niacinamide, etc., three ingredients, helps remove dead skin cells and impurities that cause skin troubles, provides soothing care, and helps with aftercare to keep the troubled area clear and clean.
backed by evidenceThe product is released with an ultra-slim thickness of 0.27mm, and consists of a total of 102 round patches in two sizes, so that they can be used on troubled areas.
backed by evidence#LargeCapacity #SalicylicAcid0.2% #UltraSlimBorder #DailyWaterproof
plausible, not tested
바이오필링
Herbal Lotion
Key: Salicylic Acid (#3 on the ingredient list), Menthol, Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Leaf Extract
Key: Salicylic Acid (#4 on the ingredient list), Niacinamide, Succinic Acid
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We checked each claim that features this ingredient. Open the list below to see the result for each one.
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| Result | Claims |
|---|---|
| backed by evidence | 3 of 36 |
| plausible, not tested | 7 of 36 |
| partly backed | 20 of 36 |
| overstated | 4 of 36 |
| no supporting source found | 2 of 36 |
These are counts of claims, not products. One product can name the same ingredient in several claims, and we checked each one on its own.