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by Nedysia3/8/2022
Salicylic acid is one of the best allies for the care of mixed and oily skin.
Beta hydroxy acid (or BHA) is an ingredient that you find in many acne treatments and that you probably already know for its exfoliating properties.
In fact, its strong keratolytic and smoothing virtues are indicated to effectively combat mild acne. This acid is also endowed with bacteriostatic and soothing properties: it quickly penetrates into inflamed lesions exerting these functions, without causing irritation.
It is also an excellent ally to keep excess sebum under control.
Salicylic acid is a BHA derived from willow bark that penetrates deep into the skin to dissolve keratin that clogs pores, retains excess sebum and refines the texture of the skin.
It manages to exfoliate the most superficial layers of the skin and greatly improve its appearance. It also helps reduce redness, inflammation and eliminate whiteheads and blackheads.
For more information on salicylic acid, you can check out our complete guide on beauty acids for the skin.
Ideally, AHA and BHA products should be incorporated into your skincare routine. Start with just one product, never mix two types of acids together. The combined effect can irritate the skin and at the same time, in case of reaction or outburst, you will never be able to determine which product caused them.
Salicylic acid dries pimples and excess sebum, it can also dry out already dehydrated or sensitive skin, in this case it would be better to use an AHA or alpha hydroxy acids, like glycolic and lactic acids.
Also, always remember that it is not advisable to use salicylic acid in case of damaged skin.
Salicylic acid is generally safe, but excessive use (for example the use of mixed salicylic acid products per day) or mixing it with other acids, can cause irritation and dryness of the skin, so it is always good to start using it sporadically and then increase the frequency of use.
If you have oily skin, using salicylic acid daily could be crucial for your skincare routine. The most important thing is not to be too aggressive and not to exfoliate the skin too much with the risk of obtaining an irritating or worsening effect.
The answer to this question is that it depends on your skin type and what you're trying to fix.
However, if you're new to salicylic acid or want to prevent pimples before they manifest, a cleanser is a great option.
The concentration of salicylic acid is usually quite low compared to that of a serum or treatment, so the risk of irritation is lower. To start or to help you find your new favorite cleanser, even if you have long been a lover of salicylic acid, below you will find a series of salicylic acid cleansers to integrate into your beauty routine.
You can create an entire beauty routine with salicylic acid products, from cleansers to masks and scrubs. On the market there are all kinds: ranging from cleansers to tonics, passing through serums, face creams, masks and exfoliating treatments.
The best cleansers are those formulated with mixtures of AHA, BHA and PHA to treat both the outer and inner layers of the skin with respect. Always remember to start slowly with these formulas, just like with other detergents, and then switch to more regular use.
Now that your skin is clean and free from all impurities, your face is ready for the rest of your skincare routine!
