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The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque Clarifying Charcoal & Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin
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Summary
The Ordinary's Salicylic Acid 2% Mask for Blemish Prone Skin is a clay mask with 2% salicylic acid and vegetable charcoal. This rinse-off mask enhances the appearance of a smooth and clear complexion while leaving the skin feeling refreshed.
Benefits
- Targets lackluster tone and textural irregularities
- Aids in balancing sebum
- PH 3.50 - 4.50
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic Acid
- Vegetable Charcoal
- Clay
Formulated Without
- Fragrance
- Alcohol
- Gluten
- Nuts
- Oil
- Silicone
- Parabens
- Sulfates
- Mineral Oil
- Methylchloroisothiazolinone
- Methylisothiazolinone
- Animal Oils
- Coal Tar Dyes
- Formaldehyde
- Mercury
- Oxybenzone
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Use once or twice a week on thoroughly clean, dry skin. Do not use on wet skin. Apply evenly across face using fingertips, avoiding the eye area. Leave on for no more than 10 minutes. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes both during application and rinse off. 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 severe 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.
Contraindications: Do not use in the same routine as direct acids, EUK 134 0.1%, retinoids, pure or ethylated vitamin C, or peptides.
Aqua (water), Kaolin, Squalane, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Silica Cetyl Silylate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pentylene Glycol, Charcoal Powder, 4-t-butylcyclohexanol, Sclerotium Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Phytic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol.
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Most Helpful Positive Review
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It's absolutely brilliant - my skin texture feels amazing after using it.. the only negative I can say is that I wish it came in 100ml!
Most Helpful Critical Review
New formula
I must say this was my hero product. I think the formula has changed and it is not as effective as previously. I can definitely see the difference compared to when I used to use it in the past. The bottle got bigger and the product got worse. Sad, but I will not be purchasing this anymore. I hope th...
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Refreshing and effective
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I just used it today along with everything else I was recommended and I really Iiked it. -it was a thick creamy smooth texture when allying - on my skin (yours can react differently) it tingled at first (almost like it was going to start to burn) but then it cooled down after a few minutes. - once dried, it tightened on my skin (like all masks do) - after 10 min it came off easy and went back to a creamy smooth texture when I was washing it off. - once its all off my skin felt like I just splashed cold water on it so it feel refreshing for a little while (are supposed to wash off with warm water btw) and my nose especially felt less textured and soft. All and all the instructions were very straightforward and helpful on the back and it's super easy to use after washing and drying my face.

must have in skincare routine
absolute must have in my skincare routine weekly, leaves my skin feeling clean and renewed
bees knees
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this stuff is amazing. i don't have acne, but it really puts an extra shine to my complexion. i tried another mask from niod and it was disappointing ( the flavanone mud one - it's not on the website anymore, so it must have been d/c - the metal tube split and the brick red product went flying across my white bathroom...nice! had to throw it out - cs told me not to bother mailing anything in to return and to drive over 2 hours instead). at least i have the old faithful SA 2% mask in a plastic container. big ups to plastic.
Help what? … nothing
I was so excited to use this product for my stubborn blackheads but did it help? Nope! It helped my mind rather than my skin. Pass, pass, pass! Save your money
Poor packaging
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Like many other have said, it's way too hard to squeeze the mask out of its tube. For the first use it worked fine but after that it hardened. If I wanted a workout I'd be at the gym, not buying skincare products.
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I use the Ordinary Age Support set and im still seeing large pores on my face. Can l use this product to shrink pores ?
- Asked by Nikki
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, for the appearance of pores, Salicylic Acid 2% Masque can help reduce the appearance of pores temporarily. You may also wish to explore Niacinamide 10% + Zinc 1%, or Balancing & Clarifying Serum to address the look of pores. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
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Can I use this product along with the azelaic acid suspension 10% kit cream?
- Asked by Betz
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageWe do not recommend using Salicylic Acid 2% Masque and Azelaic Acid Suspension 10% together in the same regimen as both are direct acids.Was this answer helpful to you
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I have the Salicylci Acid 2% mask. I do not have acne or blemish-prone skin. I do have uneven skin tone. Should I use this product?
- Asked by No
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, for uneven skin tone you may wish to explore our Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner .Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
What would you recommend applying after using this mask to keep skin from drying out?
- Asked by Cate
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, you may wish to explore our Hyaluronic Acid 2% + B5 or Marine Hyaluronics . We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Is this good, to get rid of blackheads?
- Asked by Brooke
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, yes! Salicylic Acid 2% Masque can help with blackheads as the Salicylic Acid is able to clean out the pore. We'd recommend using 1-2x/week as needed after cleansing .Was this answer helpful to you