Salicylic Acid

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Description

Salicylic Acid is a beta hydroxy acid found in many plants but its most well-known source is White Willow or Salix alba from which its name is derived. Salicylic acid is the active metabolite of the drug Aspirin (Acetylsalicylic acid) a well-known pain-relieving medication. Salicylic Acid is obtained by synthesis. 
 
Topically, Salicylic acid is most commonly found in products used to combat acne and other skin conditions such as dandruff. It acts as a comedolytic and bacteriostatic agent meaning it stimulates the shedding off dead skin cells, unclogs pores, and inhibits the growth of potentially acne-causing bacteria. It can make the skin smoother and reduce fine lines by increasing fibrillin and collagen. 
 
Salicylic acid is very poorly water-soluble and will need to be dissolved in a suitable solvent such as ethanol or propylene glycol before incorporating it into your formulations. The use of surfactants can also be useful. 

10:1 - Propanediol or Propylene Glycol : Salicylic acid @65C 
5:1   - Ethanol : Salicylic acid – no heat necessary 

Note: (video below for more information around formulation with acids) 

  • Salicylic acid is an acid and should never be used undiluted.  
  • Salicylic acid is classed as an advanced skincare ingredient and should not be used unless you understand the usage and applications of Glycolic Acid. 
  • Avoid contact with eyes / May not be suitable for those with sensitive skin  
  • Over 99% pure 

This product is intended for external use only. 


Specifications

INCI Salicylic Acid 
CAS Number 69-72-7
Potential Applications Exfoliating, Pigmentation, Fine Lines, Acne, Scalp Conditions
Usage < 4.0% (typically used 0.5-3%) 
pH Compatibility < 3.85 
Temperature N/A 
Solubility Poorly Water Soluble - needs a solvent to dissolve 
Palm Free Yes
Vegan   Yes
Tested on animals No
Contains GMO No
Country of origin China
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Reviewed by James M.
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Rated 5 out of 5
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Easy to use

I've used other brands but this one was the easiest to use, with excellent density and fluff, which made it easy to mix and blend.

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good!!

great acid for acne

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Reviewed by Wendy M.
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Excellent Ingredient

Acids can be tricky to use and found this easy and the accompany video excellent. It is an unstable ingredient so trial and error is needed to get the perfect formulation but as it is not too expensive this is possible to do

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