What it does
Beta-hydroxy acid; unclogs pores, exfoliates inside the follicle.
Performance by skin type & concern
| Skin type | Concern | Efficacy | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oily | acne | 92/100 | 70/100 |
| Combination | oiliness | 85/100 | 65/100 |
Pairs well & pairs poorly with
Synergies
- Witch Hazel Astringent + BHA combo for oily, congested skin (alcohol-free witch hazel).
Conflicts
- Retinol medium Combine cautiously; alternate nights for sensitive skin.
- Glycolic Acid high Stacking AHAs with BHAs over-exfoliates and damages the barrier.
Featured in products
See all →- Cerave — SA Body Wash for Rough & Bumpy Skin body · mid
- Cosrx — BHA Blackhead Power Liquid treatment · mid
- Drunk Elephant — TLC Sukari Babyfacial treatment · luxury
- Glamglow — Supermud Clearing Treatment mask · luxury
- Minimalist — 2% Salicylic Acid Serum serum · mid
- Paula's Choice — 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant treatment · premium
- Pilgrim — Tea Tree Spot Treatment treatment · budget
- Sebizit — Sulfur 5% Acne Treatment treatment · budget
- Some By Mi — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Serum serum · mid
- Some By Mi — AHA-BHA-PHA 30 Days Miracle Toner toner · mid
- The Derma Co — 1% Salicylic Acid Cleanser cleanser · budget
- The Ordinary — Salicylic Acid 2% Masque mask · budget