Anyone who knows anything about skincare is probably well aware of the ingredient salicylic acid and the benefits it can offer your face. Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid and is well-known for reducing acne by exfoliating the skin and keeping pores clear. More and more, we’re now seeing products containing this seemingly miracle ingredient which are not just for the face but for your body too. To show you what’s on offer, we’ve curated a list of five of our favourite salicylic-containing body products:
Evolve Organic Beauty Rainforest Rescue Blemish Serum
This powerful serum from Evolve Organic Beauty is packed with salicylic acid and is designed to be used on blemish prone and congested skin, leaving skin clearer and helping to protect skin from future breakouts. It contains willow bark, a natural source of salicylic acid, which helps to boost cell turnover and exfoliate without irritation, for a smooth and healthy looking complexion and can be used on any area of your body where breakouts are a concern.
Medik8 Smooth Body Exfoliating Kit
This kit from Medik8 contains three products which instantly revitalise rough, dry or bumpy skin. Featuring both AHAs and BHAs, this powerful yet gentle trio work to smooth over visible, raised skin bumps caused by a common skin condition called keratosis pilaris. The Smooth Body Lotion uses a powerful trio of chemical exfoliators; high strength urea, lactic acid and salicylic acid to loosen pore blockages while the lotion’s moisturising qualities are boosted by its ultra nourishment complex.
Lycon Ingrown X-It Solution
Ingrown hairs are a problem for a huge number of people and using a chemical exfoliator can help to prevent them altogether. Lycon Ingrown X-It Solution is a break through spray formula for the face and body. It mildly exfoliates, decongests and helps minimise the appearance and discomfort of ingrown hairs. At the same time, it soothes angry looking red spots and moisturises, making it the perfect product for keeping your ingrown hairs under control.
Murad Clarifying Body Spray
This body spray from Murad has been specifically designed to tackle acne and blemishes on the body and contains ingredients which can help to prevent them altogether. Salicylic acid helps clear up blemishes as glycolic acid helps clear away pore-clogging debris. Allantoin and blue lotus extract help soothe irritation for healthier-looking skin. It even features a 360° continuous spray that makes application easy, even in hard to reach areas.
Maskology Foot Mask Professional Foot Treatment Booties
Unless you’re truly blessed, the vast majority of us suffer from some degree of hard skin on our feet, and salicylic acid can be a great ally against it. Maskology Foot Mask Professional Foot Treatment Booties are the answer to dry or rough feet as they contain salicylic acid which will then target dead skin cells to dissolve debris and leave the feet feeling refreshed and smooth. These booties also offer removable toe tips, making them perfect for use during a pedicure!