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Salicylic Acid Exfoliating Cleanser

Exfoliant

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5 of 16 ingredients flagged

Fungal acne trigger
Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Lauric Acid, Polysorbate 60, Saccharomyces Ferment

Ingredients

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  1. 1Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  2. 2Glycerin

    A skincare MVP. Draws water into skin and supports the barrier.

  3. 3Myristic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  4. 4Stearic AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  5. 5Potassium Hydroxide

    Keeps the formula at a skin-friendly pH.

  6. 6Lauric AcidFungal acne trigger

    Fatty acid or ester that softens skin. Can feed fungal acne.

  7. 7Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  8. 8Glycol Distearate
  9. 9Polysorbate 60Fungal acne trigger

    Emulsifier. Fine for most, but a known fungal acne trigger.

  10. 10Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water

    Natural source of salicylates. Mildly clarifying and calming.

  11. 11Saccharomyces FermentFungal acne trigger

    Fermented ingredient. Can be brightening, but often flagged for fungal acne.

  12. 12Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  13. 13Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  14. 14Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  15. 15Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  16. 16Oenothera Biennis