Best Salicylic Acids Updated May 2025

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Best Salicylic Acids
2025 Buyer's GuideUpdated May 2025
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10.0

CeraVe Acne Control Gel, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment With Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acids + Niacniamide, Acne Gel Helps Clear Blem...
Effectiveness
Acne reduction
Acne prevention
Ease of application
Picked by 162 people this month!
Picked by 162 people this month!

10.0

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

9.9

2

9.9

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

9.9

2
Glycolic Acid 20% Resurfacing Pads for Face & Body with Vitamins B5, C & E, Green Tea, Calendula, Allantoin - Exfoliates Surfac...
Skin softness
Effectiveness
Moisture level
Skin glow

9.7

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9.7

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

9.7

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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

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

9.6

4
CeraVe Acne Control Cleanser, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment Formulated With Niacinamide + Ceramides + Oil Absorbing Clay, Gentle ...
Skin cleanliness
Effectiveness
Cleanser quality
Value for money

9.5

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9.5

CeraVe Moisturizing Cream with Salicylic Acid, Exfoliating Body Cream with Lactic & Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Ceramides...
Effectiveness
Skin care
Moisturizing
Skin softness
Scent
Cream quality

9.5

5
CeraVe Moisturizing Cream with Salicylic Acid, Exfoliating Body Cream with Lactic & Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, and Ceramides...
Effectiveness
Skin care
Moisturizing
Skin softness
Scent
Cream quality

9.3

6

9.3

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

9.3

6
CeraVe Renewing Salicylic Acid Cleanser, Formulated With Hyaluronic Acid, Niacinamide, & Ceramides, Gentle BHA Exfoliating Face...
Skin protection
Cleanser quality
Effectiveness
Skin softness
Scent
Value for money

9.2

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9.2

Naturium The Perfector Salicylic Acid Body Wash, Gentle & Smoothing Cleanser, 16.9 oz
Skin softness
Moisturizing
Product quality
Body wash quality
Skin protection
Lather

9.2

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Naturium The Perfector Salicylic Acid Body Wash, Gentle & Smoothing Cleanser, 16.9 oz
Skin softness
Moisturizing
Product quality
Body wash quality
Skin protection
Lather

9.1

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9.1

NUVADERMIS Urea Cream 40 Percent for Feet - 40% Urea Foot Repair Lotion - Maximum Strength For Dry Cracked Heels - 2% Salicylic...
Effectiveness
Moisturizing
Cream consistency
Greasiness
Heel crack
Scent

9.1

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NUVADERMIS Urea Cream 40 Percent for Feet - 40% Urea Foot Repair Lotion - Maximum Strength For Dry Cracked Heels - 2% Salicylic...
Effectiveness
Moisturizing
Cream consistency
Greasiness
Heel crack
Scent

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9.0

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

9.0

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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 clarity
Acne prevention
Skin softness

8.8

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8.8

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

8.8

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

Our Top Choice

10.0

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10.0

CeraVe Acne Control Gel, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment With Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acids + Niacniamide, Acne Gel Helps Clear Blem...
Effectiveness
Acne reduction
Acne prevention
Ease of application
Picked by 162 people this month!
Picked by 162 people this month!

10.0

1
CeraVe Acne Control Gel, 2% Salicylic Acid Treatment With Glycolic Acid + Lactic Acids + Niacniamide, Acne Gel Helps Clear Blem...
Effectiveness
Acne reduction
Acne prevention
Ease of application