Salicylic Acid Usp
Salicylic Acid Usp acts as a preservative, helping to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of cosmetic products.
Generally Safe
This ingredient has a good safety profile based on available data.
Purpose
Function
Beta hydroxy acid (BHA) exfoliant, keratolytic, and anti-acne active. Oil-soluble unlike AHAs, enabling penetration into sebaceous follicles and dissolution of intercellular lipids — the gold standard for acne and comedonal exfoliation. Optimal pH 3.0–4.0 for professional peels (typically 20–30%). Also has anti-inflammatory and mild antimicrobial properties. At 0.5% functions as a cosmetic preservative.
Profile
Properties
Silicone
Silicone free
Malassezia
Safe
Fungal Acne
Safe
Details
Description
Salicylic Acid Usp acts as a preservative, helping to prevent microbial growth and extend the shelf life of cosmetic products.
Reference
Identifiers
No registry identifiers available for this ingredient.