The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution

The OrdinarySalicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous SolutionIngredients

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution is a product from Uncategorized category with 9 ingredients. Notable: Salicylic Acid. The product is made by The Ordinary.

Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution provides following positive effects: Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Softening, Soothing and 2 more.

Organic score: 22% natural vs 56% chemical.

INCI

1
Squalane
Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
2
Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
3
Pentylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Solvent
4
Salicylic Acid
Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative
5
Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides
Binding, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
6
4-T-Butylcyclohexanol
Fragrance ingredient, Masking
7
Hydroxymethoxyphenyl Decanone
8
Phenoxyethanol
Fragrance ingredient, Preservative

All the Positive

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BHA [1]: Salicylic Acid
Antiseptic 2: Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol
Moisturizing 1: Pentylene Glycol
Cleansing 1: Salicylic Acid
Acne fighting 1: Salicylic Acid

Concerns

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Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Squalane

ECO Metrics

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Vegan
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

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Dry skin
Positive: 0Negative: 0
Oily skin
Positive: 1Negative: 0
Salicylic Acid#4
Sensitive skin
Positive: 0Negative: 1
Salicylic Acid#4

Detailed view

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution

#1Squalane

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Emollient, Hair conditioning
Softening
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Squalane is a more stable equivalent of Squalene. It is a very important component of our skin. It’s a major part of natural sebum that forms a protection barrier on the skin's surface. If the barrier isn’t strong enough, your skin will become more sensitive. Squalane helps to keep skin hydrated, protects it from the negative impact of the environment, lowers irritation, stimulates regeneration, and removes dryness. It is accepted by our skin very well and will not cause allergic reactions.

#2Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride is an emollient that also hydrates the skin without leaving a fatty film. When applied, the component feels smooth and light. In haircare products, it’s also used for hydrating purposes. It makes hair silky, lowers tangling, and makes hair smooth.

It’s safe for most people, except for people with allergic reactions to coconut or palm oil because these oils are usually used for producing the component.

#3Pentylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Solvent
Moisturizing
Hair conditioning
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]

Pentylene Glycol is a great replacement for Propylene Glycol. It has very similar characteristics but it’s derived from plants (usually from corn). Natural cosmetics lovers will find this component very useful. It enhances the moisturizing effect of cosmetic products, improves the efficiency of preservatives and it’s an effective emulsifier. It’s approved by ECOCERT and COSMOS so it’s considered to be 100% safe and can be used in vegan products.

#4Salicylic Acid

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Antiacne agent, Antidandruff agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Hair conditioning, Keratolytic, Masking, Preservative
Cleansing
Acne fighting
Soothing
Antiseptic
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for oily skin
Good for oily skin

Salicylic Acid is an amazing component for oily skin. It’s a famous BHA that chemically exfoliates dead cells, kills bacteria, and prevents acne. It works as a strong pores cleanser. AHAs are not effective for removing sebum from pores, while BHAs are leaders in this space. Salicylic Acid also helps to shrink pores, remove acne scars and make skin tone even. Pay attention: concentration matters! This ingredient is rather aggressive. It can lead to irritation in high concentrations. If your skin has never seen this component before test the product first.

#5Oleic/Linoleic/Linolenic Polyglycerides

Origin: chemical
Role: Binding, Emollient, Emulsifying agent, Emulsion stabilizer, Surfactant, Viscosity controlling agent
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

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