The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution 15ml
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Featuring salicylic acid (a beta hydroxyl acid that offers exquisite exfoliation) and witch hazel, this blemish-battling solution penetrates the interior walls of pores to unclog and clear impurities, delivering visibly improved skin clarity with continued use. Powerful and concentrated, this treatment offers extraordinary results.
Offering powerful, concentrated treatment – at a surprisingly tiny price – The Ordinary’s Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is ideal for oily, congested skin. Supercharged with salicylic acid, the pH-balanced formula penetrates the interior walls of pores to unclog and eliminate blemish-causing impurities and balance excess sebum production. The welcome addition of witch hazel helps to reduce redness and alleviate discomfort, leaving your complexion clearer and calmer, with a more even and refined texture.
Aqua (Water), Hamamelis Virginiana Leaf Water, Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Salicylic Acid, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Citric Acid, Polysorbate 20, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Ethoxydiglycol, Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Caprylyl Glycol
For the latest information, it is recommended to review the ingredient list printed on the packaging of the product prior to usage or consumption.
Use in the morning and evening. Apply a small dot directly on spots for visible improvement or apply a small amount over the face to maintain visible clarity with continued use. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Do not rinse off. Continue with additional skin treatments as needed. If irritation occurs, cease use and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Please see below for an in-depth guide to patch testing. Keep out of reach of children.
(Sunburn Alert: This product contains a beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that may increase your skin's sensitivity to the sun and particularly the possibility of sunburn. Use a sunscreen, wear protective clothing, and limit sun exposure while using this product and for a week afterwards.)
How to conduct an at-home patch test:
Patch tests are an easy way to help predict if you will have a negative initial reaction to a new product. It is recommended to perform a patch test before incorporating a new product into your routine. We have outlined a general method for conducting your own patch test.
- Apply a small amount of the product onto a clean area of skin on the upper forearm.
- Keep the area dry, preferably covered with a bandage.
- After 24 hours, uncover the area and rinse.
- If any redness, burning, itching, blistering or irritation is observed at any time throughout the test, do not use the product.
Please note that the patch test is only for determining initial irritation reactions to products and does not guarantee similar results when applied to other areas of the body (including the face) or after continuous use. It does not account for underlying conditions and should not be used for the diagnosis of hypersensitivity or allergic contact dermatitis. If you are concerned about starting a new product, please consult a dermatologist prior to use.
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Third bottle
Ordered my third bottle. Been using this product for about 9 months now. I use this about 5 nights a week. My skin looks more even now as compared to then. I still get some breakouts time to time but not as much as last time. It calms spots and reduces the size fast. Definitely effective and will continue to use it! Always apply moisturiser afterwards. May be drying for some.
by Anne
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Пригодится!*** Useful!
Справляется со своей задачей.Очищает поры, минимизирует высыпания,немного осветляет тон кожи. Лучше пользоваться при необходимости, не на постоянной основе. *** Copes with its task. Cleans pores minimizes rashes, slightly brightens skin tone. It is better to use if necessary, not on a permanent basis.
by Lena
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A perfect little treatment
I've been on the hunt for a targeted solution for spots and breakouts as I usually have good skin but occasionally get the odd painful spot. But this stuff is so good and so worth the great price - a little goes a very long way and it really does target the redness and pain of a spot! I was a little apprehensive as I have quite sensitive skin, and its given me barely any trouble! The only place I try not to use it on is my nose, as it does dry the area out more than any other area on my face, and so it takes a little longer to completely heal... although I really don't mind. Overall, a really great treatment that works instantly!! :)
by Els
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Holy Grail
This product is absolutely my favourite. It really works! The only downside is that the colour has changed and it's more watery than it used to be. I can't seem to figure out why it became like that. Because it says on the bottle that it lasts 12 months and I haven't had it that long.
by Mary
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Noticed a difference
I brought this after seeing a (non advertised) review on Instagram as I’ve been suffering from spot prone skin especially around my jaw line. I noticed a difference after about 2 weeks of twice daily use and so far I have had a lot fewer breakouts and any I have had have gone down a lot quicker than they would previously.
by Runlittlebird
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Great
I have tried every for my skin -prescribed creams & pills. This is the only thing that has come close to clearing up my acne. Could not recommend enough 10/10
by Bells
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Gave me hives.
I was looking for a nice BHA to apply once or twice a week for light exfoliation. My skin isn't usually something I regard as particularly sensitive, and I've used salicylic acid before, sometimes even of a higher percentage. This, however, broke my neck and chest out in angry patches of hives, and left smaller hive-live red bumps scattered across my face. I patch tested it on a clean spot of skin to be sure and yes, this is the culprit. I never expected to have such a bad reaction, and I've never had a reaction to skincare this bad before. I'm disappointed, I wish I knew why this was so irritating to my skin!
by K
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Not for sensitive skin
I am starting using this as the bottle says, concentrating on blemishes or spots, however after using for about 2 weeks I saw no improvement in any blemishes on my skin and woke up with a horrendous rash on my face, it dries out my combination skin and now my skin looks far worse than it did before using this, I suggest staying away if you have sensitive skin :(
by Lizzie
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Pointless
I bought this product a few months ago because of the great reviews about it. However, when I first used my face reacted wrongly. My skin got a little bit burned, it was so dry and I was having breakouts so I stopped immediately. Recently I have been having a bad reaction, with huge spots, red and the ones that hurt and for some reason I did give it a go. 2 days. 2 days! And I got another 3 new spots where the product was. I hate it. Going straight to the bin.
by Cat
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Really lightens up my blemishes!
I read a lot of reviews before I used it to make sure I knew what I'd be putting on my face. In the guidelines provided by The Ordinary, they do not encourage its use in the morning. I think it will burn your skin especially if you get exposed to the sun since it makes you more susceptible to sunburn as it's an acid. They also encourage the use of sunblock if you're gonna use it. I use this with the Niacinamide and a mild toner (with low ph). They all work well together.
by Au
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