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Succinic Acid Treatment

Succinic Acid Treatment

Name: Succinic Acid Treatment
Brand: The Inkey List Canada
Price: 20.00 CAD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.3 (723 reviews)

Clincally proven to visibly improve blemishes fast

4.3

Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars

4.3 Stars (723 Reviews)

$20.00 / 15ml

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What you get: A non-drying spot treatment that clears blemishes, reduces inflammation, and unclogs pores—without flaking or irritation.

Why it works: 2% Succinic Acid reduces blemish size and oil. 2% Sulfur unclogs pores and prevents breakouts. 1% Salicylic Acid gently exfoliates. 0.4% Hyaluronic Acid hydrates.

How it feels: Creamy, lightweight and absorbs fast. No pilling or crusting.

When to use: AM or PM as needed. Apply Succinic Acid Treatment to blemishes only.

Suitable for:

All skin types
Sensitive skin
Teenagers
Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Targets:

Breakouts & blemishes
Excess oil
Blackheads

How to Use

On cleansed skin, apply a thin layer to blemishes up to 3x daily. Let dry before layering.

Follow with

Moisturizer.

Finish with SPF in your AM routine.

INKEY Tip

Use this anti blemish cream to target only breakout areas.

Heads up

May have a slight Sulfur scent. If layering actives (AHAs/BHAs, Retinol), use Succinic Acid Treatment separately or on alternate days. When adding new products to your skincare routine, we always recommend patch testing. Learn more here.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place (15–25°C). Keep out of direct sunlight. Avoid eyes. For external use only. Keep out of reach of children.

Key Claims

95%

said blemishes were visibly improved in 12 hours*

91%

said redness appeared reduced in 4 hours*

100%

said it felt gentle on the skin*

*4-week independent consumer trial of 22 people under dermatological control

Ingredients

2% Succinic Acid : Calms and shrinks blemishes while reducing oil.
2% Sulfur Powder : Unclogs pores and prevents future breakouts.
1% Salicylic Acid : Gently exfoliates and clears pores.
0.4% Hyaluronic Acid : Hydrates and supports skin barrier.

Water (Aqua/Eau), Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Glyceryl Stearate SE, Stearic

Acid, Cetearyl Alcohol, Colloidal Sulfur, Glycerin, Succinic Acid, Hydroxyethyl Acrylate/Sodium Acryloyldimethyl Taurate Copolymer, Salicylic Acid, Phenoxyethanol, Squalane, Benzyl Alcohol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Polysorbate 60, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hydroxide, Dehydroacetic Acid, Malachite Extract, Sorbitan Isostearate, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, CI 75810 (Chlorophyllin-Copper

Complex).

FAQs

HOW OFTEN CAN I USE IT? Up to 3x daily on active spots.

CAN I USE IT UNDER MAKEUP? Yes—let it dry completely first.

IS IT ONLY FOR ACTIVE BREAKOUTS? Yes. Use only when needed.

IS IT SUITABLE FOR SENSITIVE SKIN? Yes

CAN I USE IT LONG TERM? Yes, whenever you need to target spots.

CAN I USE IT ON MY BODY? Yes, you can use it anywhere you experience blemishes.

WHAT’S THE PH? 5.0–6.0

WHAT IS THE SMELL? Sulfur is in the formula

WHY IS IT GREEN? The colour is obtained from a natural chlorophyll derived plant pigment.

IS IT VEGAN? Yes - certified by The Vegan Society.

SAFE FOR PREGNANCY & BREASTFEEDING? Yes - it’s pregnancy-safe.

CAN I USE WITH PRESCRIPTION PRODUCTS? Check with your doctor first.

We give a care

Skincare has become complicated. Too many ingredients, too many opinions, and too many products promising everything.

At The INKEY List, we believe you don't need more skincare, you need clarity you can trust. That's why we take the science and make it simple. We help people understand their skin, find the right ingredients, and build routines that deliver real results. Through innovative, science-backed formulas, we make effective skincare accessible to everyone. Because we care about great skincare for everyone.

Clear guidance. Proven ingredients. Real results.

Because at The INKEY List, We Give A Care.

Approved under the Cruelty Free International Leaping Bunny programme.

100% of our packaging is recyclable. Learn how to recycle your INKEY List products.

Certified by The Vegan Society

This product is;

Dermalogically tested

Clinically tested

Gluten-free

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding safe

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