Salicylic Acid

INGREDIENT

Salicylic Acid

Exfoliant; Keratolytic Agent

Avoid

May cause skin irritation, dryness, peeling, and increased salicylate exposure with excessive use.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function Exfoliates dead skin cells and improves skin texture.
Safety Meter Avoid
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 69-72-7
Category Exfoliant; Keratolytic Agent
Function Exfoliates dead skin cells and improves skin texture.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Avoid
INSIDE THE FORMULA

What it does

Exfoliates dead skin cells and improves skin texture.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 health.ec.europa.eu
FOUND IN

Found in Approved Products

This ingredient appears in 5 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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