Ingredient Compatibility with Salicylic Acid

Salicylic Acid is a star ingredient on its own thanks to its exfoliating properties – but you may wonder what other ingredients it works well with. For example, how does a combination of Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid benefit skin?

Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid

As an AHA (Alpha Hydroxy Acid) Glycolic Acid regularly used for its exfoliating and clarifying benefits. It can even help to improve the appearance of skin tone, texture and radiance. You will often find the two ingredients together in a variety of different exfoliating products.

Salicylic Acid and Hyaluronic Acid

As Salicylic Acid works to exfoliate and is typically associated with products designed to help unclog pores and manage mild to moderate breakouts Hyaluronic Acid serves a different purpose – although it may have acid in its name but it’s unlike its exfoliating Salicylic Acid and Glycolic Acid counterparts. Known for its hydration benefits Hyaluronic Acid can help improve skin hydration , reduce the look of fine lines and improve skin elasticity.

Salicylic Acid and Vitamin C

Vitamin C isn’t the most stable ingredient so it sometimes doesn’t play well with acids –however you can find a combination of both Salicylic Acid and Vitamin C.

Source: L'Oréal