Exfoliant

Sodium Salicylate

Often labeled as: BHA Salt
"The irritation-free BHA alternative."
๐Ÿฅ Overall Safety: Safe
๐Ÿคฐ Pregnancy: Consult Doctor
๐Ÿ”ฅ Irritation Risk: 0 / 5
๐Ÿ•ณ๏ธ Pore-Clogging: 0 / 5

๐Ÿ”ฌ How It Actually Works

The sodium salt of Salicylic Acid. It provides many of the soothing and pore-clearing benefits of BHA but has a much larger molecular weight, meaning it cannot penetrate deeply enough to burn.

๐Ÿ’– Why Your Skin Loves It

Reduces sebum, mildly exfoliates the surface, and heavily soothes inflammation.

๐Ÿ’ก Pro Tip

Perfect for highly sensitive, Rosacea-prone skin that breaks out from 2% BHA liquids.

๐Ÿงช The Mixology Guide

Skincare is chemistry. Here is how Sodium Salicylate interacts with other active ingredients on your shelf.

โœ… Best Friends (Synergy)
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Centella Asiatica Extract
โš ๏ธ Arch Enemies (Conflict)
Plays well with most ingredients.

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