Salicylic Acid - Sample Size (10g)
Salicylic Acid - Sample Size (10g)
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Try our exclusive sample size of salicylic acid - perfect for product testing!
Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (as opposed to an alpha hydroxy acid). It is a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory agent used in skincare to combat acne and provide exfoliation, and in hair care to combat dandruff.
The hydroxy acids exfoliate the top layer of skin, helping smooth and even complexion, keep pores unclogged, brighten skin and even fade dark marks and discoloration.
Sizes: 10g
USES & BENEFITS
- Salicylic acid is lipophilic, meaning it can penetrate even oily skin types
- Anti-inflammatory
- Reduces sebum production
- Deep cleansing action by unclogging of pores and breaking apart of desmosomes to allow new cell growth
- Dissolves skin debris that clogs pores and causes acne
- Works best on blackheads and whiteheads
- Has an exfoliation action
- Helpful for dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
INGREDIENTS
Pure salicylic powder (99-100.5% assay).
HOW TO USE
Usage: 0.5-2% solution for face care, up to 3% for shampoo or body care products.
There are a few ways to incorporate salicylic acid into products and formulations. In formulations, salicylic acid requires a humectant to dissolve, which is then used in the water phase. It can be dissolved in propanediol, or to a lesser degree in glycerine. It is poorly soluble in water on its own. Gentle heating may be required to fully dissolve.
In ready-made products, the salicylic acid powder can be blended straight in without the need to dissolve it first.
Remember to check the pH of your product after adding salicylic acid, as it can lower the pH significantly. You don't want to go much lower than pH 3.5 or your skin may be irritated.
Cautions: do not overuse salicylic acid as it may cause dryness or irritation. Follow up with sunscreen if using in the morning/daytime, as any type of exfoliant can make your skin more susceptible to sunburn.
Try our exclusive sample size of salicylic acid - perfect for product testing!
Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid (as opposed to an alpha hydroxy acid). It is a powerful anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory agent used in skincare to combat acne and provide exfoliation, and in hair care to combat dandruff.
The hydroxy acids exfoliate the top layer of skin, helping smooth and even complexion, keep pores unclogged, brighten skin and even fade dark marks and discoloration.
Sizes: 10g
USES & BENEFITS
- Salicylic acid is lipophilic, meaning it can penetrate even oily skin types
- Anti-inflammatory
- Reduces sebum production
- Deep cleansing action by unclogging of pores and breaking apart of desmosomes to allow new cell growth
- Dissolves skin debris that clogs pores and causes acne
- Works best on blackheads and whiteheads
- Has an exfoliation action
- Helpful for dandruff and seborrheic dermatitis
INGREDIENTS
Pure salicylic powder (99-100.5% assay).
HOW TO USE
Usage: 0.5-2% solution for face care, up to 3% for shampoo or body care products.
There are a few ways to incorporate salicylic acid into products and formulations. In formulations, salicylic acid requires a humectant to dissolve, which is then used in the water phase. It can be dissolved in propanediol, or to a lesser degree in glycerine. It is poorly soluble in water on its own. Gentle heating may be required to fully dissolve.
In ready-made products, the salicylic acid powder can be blended straight in without the need to dissolve it first.
Remember to check the pH of your product after adding salicylic acid, as it can lower the pH significantly. You don't want to go much lower than pH 3.5 or your skin may be irritated.
Cautions: do not overuse salicylic acid as it may cause dryness or irritation. Follow up with sunscreen if using in the morning/daytime, as any type of exfoliant can make your skin more susceptible to sunburn.
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I make and sell a variety of natural products. I was asked by a client, to please come up with something for her teenage son who is suffering with nasty acne. I created a range for him and one of my serums is Salicylic Acid based. Just wow. His face has cleared and they're following up with body acne product requests. Salicylic Acid will definitely be a star ingredient.
Wow, is all I can say. I made my own face wash with salicylic acid, base fase wash and some jojoba scrub.My face has never been so soft, clear and clean. (I used to have acne prone skin) So happy with my purchase!!