The Derma Co
2% Salicylic Acid Face Serum for Active AcneA serum built around Niacinamide and BHA, for hydration and barrier repair.
A serum built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and controlling oil.
Brand price
INR 599.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · brand's site
Brand price
INR 549.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · brand's site

At a Glance

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Key Ingredients

Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1
Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

Benefits

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Methyl Gluceth-20, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair4
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Glycerin, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Niacinamide, Propylene Glycol
Smoothing4
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Citric Acid, Hordeum Vulgare Extract, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid
Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

Concerns

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

Ingredients Side-by-side

Smoothing
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- Niacinamide
- Acne Fighting
- Barrier Repair
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Even Tone
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Redness Reducing
Salicylic Acid (in both products)
Preservative
- BHA
- Salicylic acid
- Acne Fighting
- Exfoliating
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
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
Propanediol
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Propanediol is the organic compound that conforms to the formula
Learn more about Propanediol →Ethoxydiglycol
Humectant, Perfuming, Solvent
2-(2-Ethoxyethoxy)ethanol; Carbitol; Diethylene glycol monoethyl ether; DEGEE
Learn more about Ethoxydiglycol →Salicylic Acid
Anti-seborrheic, Fragrance, Hair Conditioning, Keratolytic, Preservative, Skin Conditioning
Salicylic Acid is a BHA.
Learn more about Salicylic Acid →Dimethyl Isosorbide
Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
1,4:3,6-Dianhydro-2,5-di-O-methyl-D-glucitol
Learn more about Dimethyl Isosorbide →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 →Pentylene Glycol
Skin Conditioning, Solvent
1,2-Dihydroxypentane
Learn more about Pentylene Glycol →Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Learn more about Methylpropanediol →Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate →PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing, Emulsifying
PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-40 Hydrogenated Castor Oil →
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