The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque 100ml

Deep-Cleansing Care for Congested & Blemish-Prone Skin

Give your skin a targeted weekly clarifying treatment with The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque.

This exfoliating facial masque combines 2% Salicylic Acid with charcoal and clay to help address the appearance of congestion, dullness and textural irregularities. The formula is designed to leave skin feeling clean, refreshed and smoother-looking.

2% Salicylic Acid BHA

Salicylic Acid is a lipophilic beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps target pore congestion. In this masque, it works to exfoliate dead skin cells and excess oil, helping promote a smoother and clearer-looking complexion.

Charcoal for Deep-Cleansing Care

The formula contains Charcoal Powder, which The Ordinary describes as helping absorb facial impurities that can contribute to clogged pores.

This makes the masque particularly useful as an occasional deep-cleansing treatment for oily and blemish-prone skin.

Kaolin & Clay-Based Formula

Kaolin and the charcoal component provide an absorbent cleansing action, helping skin feel refreshed and less weighed down by excess oil.

Helps Improve the Look of Dull Skin

The combination of exfoliation and deep-cleansing ingredients helps target lacklustre tone and textural irregularities, leaving skin looking smoother and more radiant.

With Squalane

The formula also contains Squalane, a lightweight skin-conditioning ingredient that helps maintain a comfortable skin feel during the cleansing treatment.

What It Helps With

• Congested-looking pores
• Excess oil
• Oily skin
• Blemish-prone skin
• Dull-looking complexion
• Uneven-looking skin texture
• Dead skin-cell buildup
• Impurities
• Rough-feeling skin
• Lack of radiance

Key Benefits

2% Salicylic Acid

A BHA designed to target pore congestion and exfoliate dead skin cells.

Charcoal-Powered Cleansing

Helps absorb facial impurities and excess oil.

Kaolin Clay

Provides an absorbent cleansing action suitable for oily skin.

Smoother-Looking Texture

Helps improve the appearance of uneven skin texture.

Helps Remove Excess Oil

Designed to help cleanse away excess oil and leave skin feeling refreshed.

Boosts the Look of Radiance

Helps address dull-looking skin and promote a fresher appearance.

Deep-Cleansing Masque

Ideal as a once- or twice-weekly addition to a pore-care routine.

Key Ingredients

Full Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Kaolin, Squalane, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide, Silica Cetyl Silylate, Salicylic Acid, Sodium Polyacrylate, Pentylene Glycol, Charcoal Powder, 4-T-Butylcyclohexanol, Sclerotium Gum, Acacia Senegal Gum, Xanthan Gum, Phytic Acid, Polysorbate 20, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Chlorphenesin, Phenoxyethanol.

How to Use

1. Cleanse your face thoroughly.
2. Pat the skin completely dry.
3. Apply an even layer across the face using your fingertips.
4. Do not apply to wet skin.
5. Avoid the eye contour and direct contact with the eyes.
6. Leave on for no more than 10 minutes.
7. Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water.
8. Follow with your regular hydrating skincare routine.

Recommended Frequency

Use once or twice a week, ideally in the evening. 

Suitable For

• Oily skin
• Blemish-prone skin
• Combination skin
• Congested-looking skin
• Skin with visible pores
• Dull-looking skin
• Uneven skin texture
• Skin prone to excess oil and shine

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