The Ordinary

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Anhydrous Solution

Promising research
£6.80typical price

Best for: Oily skin that is also easily irritated by water-based acids

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  • 2% salicylic acid in squalane
  • Waterless format

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2% salicylic acid in squalane

Size
30ml
Type
anhydrous serum
Actives
salicylic acid 2%

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Why we picked it

Delivers 2% salicylic acid in a squalane base with no water and no fragrance, which some people find gentler.

Best for

Oily skin that is also easily irritated by water-based acids

Not for

People who dislike an oily-feeling serum

The details that matter.

  • • 2% salicylic acid in squalane
  • • Waterless format
  • • Fragrance-free
  • • 30ml

Specifications

Size
30ml
Type
anhydrous serum
Actives
salicylic acid 2%
Fragrance
none listed
How strong is the research? What our grades mean ›
Strong research
Independent certification or lab data for the specific claim.
Promising research
The material is well supported, but there is no product-level testing.
Early research
Little independent research.
Mixed research
Research findings disagree.
£
Under £20
££
£20 to £79
£££
£80+

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