SkinCeuticals
Cell Cycle Catalyst™ Anti-Aging SerumThe Derma Co
2% Salicylic Acid Serum for Active AcneA serum built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for smoothing and exfoliation.
A serum built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for controlling oil and refining pores.
Brand price
USD 120.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
INR 210.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

AHA3
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.

Benefits

Smoothing5
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Caprylyl Glycol, Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid, Mandelic Acid, Salicylic Acid
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

Ingredients Side-by-side

Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
Skin Conditioning
- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation
Skin Conditioning
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
Glycerin
Denaturant, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Humectant, Oral Care, Perfuming, Humectant, Skin Protecting, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Glycerin may be plant, synthetic or animal depending on the supplier.
Learn more about Glycerin →Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol →Sodium Hydroxide
Buffering, Denaturant
Sodium hydroxide
Learn more about Sodium Hydroxide →Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →
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