How to Use salicylic acid in a Sentence

salicylic acid

noun
  • It's loaded with salicylic acid to help get rid of bumps fast.
    — Blake Newby, Allure, 14 Oct. 2020
  • Just make sure to get some form of buffing, and pair it with salicylic acid.
    — Adam Hurly, Robb Report, 18 Oct. 2022
  • On the flip side, a phrase like the best salicylic acid products is near the top.
    — Sarah Han, Allure, 27 Jan. 2026
  • For people with very oily skin, look for a face wash that contains salicylic acid.
    — Megan Decker, refinery29.com, 7 Apr. 2020
  • Since salicylic acid can be a bit drying, stick to using this just one or two times a week.
    — Neha Tandon, Glamour, 28 Oct. 2024
  • With over-the-counter products, that means 2% salicylic acid.
    — Alena Hall, Verywell Health, 5 Feb. 2024
  • The top two are retinol, either over-the-counter or prescription, and salicylic acid.
    — Tanya Edwards, Parents, 25 Sep. 2023
  • Use a pore strip first and follow by applying a salicylic acid gel before bed.
    — Dori Price, Good Housekeeping, 1 Dec. 2020
  • The inclusion of salicylic acid makes this a great option for anyone with oily skin too.
    — Kristin Canning, SELF, 27 Nov. 2024
  • Look for over-the-counter body-care products with salicylic acid or glycolic acid, which will help loosen the hairs.
    — Ariana Yaptangco, Glamour, 18 May 2026
  • For all the salicylic acid out there, there are certain ingredients to steer clear of.
    — Sarah Wu, Glamour, 8 Sep. 2020
  • If you are concerned, choose a foundation with salicylic acid which will help treat acne.
    — Elizabeth Berry, Good Housekeeping, 22 June 2023
  • Cleansers with benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid may cleanse your skin and unclog your pores.
    — Gabrielle Kassel, Health, 25 Aug. 2023
  • The active ingredient here is salicylic acid, which fights flakes on the scalp.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 17 May 2022
  • The salicylic acid in this formula will also get down to business on any zits or blackheads.
    — ELLE, 20 May 2022
  • This gel-to-foam cleanser uses salicylic acid to gently break down leftover sweat and remove dead skin to clear clogged pores.
    — Jenn Barthole, Glamour, 17 Jan. 2024
  • The thinking is that the salicylic acid in the aspirin wards off bacteria that can cause disease.
    — Miranda Crowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2025
  • Niacinamide works in a similar way with salicylic acid, which can also be drying to your skin.
    — A.a. Newton, SELF, 8 May 2019
  • There's salicylic acid in the products, which is medicine for zits, basically.
    — Bella Cacciatore, Glamour, 3 Mar. 2022
  • Instead, look for tea tree oil, which offers a deep cleanse of the scalp, or salicylic acid to help break down excess sebum on the scalp.
    — Joseph Deacetis, Forbes, 28 Dec. 2021
  • The formula has a blend of lactic acid and salicylic acid to minimize large pores and help clear up acne.
    — Alanna Martine Kilkeary, Glamour, 25 Mar. 2026
  • Some of the most common ones include pyrithione zinc, salicylic acid, ketoconazole, and coal tar.
    — Anthea Levi, Health.com, 24 Sep. 2021
  • With salicylic acid and natural extracts, you'll be left with a beautiful glow and the softest skin of your life.
    — ELLE, 28 June 2022
  • Try using an over-the-counter salicylic acid or glycolic acid wash to prevent and cure blemishes — is a good pick.
    — Mona Gohara, Good Housekeeping, 7 Dec. 2018
  • Among the most important is a hormone called salicylic acid (SA).
    — Wired, 6 July 2022
  • The salicylic acid does the bulk of the hard exfoliating work in the formula.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 June 2022
  • If showering right away isn't an option, try a cleansing wipe treated with salicylic acid to wipe the sweat off your skin gently.
    — Cristina Mutchler, Verywell Health, 13 Mar. 2025
  • The active formula treats and prevents breakouts with 2% salicylic acid, which deep cleans and tones the pores.
    — Grooming Playbook, The Salt Lake Tribune, 10 Apr. 2022
  • Sanghvi said that patches with benzoyl peroxide or salicylic acid may leave red marks on the skin where the patch was on those with sensitive skin.
    — Rachel Murphy, Verywell Health, 30 May 2023
  • It’s formulated with glycerin, squalane, and salicylic acid, and will provide a dewy finish on the skin.
    — Daley Quinn, Health, 4 May 2023

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