Salicylic Acid is a Salicin, formed with Salicin is metabolized. It is considered to have aspirin-like, anti-inflammatory properties and is a popular ingredient in acne treatment formulas. Salicylic Acid is one of several beta hydroxy acids, and works as a keratolytic by exfoliating the skin, causing the cells of the epidermis to shed more readily, preventing pores from clogging up, and allowing room for new cell growth. It is a powerful acne-fighting ingredient. It works by reducing the number of skin cells within pores, which helps prevent pimples from forming. Also, due to the coating of Niacinamide, this compound has a higher efficacy in skin whitening.
INCI NAME
Synthetic Salicylic Acid, Xanthum Gum & Niacinamide
BENEFITS
- Easy solubility of Salicylic Acid in water based medium
- Basic stirring required
- Unique coating which easily breaks on rubbing, reduces skin irritation
- No solvent or any dispersing agent required
- Excellent buffer system
USES
- Water based skin care products including gels, emulsions and suspensions
- Anti-acne cream, serum, lotion and solutions
- Formulations for exfoliation and sebum control
- Cleansing foam, shampoos etc
APPLICATIONS
Products for anti-acne and blemished skin lotions, creams, serums and solutions
ANIMAL TESTING
Not tested on animals
VEGAN
Does not contain animal-derived components