Dupes for Salicylic Acid Cleanser
by The Inkey List · Face cleanser
23 products come close enough to call a dupe, best match first.
How the match is scored
A dupe is always the same kind of product — a serum is only compared with serums. Within that, two things are scored and blended.
Ingredient Match compares the two ingredient lists. Lists are ordered by concentration, so an ingredient near the top counts for more than one near the bottom; a dupe has to cover what matters most in the original. It weighs most of all.
Attribute Match compares what the two products are for: the benefits their ingredients are known for, such as hydrating or acne fighting. Those benefits come from the ingredients, not from tests of either product.
Only products scoring 60% or more are listed, at most 50. A match is about the formula on the label: it can't see concentrations the label doesn't print, texture, or how a product feels on your skin.
Dupe #1
They share 18 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 33).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 269.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #2
They share 13 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 24).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 359.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #3
They share 11 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 249.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #4
They share 10 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 15).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 19.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #5
They share 10 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 22).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #6
The Derma Co
1% Salicylic Acid Gel Face Wash with Salicylic Acid & Witch Hazel64% match
95% Attribute Match · 41% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 329.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #7
They share 8 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 12).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #8
They share 12 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 25).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 42.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #9
The Derma Co
2% Salicylic Acid Gel Face Wash with Salicylic Acid & Witch Hazel63% match
91% Attribute Match · 41% Ingredient Match
They share 11 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 34).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 329.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #10
Neutrogena
Evenly Clear Acne Cleanser with Salicylic Acid63% match
95% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 6 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #11
They share 14 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 54).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 49.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #12
They share 9 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 28).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: JPY 24.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #13
They share 9 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 30).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 69.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #14
Pilgrim
Australian Tea Tree Oil-Balance Gel Face Wash62% match
92% Attribute Match · 39% Ingredient Match
They share 9 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 250.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #15
They share 11 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 48).
Both are
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 20.80 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #16
They share 11 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 30).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: USD 37.00 · checked 8 Oct 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #17
The Derma Co
1% Salicylic Acid Foaming Daily Face Wash with Salicylic Acid61% match
100% Attribute Match · 35% Ingredient Match
They share 8 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 24).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 349.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #18
They share 10 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 99.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #19
The Derma Co
2% Sali-Cinamide Anti-Acne Face Wash with 2% Salicylic Acid & 2% Niacinamide61% match
80% Attribute Match · 42% Ingredient Match
They share 10 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 29).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 699.00 · checked 28 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #20
They share 14 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 60).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution
Dupe #21
They share 11 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 30).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Cruelty-free
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: INR 269.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #22
They share 8 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 16).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Oil-free
- Reef-safe
- Vegan
Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Smoothing
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Antioxidant
- Anti-Pollution
Brand price: JPY 24.00 · checked 26 Sept 2026 · on the brand's site
Compare side by side →Dupe #23
They share 8 of this product's 26 ingredients (the dupe lists 23).
Both are
- Fragrance-free
- Alcohol-free
- Paraben-free
- Silicone-free
- Sulfate-free
- Reef-safe
Compare side by side →Both are likely good for
- Hydrating
- Barrier Repair
- Reduces Irritation
- Redness Reducing
- Smoothing
- Acne Fighting
- Oil Control
- Pore Refining
- Exfoliating
- Anti-Pollution