Porefectly Clear 2% BHA Serum

2% Salicylic Acid BHA Serum: A light gel exfoliant with 2% Salicylic acid (aka BHA) and Sarcosine to unclog pores and improve combination skin-related problems such as blackheads and oiliness.

WHY IT’S SPECIAL

Salicylic acid is a well-known oil-soluble acid that is the gold standard in treating blackheads and enlarged pores. This exfoliating superstar can unclog pores and balance blackhead-prone, oily skin by working inside the pores to clear out dead skin cells that clog them. Sarcosine joins forces with BHA to further improve combination skin-related problems such as excess oil production.

Skin concerns – blackheads, enlarged pores, oiliness

Suitable for – combination, oily skin

Texture – thin gel consistency

pH Level – 3.5-3.9

HOW TO USE

• Use once a day or every other day in the AM or PM.

• After cleansing, apply a few drops to the face before other serums and creams.

• Follow with other steps in your routine.

GOOD TO KNOW

• Shelf-life: 2 years from production (unopened), 8 months PAO (period after opening)

• Porefectly Clear is cruelty-free, vegan, fragrance & essential oil free, gluten free, fungal-acne safe, and pregnancy safe.

• Should persistent irritation occur, stop use immediately and consult your local physician.

• Store in a cool dry place away from direct sunlight.

• Keep out of reach from children.

Check our FAQ page for more information on product use and patch testing.

INGREDIENTS

Key Ingredients:

✴︎ Salicylic acid aka BHA (2%): An oil-soluble exfoliating superstar that can unclog pores and balance blackhead-prone, oily skin. It is also known to have anti-inflammatory properties.

✴︎ Sarcosine: An amino-acid derived ingredient that works as a so called 5α-reductase inhibitor helping to normalise oil-production and pore size.

✴︎ Allantoin: A classic skincare ingredient known for its skin soothing and skin protecting abilities.

Full Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Pentylene Glycol, Dipropylene Glycol, Methyl Gluceth-20, Salicylic Acid, Butylene Glycol, Sarcosine, Allantoin, Sodium Hydroxide, Xanthan Gum, Disodium EDTA Please note that from time to time, products are innovated without notice. For the most accurate information please consult the product box. If you spot an error, please let us know! We will update this ingredients list as soon as possible.

Research:

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Bashir, S. J., et al. "Cutaneous bioassay of salicylic acid as a keratolytic." International journal of pharmaceutics 292.1-2 (2005): 187-194.

Kornhauser, Andrija, et al. "The effects of topically applied glycolic acid and salicylic acid on ultraviolet radiation-induced erythema, DNA damage and sunburn cell formation in human skin." Journal of dermatological science 55.1 (2009): 10-17.