salicylic Acid (Salicylic acid; 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid; 69-72-7; O-hydroxybenzoic acid; 2-Carboxyphenol; O-Carboxyphenol )

This medication is used on the skin to treat common skin and foot (plantar) warts. Salicylic acid helps cause the wart to gradually peel off. This medication is also used to help remove corns and calluses. This product should not be used on the face or on moles, birthmarks, warts with hair growing from them, or genital/anal warts.

Topical salicylic acid is used to help clear and prevent pimples and skin blemishes in people who have acne. Topical salicylic acid is also used to treat skin conditions that involve scaling or overgrowth of skin cells such as psoriasis (a skin disease in which red, scaly patches form on some areas of the body), ichthyoses (inborn conditions that cause skin dryness and scaling), dandruff, corns, calluses, and warts on the hands or feet.

Salicylic acid is an exfoliant ingredient that is chemically similar to aspirin. Like aspirin, salicylic acid can remove redness and inflammation as it opens pores.
Whether salicylic acid successfully exfoliates the skin depends on concentration and pH of the product. Exfoliant products that are too alkaline will not work.

To use the soap:
Work up a lather with the soap, using hot water, and scrub the entire affected area with a washcloth or facial sponge or mitt.
If you are to use this soap in a foot bath, work up rich suds in hot water and soak the feet for 10 to 15 minutes. Then pat dry without rinsing.

Salicylic acid is one of acne's biggest enemies. You grab for a product with it the second you see a zit invading your face. You slather it on a pimple at night and oftentimes in the morning your pimple is dried up and way less noticeable

The Basics: 10 Things to Know About Salicylic Acid:

1.You can thank a tree for it.

2.It’s easy to find.

3.It’s FDA-approved.

4.It’s a multi-tasker.

5.It’s just one part of a complete acne regimen.

6.It works best when used continuously.

7.It’s smart to pair it with a hydrating product.

8.It can cause mild irritation.

9.Pregnant women should consult with a physician before using it.

10.It’s part of what makes Proactiv the acne-fighting powerhouse that’s beloved by so many

Salicylic Acid is a beta hydroxyl acid that exfoliates the skin. This 2% treatment solution helps exfoliate the inside walls of pores to fight the appearance of blemishes and for better visible skin clarity with continued use.