Also Known As: 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid

Overview: Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid and anti-acne agent derived from sodium phenoxide and carbon dioxide.

Suggested Uses:

Skin peeling products
Anti-acne products
Anti-dandruff products
Products for oily or blemished skin

Ideal Concentration Level in Products: Maximum of 2% for peels and exfoliant products. Maximum of 3% in anti-dandruff products.