How To Take Better Care of Your Skin
Both glycolic and salicylic acids can have a transformative effect on the skin but serve different purposes and cater to various needs. Glycolic acid, an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), exfoliates the skin’s surface, while salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA), penetrates deeper to unclog pores and reduce inflammation. In addition, salicylic … Read more
Salicylic acid is an ingredient we turn to when dealing with acne, dandruff, texture, and other skin concerns. Found in many topical products in up to 2% concentrations, it’s an effective ingredient with anti-inflammatory and comedolytic (pore unclogging) benefits. But is this ingredient safe for breastfeeding women? The good news … Read more
Excellent for acne, redness, and inflammation, salicylic acid has led many people’s acne healing journeys. This remarkable acid is gentle and efficient and can be found in skincare products like cleansers, toners, and serums. But did you know there are certain ingredients salicylic acid should never be mixed with? Although … Read more
Glycolic and salicylic acid are two of the most popular active ingredients in skincare products. Both acids are known for their ability to exfoliate the skin and unclog pores. And while both acids can help reduce the appearance of closed comedones, which one you choose to use depends on your … Read more
While Differin shouldn’t be used with salicylic acid at the same time, you can use them in separate routines to address inflammatory skin conditions such as acne. I typically recommend sticking to Differin because it’s a more effective acne treatment, but some people may find that using both products leads … Read more
Niacinamide and salicylic acid are one of the best skincare combination that can help improve issues such as excessive oiliness, inflammation, and acne, as well as some mild hyperpigmentation; therefore, yes, you can totally mix them together and use them in the same skincare routine multiple times a week. However, … Read more
Salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide can be used in the same skincare routine to improve the appearance of inflammatory skin conditions such as acne. However, although compatible, salicylic acid and benzoyl peroxide are two ingredients that often raise doubts about whether they can be safely combined. While the answer is … Read more
There are so many ingredients in skincare products that can be mixed together to target certain skin concerns and maximize skin benefits. However, if there is one combination that should never be introduced to the skin, it has to be the one we will talk about today. So, to answer … Read more
Salicylic acid is my favorite ingredient in skincare products and one ingredient I know I can never go wrong with, no matter the size of my pimple or the severity of my breakouts. Besides this, salicylic acid has a longstanding history of scientific data to back its effectiveness, especially when … Read more