Best Salicylic Acids Updated July 2025

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Best Salicylic Acids
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated July 2025
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10.0

Glycolic Acid 20% Resurfacing Pads for Face & Body with Vitamins B5, C & E, Green Tea, Calendula, Allantoin - Exfoliates Surfac...
Effectiveness
Moisture level
Skin glow
Picked by 158 people this week!
Picked by 158 people this week!

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Glycolic Acid 20% Resurfacing Pads for Face & Body with Vitamins B5, C & E, Green Tea, Calendula, Allantoin - Exfoliates Surfac...
Effectiveness
Moisture level
Skin glow

9.9

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9.9

Naturium The Perfector Salicylic Acid Body Wash, Gentle & Smoothing Cleanser, 16.9 oz
Skin softness
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Skin cleanliness
Skin care
Lather

9.9

2
Naturium The Perfector Salicylic Acid Body Wash, Gentle & Smoothing Cleanser, 16.9 oz
Skin softness
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Skin cleanliness
Skin care
Lather

9.8

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9.8

Obagi CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy Exfoliating BHA Toner - Unclogs Pores with 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment – 5 oz
Effectiveness
Acne prevention
Skin sensitivity
Pore size
Cleanser quality

9.8

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Obagi CLENZIderm M.D. Pore Therapy Exfoliating BHA Toner - Unclogs Pores with 2% Salicylic Acid Acne Treatment – 5 oz
Effectiveness
Acne prevention
Skin sensitivity
Pore size
Cleanser quality

9.6

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9.6

Salicylic Acid 20% Solution, 1 fl oz Glass Dropper, Pure & Simple Serum
Effectiveness
Acne treatment
Skin smoothness

9.6

4
Salicylic Acid 20% Solution, 1 fl oz Glass Dropper, Pure & Simple Serum
Effectiveness
Acne treatment
Skin smoothness

9.5

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9.5

CeraVe Acne Control Gel, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment With Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acids + Niacniamide, Acne Gel Helps Clear Blem...
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Quality

9.5

5
CeraVe Acne Control Gel, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment With Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acids + Niacniamide, Acne Gel Helps Clear Blem...
Effectiveness
Ease of application
Quality

9.4

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9.4

NUVADERMIS Urea Cream 40 Percent for Feet - 40% Urea Foot Repair Lotion - Maximum Strength For Dry Cracked Heels - 2% Salicylic...
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Skin healing
Value for money
Consistency
Heel crack

9.4

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NUVADERMIS Urea Cream 40 Percent for Feet - 40% Urea Foot Repair Lotion - Maximum Strength For Dry Cracked Heels - 2% Salicylic...
Moisturizing
Effectiveness
Skin healing
Value for money
Consistency
Heel crack

9.3

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9.3

CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Formulated With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, & Ceramides, Gentle BHA Exfoliating Face...
Skin care
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Scent
Value for money

9.3

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CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Formulated With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, & Ceramides, Gentle BHA Exfoliating Face...
Skin care
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Scent
Value for money

9.1

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9.1

CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment Formulated With Niacinamide + Ceramides + Oil Absorbing Clay, Gentle ...
Effectiveness
Cleanser quality
Value for money
Scent
Skin softness

9.1

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CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment Formulated With Niacinamide + Ceramides + Oil Absorbing Clay, Gentle ...
Effectiveness
Cleanser quality
Value for money
Scent
Skin softness

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CeraVe Body Wash with Salicylic Acid, Fragrance Free Body Wash to Exfoliate Rough and Bumpy Skin, Allergy Tested, 10 Ounce
Skin care
Skin softness
Value for money
Functionality
Scent
Body wash quality

9.0

9
CeraVe Body Wash with Salicylic Acid, Fragrance Free Body Wash to Exfoliate Rough and Bumpy Skin, Allergy Tested, 10 Ounce
Skin care
Skin softness
Value for money
Functionality
Scent
Body wash quality

8.9

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8.9

QRxLabs Glycolic + Salicylic Acid Acne Control Pads with 10% Ultra Pure Glycolic & 2% Salicylic, Allantoin, Vitamin B5, C & E, ...
Effectiveness
Skin smoothness
Acne prevention

8.9

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QRxLabs Glycolic + Salicylic Acid Acne Control Pads with 10% Ultra Pure Glycolic & 2% Salicylic, Allantoin, Vitamin B5, C & E, ...
Effectiveness
Skin smoothness
Acne prevention

Our Top Choice

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10.0

Glycolic Acid 20% Resurfacing Pads for Face & Body with Vitamins B5, C & E, Green Tea, Calendula, Allantoin - Exfoliates Surfac...
Effectiveness
Moisture level
Skin glow
Picked by 158 people this week!
Picked by 158 people this week!

10.0

1
Glycolic Acid 20% Resurfacing Pads for Face & Body with Vitamins B5, C & E, Green Tea, Calendula, Allantoin - Exfoliates Surfac...
Effectiveness
Moisture level
Skin glow