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Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml

Daily blemish-busting & oil reducing face wash

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 Stars (1,273 Reviews)
$20.00 / 150ml

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What you get: Bestselling daily salicylic acid face wash for blemish-prone, oily and combination skin. Visibly reduces breakouts, blackheads and excess oil.

Why it works: 2% Salicylic Acid exfoliates inside pores to unclog and reduce breakouts. Zinc helps control oil. Allantoin soothes and calms skin.

How it feels: Lightweight gel texture. Skin feels clean, fresh and balanced - never tight or stripped.

When to use: AM and PM. Gently massage onto damp skin, then rinse. Perfect as your second cleanser in a double cleanse routine.

Suitable for:

  • Oily skin
  • Normal skin
  • Combination skin
  • Teenagers
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Targets:

  • Breakouts & blemishes
  • Blackheads
  • Excess oil

Awards & Features

  • Glamour Award
  • Vogue
  • Grazia

Salicylic Acid: The Science Behind Clearer, Blemish-Free Skin

Salicylic Acid has been skincare's gold-standard BHA for decades - and for good reason. This oil-soluble active penetrates deep into pores to tackle blemishes, blackheads and excess oil at the source - without disrupting your skin's natural balance.

Trusted by dermatologists and now made accessible by us, Salicylic Acid is at the heart of our daily face wash range, helping you target blemish-prone skin and what's developing beneath the surface.

Powered by 2% Salicylic Acid plus soothing Zinc and Allantoin, our daily cleanser helps reduce breakouts, controls oil and calms skin - all without disrupting your skin's natural rhythm. Clearer, blemish-free skin starts here - and stays here.

  • Helps reduce blemish-causing bacteria

  • Helps control & balance excess oil without stripping

  • Helps prevent future breakouts and unclogs pores

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  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml

    "An amazing product! I struggled with hormonal and fungal acne for years and this is the only product that really changed how I feel about my skin."

    Safa

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    'I’ve always found it hard to find a routine to manage my dry but acne prone skin. These products helped reduce my inflammation, whilst also keeping my skin really hydrated and glowing.' @ charlotterowe26

    Charlotte

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    "Omg, couldn’t recommend enough. I’ve been using this cleanser along with the hyaluronic acid serum and omega water cream for well over a year and it’s changed my life. Honestly, the best cleanser I ever tried, it massively cleared up my skin making it look so much healthier."

    Courtney

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml

     Callie has used INKEY products for 2 years.

    Callie

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml

    “Now after almost 4 months, my skin has started to feel good. I am free of active acne. Not to mention I had stubborn acne vulgaris. The INKEY List’s products helped me to get rid of stubborn active acne. Salicylic Acid Cleanser helped me majorly.” 

    Shefana

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml

    "They are working!! I am very happy with the results with INKEY". Samantha has been using Salicylic Acid Cleanser and Succinic Acid Treatment for 4 weeks.

    Samantha

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    Evan is a loyal INKEY customer who uses Salicylic Acid Cleanser with Glucoside Serum and Beta Hydroxy Acid in his skincare routine.

    Evan

  • Before and after showing results of Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    “Hello INKEY List my name is Aisha, and I love love your brand. I just want to know what the hell is in your Tranexamic acid serum” Aisha has been using Salicylic Acid Cleanser and Tranexamic Acid Serum.

    Aisha

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
Based on 1,273 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this cleanser leaves their skin feeling smooth, soft, and deeply cleansed without excessive dryness. Many appreciate its effectiveness for breakout-prone and oily skin, noting reduced blemishes and blackheads. Users find it gentle enough for daily use and sensitive skin, with a little product going a long way. Common feedback highlights its ability to remove makeup well and balance oil production. Some mention the scent is faint and chemical-like, while one user reported adverse reactions after ingredient changes. The travel-sized option and value for money are frequently praised.
1,273 reviews
  • Misbah S.
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    The perfect travel size so that I can continue my routine!

  • Misbah S.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    I really love this cleanser

  • mis b.
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    The cleaner at the start caused more breakout but I used the guide and it is okay to have it in start and really it lasted for few weeks and then the cleansers started to work. My skin is much better but I still have some hormonal breakouts.