SALICYLIC ACID

Used in products intended to address seborrhoeic skin or scalp conditions. Adds or changes the product's scent.

Its role in a formula

Sebum-related care

Used in products intended to address seborrhoeic skin or scalp conditions.

Scent

Adds or changes the product's scent.

Surface exfoliation

Helps loosen or remove material at the outer surface of the skin.

Product preservation

Helps stop microorganisms from spoiling the product.

Skin conditioning

Used to help keep skin in good condition.

On the ingredient label

The INCI name is SALICYLIC ACID. Our verified product labels also use: Salicylic Acid.

These functions are listed by COSMILE Europe. A formulation role describes why an ingredient is used; it does not establish a finished product's clinical results or the ingredient's concentration.

Products containing this ingredient

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Sources

COSMILE Europe / Cosmetics Europe: SALICYLIC ACIDChecked 2026-10-05T21:44:44.645953+00:00