Salicylic Acid (BHA)
Exfoliating AcidAn oil-soluble acid that gets inside pores to clear congestion and calm breakouts.
Good for
Acne
Pores
Oil control
How to use
Exfoliant — start 1–2× a week, always wear SPF, and don’t stack with other acids or retinoids the same night.
Pairings
Pairs well with
Niacinamide
Clears + calms
Niacinamide
Acne + oil control
Snail Mucin
Soothes after exfoliation
Time it right
Retinoid
Additive irritation
Use on separate days
AHA
Double exfoliation
Use on separate days
L-Ascorbic Acid
Stacked low-pH irritation
Use on separate days
Benzoyl Peroxide
Additive drying
Use on separate days
Azelaic Acid
Mild compounded dryness
Use on separate days
Copper Peptides
Low pH folds peptides
Leave a gap between them
Peptides
Space for absorption
Leave a gap between them
Products with Salicylic Acid (BHA)
CeraVe
CeraVe
CeraVe
Origins
Kiehl's Since 1851
Origins
Peach Slices
Vichy
Oh K!
Kiehl's Since 1851
The Crème Shop
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