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Salicylic Acid
A derivative of willow bark used for over 2000 years to treat skin concerns. Salicylic Acid is found in chemical peels and other skincare products. An excellent exfoliant that regulates sebum secretions making this a popular and effective treatment for acne.
However this powerhouse product does more than just treat acne unclog pores and dissolves blackheads. Salicylic is able to improve the visible signs of freckles, sun damage, prevent scars, stimulate collagen production and treat psoriasis when microencapsulated.
By Micro encapsulating Salicylic Acid Top Layer is able to safely push the product deeper into the epidermis. Making it more effective and safer to use because the product doesn’t sit concentrated on the surface of the skin but instead is distributed throughout the epidermis, into the different layers of the skin.
Enlarged pores are caused by an imbalance of oil and water in the skin. Salicylic Acid works to regulate oil and helps bring oil and water back to their naturally balanced state which Improves the appearance of large pores.
Salicylic Acid gets a thumbs up from us, in simple explanation it unifies and clarifies the complexion. Which is what we are all looking to achieve and because it is effective for all Fitzpatrick types we love this product even more.