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Pilgrim
2% Salicylic Acid Anti-Acne Face Serum
A serum built around AHA and Glycolic acid, for hydration and smoothing.
Brand price
INR 400.00 · checked 5 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
From the brand
What the brand says about this product. Our ingredient analysis follows below.
The brand recommends it for
- Oily skin
- Combination skin
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Acne & blemishes
- Dark spots & pigmentation
- Dullness
- Oiliness & shine
How to use
Apply 3-5 drops to clean & dry skin before creams, oils or moisturizers. Spread evenly across the face and neck with your fingertips. Do not massage.
What's inside
Ingredients List
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- AHA
- Glycolic acid
- Anti-Aging
- Brightening
- Dark Spots
- Exfoliating
- Smoothing
- Fatty esters (glyceryl stearate, PEG-100 stearate)
- May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis
Key Ingredients
Hyaluronic acid1
Hyaluronic acid and its salts; a humectant that binds water to the skin.
Benefits
Hydrating10
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Betaine, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxyethyl Urea, Panthenol, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Saccharide Isomerate, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract, Sodium Hyaluronate, Sodium Lactate
Barrier Repair5
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Allantoin, Betaine, Glyceryl Caprylate, Panthenol, Propylene Glycol
Reduces Irritation4
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Allantoin, Panthenol, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Redness Reducing3
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Allantoin, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Smoothing6
Refines rough or uneven texture.
Allantoin, Citric Acid, Glyceryl Caprylate, Glycolic Acid, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Lactate
Oil Control3
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Pore Refining3
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract, Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Exfoliating4
Lifts dead surface cells to smooth texture.
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Explained
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Aqua
Solvent
Butylene Glycol
Fragrance, Humectant, Skin Conditioning, Solvent, Viscosity Controlling
Butane-1,3-diol (CAS No. 107-88-0/ EC No. 203-529-7) (R)-(-)-butane-1,3-diol” (CAS No. 6290-03-5/ EC No. 228-532-0)
Learn more about Butylene Glycol →Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract
Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract is an extract of bark of the Phellodendron, Phellodendron amurense, Rutaceae
Learn more about Phellodendron Amurense Bark Extract →Glycolic Acid
Buffering
Glycolic Acid is an AHA.
Learn more about Glycolic Acid →PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
Cleansing, Emulsifying
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil isn't fungal acne safe.
Learn more about PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil →Salix Alba Bark Extract
Astringent, Hair Conditioning, Skin Conditioning, Soothing, Tonic
Salix Alba Bark Extract is an extract of the bark of the White Willow, Salix alba L., salicaceae
Learn more about Salix Alba Bark Extract →Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract
Skin Conditioning, Tonic
Rehmannia Chinensis Extract is the extract of the roots of Rehmannia chinensis, Scrophulariaceae
Learn more about Rehmannia Chinensis Root Extract →Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract
Skin Conditioning
Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Neem Tree, Melia azadirachta L., Meliaceae
Learn more about Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract →Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract
Astringent, Humectant, Soothing
Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract is an extract of the roots of the Scutellaria baicalensis, Lamiaceae
Learn more about Scutellaria Baicalensis Root Extract →Houttuynia Cordata Extract
Skin Conditioning
Houttuynia Cordata Extract is an extract of the herb, Houttuynia cordata, Saururaceae
Learn more about Houttuynia Cordata Extract →
Dupes
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- Pilgrim 10% Niacinamide Face Serum With 1% Zinc PCA67% match
- Pilgrim Niacinamide & Alpha Arbutin Skin Clarifying Serum65% match
- Pilgrim 15% Vitamin C Face Serum For Advanced Brightness63% match
- Pilgrim Salicylic Acid & Niacinamide Oil Control Serum63% match
- Mamaearth Bye Bye Blemishes* Face Serum with Mulberry and Vitamin C for Even Skin Tone61% match