Active Ingredient: Purpose Salicylic Acid[1] 0.5%
Inactive Ingredients: Sd Alcohol 40[2]-B, Water[3], Polyacrylate-1[4], Hydroxypropylcellulose[5], Glycyrrhetinic Acid[6], Trisodium Edta[7], Butylene Glycol[8], Peony Root Extract[9], Saxifraga Sarmentosa[10] Extract, Benzoic Acid[11], Fragrance[12].
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. ↑ Sd Alcohol 40. Sd Alcohol 40 is used in skincare and cosmetics as a/an astringent, solvent to dissolve things in a formula, viscosity controlling ingredient.
4. ↑ Ceramide Eop ( 1 ) Ceramides can help restore the skin’s barrier system; improves texture, reduces topical irritation, restores moisture
5. ↑ Hydroxypropylcellulose. binder; emulsion stabilizer; film-former; thickener; viscosity controlling