Salicylic Acid Powder

Salicylic Acid

Meet the versatile benefits of Salicylic Acid for DIY skincare. Whether you're new to creating your own skincare products or a seasoned pro, Salicylic Acid is a powerful tool in your arsenal. Known for its ability to gently exfoliate the skin, it can help you achieve products for a smoother, clearer complexion.

Salicylic Acid also known as BHA (beta hydroxy acid) may help to exfoliate the skin and decongest pores, smooth textural irregularities, and uneven skin tone by penetrating the pores, breaking down excess oil and dead skin cells.

When using Salicylic Acid, it’s important to be mindful of your skin’s sensitivity. Start with a lower concentration and gradually increase it as your skin adjusts. Always follow up with sunscreen during the day, as Salicylic Acid can make your skin more sensitive to the sun.

At Wholistic Body Treats, we offer high-quality Salicylic Acid that’s perfect for all your DIY skincare creations. Our product is carefully sourced and tested to ensure it meets the highest standards, so you can feel confident in what you're using on your skin.

Note: Always patch-test new ingredients on a small area of skin and consult with a dermatologist if you have any concerns.

Typical use level 0.5-3%. Most often, it is added to the water phase of formulas but it is only slightly soluble in water. If used at concentrations higher than 2%, octyldodecanol or propylene glycol should be used as a solvent. Salicylic acid can be added in powder form to a finished cream or lotion without dissolving it first in water or a solvent.

Salicylic Acid is a restricted active ingredient with a maximum usage rate of 2% in leave-on products and 3% in rinse-off products such as shampoos.

Properties:

• Ability to cause skin cells to slough off
• Helps to facilitate new skin cell growth
• Help unclog pores

Recommended concentration For Cosmetic Applications:

• Leave on product and rinse off skin care product: 0.05 – 2.0%
• Rinse off hair care product: 0.1 – 3.0%

Special instructions

• Always measure the pH value of your formulation after adding salicylic acid, as salicylic acid can significantly lower the pH of your formula. A pH lower than 3.5 should be avoided as skin irritations can occur.
• Always wear gloves, eye protection, and a mask when working with salicylic acid.

SAFE WORKING: Eye protection should be worn when using this material as it is an eye irritant. If the eyes are splashed they should be rinsed with plenty of water to dilute the impact of the acid. Avoid breathing in the vapours as they can also be irritating to mucous membranes, we do advise using this in a well-ventilated space. The material is also corrosive so please avoid direct contact with the skin and again, if splashed, rinse well with water.

Prior to use: Customers should always refer to the Material Safety Data Sheet / Specification Sheet OR the ingredients label as affixed to each product which is current at the time of supply of the product.

The information provided is for educational purposes only. Individuals receiving this information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose or use.

Wholistic Body Treats shall not be responsible for any damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information