Cica + 2% Salicylic Acid Serum for Acne

Brand price

INR 550.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site

From the brand

What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.

Key Ingredients

• PHA1

  Polyhydroxy acids — larger and milder than AHAs.

  Gluconolactone

• Zinc salt (sebum/soothing)1

  Zinc salts, used for sebum control and soothing.

  Zinc PCA

• Centella asiatica (Cica)1

  Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.

  Centella Asiatica Extract

• Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)1

  Tannin-bearing astringents such as witch hazel.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract

• AHA1

  Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.

  Citric Acid

• BHA1

  Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.

  Salicylic Acid

• Salicylic acid1

  The BHA used in acne treatment.

  Salicylic Acid

• Hyaluronic acid1

  Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.

  Sodium Hyaluronate

• Niacinamide1

  Vitamin B3 — supports the barrier and evens tone.

  Niacinamide

Benefits

• Hydrating7

  Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.

  Butylene Glycol, Ethoxydiglycol, Gluconolactone, Propanediol, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Zinc PCA

• Barrier Repair5

  Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.

  Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cholesterol, Laminaria Digitata Extract, Niacinamide

• Reduces Irritation6

  Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.

  Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA

• Redness Reducing5

  Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.

  Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Niacinamide, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Smoothing6

  Refines rough or uneven texture.

  Allantoin, Centella Asiatica Extract, Cholesterol, Citric Acid, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid

• Brightening1

  Restores radiance to dull, tired skin.

  Niacinamide

• Dark Spots1

  Fades dark spots for a more even tone.

  Niacinamide

• Even Tone1

  Evens out patchy or uneven colour.

  Niacinamide

• Acne Fighting3

  Helps clear breakouts and keep pores clear.

  Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Zinc PCA

• Oil Control6

  Reduces shine and excess sebum.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Zinc PCA

• Pore Refining5

  Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.

  Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract

• Exfoliating3

  Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.

  Citric Acid, Gluconolactone, Salicylic Acid

• Anti-Pollution2

  Helps defend against airborne pollutants.

  Allantoin, Laminaria Digitata Extract

Concerns

• May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis8

  May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.

  C18-22 Hydroxyalkyl Hydroxypropyl Guar, Ceramide 1, Ceramide 2, Ceramide 3, Ceramide 4, Ceramide 6 Ii, Cetyl-Pg Hydroxyethyl Palmitamide, Hydrogenated Lecithin

Dupes

• Dot & Key Cica + 10% Niacinamide Face Serum for Oily Skin74% match
• Dot & Key 10% Vitamin C + E Face Serum with 5% Niacinamide71% match
• Dot & Key Watermelon & 10% Glycolic Serum71% match
• Pilgrim 2% Salicylic Acid Anti-Acne Face Serum70% match
• Dot & Key Hyaluronic & Ceramides Hydrating Face Serum67% match
• Pilgrim 10% Niacinamide Face Serum With 1% Zinc PCA65% match