Description: 

Beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), specifically Salicylic acid, is a popular ingredient in skincare and beauty products known for its exfoliating and acne-fighting properties. It is a white powder that effectively penetrates the pores, unclogs them, and helps to remove dead skin cells, excess oil, and impurities. Salicylic acid is commonly used in various skincare formulations to promote smoother, clearer, and more refined skin.

Benefits:

• Exfoliates the skin, removing dead skin cells and unclogging pores
• Helps to control and prevent acne breakouts
• Reduces blackheads, whiteheads, and blemishes
• Improves skin texture and promotes a smoother, clearer complexion
• Helps to regulate sebum production
• Can contribute to the brightening and evening out of skin tone

Usage: Salicylic acid powder is incorporated into various skincare and beauty formulations, including cleansers, toners, serums, spot treatments, and masks. It is used at specific concentrations to provide effective exfoliation and acne-fighting benefits.

Recommended Usage: The recommended usage of Salicylic acid powder varies depending on the specific product and formulation. It is important to follow the guidelines provided . 

• Salicylic acid is added to peeling products by 0.5% - 3%
•  Salicylic acid is added to anti-acne products by 2%

• After emulsion formation is added at the end of the process when the emulsion temperature reaches 40-45 ° C.
  

• Additionally, it is essential to perform a patch test before using products containing Salicylic acid to determine skin compatibility.
  

Solubility: Salicylic acid powder soluble in glycerin. More soluble in alcohol and propylene glycol

Applications:

• Acne treatment products
• Exfoliating cleansers and scrubs
• Clarifying toners and astringents
• Spot treatments for blemishes
• Face masks targeting acne and congestion
• Anti-aging and skin renewal formulations

Storage: Salicylic acid powder should be stored in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture. It is recommended to keep it tightly sealed in its original container to maintain its potency and effectiveness.

Make sure that you measure the pH value after adding salicylic acid as it can lower the pH significantly. A pH of lower than 3.5should be avoided as skin irritations can occur. To avoid excess peeling/irritation of the skin be careful when using salicylic acid together with abrasive soaps or cleansers, alcohol-containing products, or other topical acne or peeling products (e.g. benzoyl peroxide, resorcinol, sulfur, tretinoin), soaps or cosmetics that dry the skin.

Country of origin: China

Country of packing: Saudi Arabia