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Highlights
Summary
The Ordinary's Salicylic Acid 2% Acne Serum is a lightweight serum that offers surface-level exfoliation, encouraging the natural shedding of skin. It penetrates pores to control acne blemishes, resulting in clearer, smoother-looking skin.
Benefits
- Suitable for the use in teenagers with mild to moderate acne
Key Ingredients
- Salicylic Acid 2%
- Saccharide Isomerate
Research Results
- Helps clear up acne blemishes and allows the skin to heal *
- *Clinical efficacy study was performed on 29 subjects applying Salicylic Acid 2% Solution once daily in the evening for six weeks
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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.
Precautions: 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.
Aqua (water),saccharide Isomerate, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Salicylic Acid,hydroxy Ethyl Cellulose, Polysorbate20, Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Chlorphenesin.
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Reviews
Review Snapshot
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Ratings Distribution
Skin Type
Most Helpful Positive Review
Helping treat my hormonal acne
Sharing my skincare journey because I was desperate for help when I was trying to figure out my skincare routine. I am 26 years old, fair skin, I have never had major skin issues (acne, oiliness, dryness, etc). I used to not wash my face at all, I would only use makeup remover to take off my eye m...
Most Helpful Critical Review
Used to be a favorite
I was dependent on this product to keep acne and sebaceous filaments away for a long time. Then the formula changed and without it actually going near my eyes, I had a massive allergic reaction. It sensitized my skin so badly that now other products that I was able to use before make my eye swell up...
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Unfortunate Reaction
I have happily used Ordinary products for years. In November I started having terrible allergic reactions and cut out all face products save for a simple cleanser and moisturizer. After 4 weeks of having zero reactions, and thinking it must be a food issue, I used the salicylic acid serum this morning. 3 hours later I started to feel that telltale burn in the corner of my eyes and I knew what was coming. I immediately took an antihistamine and washed my face. Unfortunately, it's just getting worse. I have allergy testing scheduled in 2 weeks, and will still do that, but it looks like SA is a big part of the equation.
I constantly get compliments.
A least twice a week I get compliments on how clear my skin is!! I tell everyone to get this. Its so cheap but its not sacrificing its quality. I put this on almost every night right before bed, especially when I'm having acne flare ups and in the morning: clear and clean skin. Its like the bumps werent even there??? I dont have cystic acne or anything that I could say that would help others that have stronger acne flare ups; however, I feel like (with consistent use) it would help.
I would buy this it's super lightweight
It's good and it pairs really well with their other serums. I have combination skin so it's hard to find something that doesn't dry me out or make my face more oily so this product is super good
it used to be good maybe they changed the formula?
I used this product for a couple months no problem bought it twice. My new third bottle I used and I got a rash on my eyelids and skin surrounding it, I didn't change anything from my routine and I don't apply directly on or near my eyes took me weeks to fix and was super painful. I at first did not suspect this product to do this but once I stopped using this product my skin was able to slowly heal. It was a burning red flaky and dry
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I got the product and I was so excited but it barely did anything. I guess it mousterized my skin a little but j wouldn't recommend.
Questions
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Did this product change its formula?
- Asked by Wendy
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, thanks so much for reaching out. We recently chose to update our Salicylic Acid 2% Solution to align with our commitment to the continuous improvement of our formulations. The formulation has been updated with an enhanced texture and now also uses a pure powder form of Salicylic Acid. We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Should this be applied with finger tips/palms and pressed into the skin or should I use a cotton round to apply and press into the skin?
- Asked by Emma
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, thank you for reaching out. Either way will be beneficial, it's up to personal preference. We recommend patch testing first, and starting with one application daily (preferably in the PM). We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this if my forehead has close commedones my nose has blackheads and oily ?
- Asked by Confused
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there! Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is suitable for treating blackheads, and oily skin. We have not tested its efficacy on closed comedones and would recommend seeking the guidance of a healthcare professional for suitable treatments.Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use this salicylic acid for my oily skin, black heads and acne or is your niacinamide serum better or is there something different I should use?
- Asked by s
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageHi there, based on your concerns we'd recommend Salicylic Acid 2% Solution! We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you
- Q
Can I use it for a black head on my belly close to my belly button?
- Asked by Chance
- Official Answer By The Ordinary - Brand EngageSalicylic Acid 2% Solution has only been tested for use on the face, and neck. For body, we'd recommend Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum . We hope this helps!Was this answer helpful to you