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2% BHA Exfoliating Toner PadsMinimalist
AHA BHA 10% Face ExfoliatorA chemical exfoliant built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for controlling oil and refining pores.
A chemical exfoliant built around AHA and Lactic acid, for smoothing and hydration.
Brand price
USD 16.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
INR 539.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

AHA3
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

Benefits

Hydrating4
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Lecithin, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid

Concerns

May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Cleansing
0 / 0
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- Polysorbates (Tween emulsifiers)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Camellia Oleifera Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Skin Conditioning
- Vitamin C
- Vitamin C derivative (stable)
- Antioxidant
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Aqua
Solvent
Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Learn more about Methylpropanediol →Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide →
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