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The Derma Co
2% Salicylic Acid Face Serum for Active Acne
A serum built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for hydration and controlling oil.
Brand price
INR 549.00 · 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
- Dry skin
- Oily skin
- Combination skin
- Normal skin
- Sensitive skin
- Acne & blemishes
- Large pores
How to use
Step 1 Apply 3-5 drops of serum on the entire face and neck Step 2 Massage gently until the serum gets absorbed Step 3 During the day, follow it up with a broad-spectrum sunscreen
Caution
We at The Derma Co. take skincare seriously. To us, solving problems remains the primary goal. We want to ensure each one of you that our products are dermatologist-approved and highly effective. Steps for Patch Testing:- 1. Clean a patch of skin on the upper forearm and apply a small amount of the product 2. Wait for 15-20 minutes or a maximum of 30 minutes 3. If any itching, redness, burning, blistering or irritation is observed, wash the area, and do not use the product Please Note: A patch test is only for determining early irritation reaction to product(s) and does not promise similar results when applied to other areas(s) of the body, including the face or after regular use. A patch test does not account for any underlying conditions and should not be used for the diagnosis of hypersensitivity or allergic contact dermatitis.
What's inside
Ingredients List
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- Astringent (witch hazel / tannin)
- Oil Control
- Reduces Irritation
Key Ingredients
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
Hydrating5
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ethoxydiglycol, Glycerin, Propanediol, Propylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate
Reduces Irritation2
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Oil Control3
Reduces shine and excess sebum.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract
Pore Refining3
Makes pores look smaller and cleaner.
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract, Salicylic Acid, Salix Alba Bark Extract
Concerns
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis1
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Ingredients Explained
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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 →Methylpropanediol
Solvent
2-Methyl-1,3-propanediol
Learn more about Methylpropanediol →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 →Hamamelis Virginiana Extract
Anti-sebum, Astringent, Skin Conditioning
Hamamelis Virginiana Extract is an astringent.
Learn more about Hamamelis Virginiana Extract →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 →Sodium Hyaluronate
Humectant, Skin Conditioning
Sodium Hyaluronate is a hyaluronic acid.
Learn more about Sodium Hyaluronate →
Dupes
- The Derma Co Sali-Cinamide Anti-Acne Serum with 2% Salicylic Acid & 5% Niacinamide84% match
- The Derma Co 2% Salicylic Acid Serum for Active Acne76% match
- Minimalist Salicylic Acid 2% Face Serum73% match
- The Derma Co 10% Vitamin C Face Serum with 5% Niacinamide & Hyaluronic Acid72% match
- The Derma Co 10% Niacinamide Face Serum with 2% Zinc PCA70% match
- The Derma Co Nia-Zelaic Oil Control Face Serum69% match