Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid Skincare

What is Salicylic Acid?

Salicylic Acid is the most common type of beta hydroxy acid (BHA). Beta Hydroxy Acids are oil-soluble and have the ability to penetrate deeper into the skin for maximum results. Salicylic Acid is naturally derived from willow bark and is best known in the industry for helping to prevent acne and breakouts.

Which skin types is Salicylic Acid best for?

If you have oily and blemish-prone skin, Salicylic Acid is your go-to acid. Steer clear of this acid if you have dry skin as this could further aggravate the dryness.

What are the main benefits of Salicylic Acid?

  • Gently exfoliates
  • Reduces skin congestion by removing dead skin cells
  • Calms inflammation and redness
  • Decreases oil production
  • Unclogs pores

How to use Salicylic Acid?

Use a Salicylic Acid serum or cleanser once a day either in the morning or evening to control sebum production. If you use Salicylic Acid in the morning, make sure that you follow with an SPF as this BHA increases your skin's sensitivity to the sun.

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iS Clinical Tri-Active Exfoliating Masque
iS Clinical Tri-Active Exfoliating Masque

This fortnightly treatment masque helps to dramatically smooth, brighten, soften and combat breakout prone skin with a combination of powerful Botanical Enzymes, Salicylic Acid and eco-friendly micro-beads to provide the optimum physical and biochemical exfoliation.

€93,95
PharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Serum 30mlPharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Serum 30ml
PharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Serum 30ml

New advanced formulation! This antioxidant loaded serum works to brighten the most resistant areas of hyperpigmentation on the face and body.

€60,95
PharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Cream 30mlPharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Cream 30ml
PharmaClinix Lightenex Gold Cream 30ml

New advanced formulation! This advanced formula cream works to brighten the most resistant areas of hyperpigmentation on the face and body.

€60,95
HydroPeptide Purifying Cleanser - Pure, Clear & CleanHydroPeptide Purifying Cleanser - Pure, Clear & Clean
HydroPeptide Purifying Cleanser - Pure, Clear & Clean

HydroPeptide Purifying Cleanser - Pure, Clear & Clean eliminates impurities, encourages fast correction of imperfections and tackles the signs of aging with a blend of exfoliating salicylic and mandelic acids and a unique pore-cleansing peptide.

€39,95
PharmaClinix Lightenex Plus Cream 50mlPharmaClinix Lightenex Plus Cream 50ml
PharmaClinix Lightenex Plus Cream 50ml

Buy 3 or more PharmaClinix Lightenex Plus 50ml and SAVE an additional 5% off the current discount price! – New advanced formulation! An extra strength cream developed to tackle very dark and stubborn pigmentation.

€40,95
iS Clinical Brightening Serum 15mliS Clinical Brightening Serum 15ml
iS Clinical Brightening Serum 15ml

This lightweight and concentrated serum safely brightens skin with a hydroquinone-free and paraben-free formula that gently resurfaces skin and provides long-term visible improvements.

€81,95
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CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser bottleCeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser
CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser

Efficiently cleanse and remove makeup, whilst delivering hydration with the CeraVe Hydrating Cream-to-Foam Cleanser. This rich cream transforms into a foam to gently cleanse without disrupting the natural barrier.

€10,95
Jan Marini Retinol Plus MaskJan Marini Retinol Plus Mask
Jan Marini Retinol Plus Mask

A highly concentrated anti-ageing mask that gives enhanced homecare results.

€62,95
VOTARY Brightening Hyaluronic Serum - Narcissus and AHAsVOTARY Brightening Hyaluronic Serum - Narcissus and AHAs
VOTARY Brightening Hyaluronic Serum - Narcissus and AHAs

This brigtening Facial serum contains Glycolic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid to gently exfoliate dead skin cells, revealing a fresh, dewy complexion.

€64,95
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La Roche-Posay Effaclar K Daily Moisturiser tubeLa Roche-Posay Effaclar K Daily Moisturiser
La Roche-Posay Effaclar K Daily Moisturiser

Ideal for oily skin prone to breakouts, La Roche-Posay Effaclar K Daily Moisturiser gently exfoliates the skin whilst improving the appearance of blackheads and enlarged pores.

€14,95
PharmaClinix Acnex Cream 50mlPharmaClinix Acnex Cream 50ml
PharmaClinix Acnex Cream 50ml

This daily treatment clears existing acne, as well as preventing new breakouts and minimising post-blemish hyperpigmentation.

€19,95

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Hydropeptide 5X Power Peel Daily Resurfacing PadsHydropeptide 5X Power Peel Daily Resurfacing Pads
Hydropeptide 5X Power Peel Daily Resurfacing Pads

Promote a hydrated and smooth skin surface with resurfacing pads containing Glycolic, Lactic and Salicylic Acids to brighten and clarify skin.

€48,95
Medik8 Travel Size Clarifying Foam 40mlMedik8 Travel Size Clarifying Foam 40ml
Medik8 Travel Size Clarifying Foam 40ml

Thoroughly removes dirt, oil, impurities and make-up as well as unclogging pores but without ever drying the skin.

€7,95
COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patches outside their packaging COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch
COSRX Acne Pimple Master Patch

An easy to use hydrocolloid pimple patch that can be used overnight or under makeup to help treat blackheads and whiteheads.

€4,95
Dermalogica Smooth and BrightenDermalogica Smooth and Brighten
Dermalogica Smooth and Brighten

€54,95
ME LINE Home MaskME LINE Home Mask
ME LINE Home Mask

This home use depigmenting mask contains various potent ingredients to enhance depigmenting results with added powerful antioxidant activity.

€62,95
Dermalogica Retinol Clearing OilDermalogica Retinol Clearing Oil
Dermalogica Retinol Clearing Oil

€70,95
Philip Kingsley Density Shampoo
Philip Kingsley Density Shampoo

€23,95
VOTARY Super Seed Nutrient CreamVOTARY Super Seed Nutrient Cream
VOTARY Super Seed Nutrient Cream

Infused with 21 different seed oils including Grapeseed Oil, this nourishing facial cream has been carefully formulated to moisturise and protect dry, sensitive skin and is perfect for prepping skin for make-up.

€51,95
PharmaClinix Lightenex Bright 50mlPharmaClinix Lightenex Bright 50ml
PharmaClinix Lightenex Bright 50ml

New advanced formulation! This treatment inhibits melanin production, treating and preventing hyperpigmentation.

€11,95
Dermatologist Recommended
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Deep Purifying Micro-Peeling Gel 200ml
La Roche-Posay Effaclar Deep Purifying Micro-Peeling Gel 200ml

Oily skin prone to imperfections? Deeply cleanse and unclog pores with La Roche-Posay Effaclar Deep Purifying Micro-Peeling Gel 200ml.

€11,95
Nip+Fab Teen Skin Pad tubNip+Fab Teen Skin Pads
Nip+Fab Teen Skin Pads

€7,95

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