Summer is almost here, and it's time to relax and enjoy the sunshine, but your skin does not agree. The build-up of sweat and oils on your skin begins to clog your pores, and blemishes start to appear - definitely NOT the summer glow you were hoping for. Say goodbye to acne and oily skin and say hello to your new bff, salicylic acid. Salicylic acid is an anti-acne and soothing ingredient used in various skincare. This article will explain all the benefits and products we carry, so your skin will thank you. Salicylic acid is good for your skin but also your scalp, as it cleans your scalp of dead skin particles, reduces build up of oils, and gets rid of dandruff.
What is it?
Salicylic acid is a colorless organic compound that is an FDA-approved skin care ingredient used for topical acne treatments. Also known as BHA, works as an anti-acne and soothing ingredient for the skin. It exfoliates the skin surface and pores to get a deep clean. Salicylic acid is commonly found in many over-the-counter (OTC) products and is also available in prescription-strength formulas. Salicylic acid is Latin for willow tree, as it originates from the bark of willow trees, and it also occurs as the free or its esters in various plant species.
Now you may be wondering how it works? When your skin gets clogged with dead skin cells and oils, blemishes (blackheads, pimples, and white heads) will begin to appear. When the area is targeted with salicylic acid, it begins dissolving the impurities in your pores. Now, using products with salicylic acid does not show immediate results, and it can take up to several weeks for you to see results. If you are someone who has naturally dry skin, we recommend avoiding products with salicylic acid, as it can cause dry irritation to your skin. As previously mentioned, salicylic acid works best with oily skin, and it is common to use products with salicylic acids one to three times a day. This time frame is subject to change based on personal preference and doctor or dermatologists recommendation.
According to Mayo Clinic, a non profit American academic medical research center, every product containing salicylic acid has a specific percentage of salicylic acid, which determines how often the product should be used. Below is a chart which describes the dosing amount you should be using to allow your skin to remain happy and healthy.
|
Form |
Helps with |
Percentage |
Application |
|
Gel |
Acné Psoriasis |
0.5% - 5% 5% |
once a day for gels |
|
Lotion |
Acné |
1% - 2% |
1 - 3 times per day |
|
Ointment |
Acné Psoriasis |
3% - 6% 3% - 10% |
as needed for ointments |
|
Pads |
Acné |
0.5% - 5% |
1 - 3 times per day |
|
Soap |
Acné |
0.5% - 5% |
as needed |
|
Solution |
Acné |
0.5% - 2% |
1 - 2 times per day |
What are the benefits?
The benefits of salicylic acid are extensive - in a good way! Salicylic acid helps clean any excess oil from pores, which is amazing for people who suffer from oily skin. It helps prevent future acne, as it keeps your pores clean and healthy from oils. Clean pores allow for fewer impurities to seep through your skin and allow for a fresh complexion. Additionally, cleaning reduces the risk of acne scars and reduces the size of your pores. This type of acid also helps weaken acne bacteria, which is great for acne and blemishes. By weakening the acne bacteria, there is less risk of blackheads forming.
It exfoliates your dead skin cells to help unclog pores. Exfoliation is amazing for your skin as it buffs away dead skin cells allowing for your silky smooth skin to shine. Your skin naturally sheds dead skin cells every month, which is another reason to be buffing your skin. It soothes inflammation, which is good for acne and psoriasis. Reducing inflammation is essential as it cools the irritated skin to help grow and regain its strength. Lastly it helps remove dark spots over time. Dark spots are the result of the overproduction/ collection of melanin which is a skin pigmentation that makes the skin darker. People with dark spots should not be concerned, and there is no immediate need for treatment.
Products we sell containing salicylic acid
Peri Banu
Peri Banu is a vegetable squalene-based moisturizer for dehydrated skin that provides a continuous supply of moisture during the day or night. 97.03% of the ingredients are of natural origin. You will like it because it is rich in super moisturizing active ingredients such as squalene, soybean oil, corn germ oil, sweet almond oil, or hyaluronic acid. It is formulated with Edelweiss, a strong antioxidant that contains natural metabolites that protect against UV rays and help fight free radicals produced by metabolism and pollutants. Edelweiss protects the skin from external influences, stimulating cell regeneration. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use it: Place a small amount on fingertips, gently massage over face and neck. Use it in the morning and at night.
Rose’s Smile
Rose's Smile is a supernatural, fragrance-free moisturizer that combines gentle plant oils, antioxidants, and skin-replenishing ingredients to calm and soothe dry, ultra-sensitive, reddened skin. 98% of the ingredients in Rose's Smile are of natural origin. You will like it because its formula is rich in soothing active ingredients such as Damascus rose flower water, linden, mint, calendula, chamomile, and hypericum. It contains super moisturizing ingredients such as soybean oil, corn oil, or sweet almond oil. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use it: Apply a small amount to fingertips, gently massage over face and neck. Use it in the morning and at night.
Sandalwood Merchant
Enzymatic peeling is a gentle, regular and safe exfoliation that is carried out from the first layers of the epidermis. Sandalwood Merchant Enzyme Exfoliator is an enzyme exfoliant with pineapple (bromelain) and papaya (papain) enzymes and sandalwood essential oil to exfoliate the skin in a controlled manner.
As it is an exfoliation that is carried out from the inside, there is no need to work on the peeling. So, although it is ideal for all skin types, it is the most recommended for sensitive and acne-prone skin, where we do not mobilize the area. 93.20% of the ingredients are of natural origin. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use it: Apply a coat of The Sandalwood Merchant and leave for 10-15 minutes. After this exposure time, remove the product with water. Use once or twice a week.
Sandstorm
Sandstorm is an argan oil-based face cream packed with super hydrating ingredients like hyadisin, cucumber, and oligo-molecular hyaluronic acid that will help maintain a healthy lipid layer and lock in moisture. 98.03% of the ingredients are of natural origin. You will like it because it is rich in super moisturizing active ingredients, such as babassu oil, argan oil, soybean oil, or hyaluronic acid. Formulated with Royal Jelly, it provides lipids and vitamins to your skin, leaving it softer and more elastic. In addition, Royal Jelly has antioxidant and regenerative properties that make it ideal for anti-aging and skin aging treatments. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use it: Apply a small amount to fingertips, gently massage over face and neck. Use it in the morning and at night.
The Genie
The Genie is a moisturizing face cream formulated to soothe and help restore oily and/or acne-prone skin. This treatment will help reduce pilosebaceous secretion, end dryness, irritation, and flaking. The Genie acts as a great purifying rebalancing agent. 89% of the ingredients in The Genie are of natural origin. You will like it because it contains Zinc PCA. Pyrrolidone carboxylic acid is a powerful bactericide that helps control acne and decrease sebum secretion while helping the skin retain its moisture. Formulated with allantoin, a cosmetic ingredient with great healing and moisturizing properties on the skin, allantoin helps eliminate dead cells and accelerate the growth of healthy tissue, as well as stimulate the formation of collagen and elastin.
Its formula is rich in soothing active ingredients such as Damascus rose flower water, linden, mint, calendula, chamomile and hypericum. It contains antioxidants and bactericidal ingredients such as red clover, clove oil, rosehip oil or yarrow. Contains Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Salicylic Acid to unify skin tone, improve firmness, prevent photoaging and work on skin irregularities. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use it: Apply the necessary amount in the palm of the hand and massage the face and neck. Use it in the morning and at night.
Wonderful Lamp
Wonderful Lamp is an eye cream for a boost of freshness and radiance that reduces visible signs of aging, reduces puffiness and dark circles, and leaves skin looking brighter around the eye area. 98.08% of the ingredients in the Wonderful Lamp eye contour area are of natural origin. You will like it because It contains black cumin oil, a plant native to ancient Egypt with anti-inflammatory and antibacterial cosmetic properties to protect the skin from free radicals by preventing premature aging. It is rich in super moisturizing active ingredients, such as Babassu oil, argan oil or soybean oil.
It is formulated with Acmella oleracea, an effective agent on expression lines. Acmella oleracea has antioxidant, vasodilator and antimicrobial activities.High content of green grapes and red grapes. Grapes are rich in polyphenols, substances that protect the elastin and collagen of the skin, providing elasticity and firmness. Additionally it is dermatologically tested, toxic-free, animal cruelty-free. How to use: Apply a small amount to fingertips, gently massage over face and neck. Use it in the morning and at night.
This summer, salicylic acid is going to become your new best friend! It is completely natural to have oily skin as there are some oils your skin produces which are healthy. If a product says "contains salicylic acid" you'll know right away if this product will benefit you as you will become an expert in all things salicylic acid. Take care of your skin this summer, and take comfort in knowing you have a solution for all your oily and acne prone skin needs!