glycolic acid + salicylic acid

Glycolic acid + salicylic acid is a topical combination of two exfoliating agents commonly used in dermatology for the treatment of mild to moderate acne, rosacea, folliculitis, keratosis pilaris, and other skin conditions characterized by clogged pores or uneven texture. Glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that works on the surface of the skin to dissolve dead skin cells and promote gentle exfoliation. Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that penetrates deep into pores to remove sebum and debris while also providing anti-inflammatory effects. Together, this combination offers both surface-level and pore-deep exfoliation for improved skin clarity and texture. Clinical studies have shown significant improvement in acne lesions with this combination compared to standard treatments[1][2][4][9]. The mechanism involves desquamation (shedding) of corneocytes by glycolic acid and comedolytic action by salicylic acid.

Other names

glycolic and salicylic acid combinationglycolic-salicylic acid serumglycolic and salicylic acid solution