Salicylic Acid[1], Azelaic Acid[2], Cinnamomum Cassia[3] (Cinnamon) Bark extract, Ginger (Ginger) Root extract, Poterium Officinale (Green Burnet) Root extract, Glycyrrhiza[4] Glabra (Licorice) Extract
Ingredient Analysis
1. ↑ beta hydroxy acid ( Salicylic Acid ) induces exfoliation in oily areas of skin; oil-soluble so can penetrate pores to exfoliate inside; prevents clogged pores; mildly anti-inflammatory; higher concentrations help fade post-acne marks
2. ↑ Azelaic Acid. anti-inflammatory antioxidant; great for hyperpigmentation & rosacea; proven effects
3. ↑ cinnamon ( Cinnamomum Cassia ) antimicrobial antioxidant; can be irritating since it’s a fragrant plant extract
4. ↑ licorice extract ( Glycyrrhiza ) anti-inflammatory; anti-allergic; the root has been proven to treat hyperpigmentation so its used in whitening products