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Salicylic Acid

Moderate

Quick verdict

High concern

Salicylic Acid skin safety dashboard

Salicylic Acid scores 58/100 across 2 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

4/5

High pore-clogging risk signal for acne-prone skin.

Fungal acne concern

Review

Review the full formula before using on Malassezia-prone skin.

Pregnancy concern

Review

Ask a clinician before using during pregnancy or nursing.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone, Oily, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Salicylic Acid and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Salicylic Acid. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Salicylic Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Salicylic Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Salicylic Acid?

Moderate

Salicylic Acid currently scores 58/100, which places it in a moderate-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Salicylic Acid safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Salicylic Acid a safety score of 58/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Salicylic Acid?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Salicylic Acid, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: MediumLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
2 products analyzed containing Salicylic AcidAnalyze a new product

Found in 2 Products

Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner - contains Salicylic Acid
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Biologique Recherche Lotion P50 Exfoliating Toner

medium

An oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid that deeply cleanses pores and treats acne-prone skin.

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Neutrogena deep clean facewah

medium

A beneficial BHA that penetrates pores to exfoliate and treat acne, though it may cause dryness.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Salicylic Acid and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Salicylic Acid. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 2 products in our database, Salicylic Acid appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Salicylic Acid clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Salicylic Acid has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 2 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Salicylic Acid?
Salicylic Acid currently scores 58/100, which places it in a moderate-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Salicylic Acid safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Salicylic Acid a safety score of 58/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Salicylic Acid?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Salicylic Acid, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.