Ingredient
Salicylic acid
Worth watching
Some people do better without it. Worth swapping when you can.
What it is
Salicylic acid, a willow-related exfoliant.
Why it’s used
Unclogs, peels gently.
What to know
Skip high leave-on doses in pregnancy unless your clinician says otherwise.
Who should skip
Pregnancy, very dry or broken skin, children.
A gentler swap
A wash-off, or wait.
You’ll see it in
Acne serums, some shampoos.
- Extra care in pregnancy
- Extra care for children