SKU: 122-231 Salicylic acid is a beta-hydroxy acid, or BHA, and is a powerful and effective exfoliant widely used for face peels and in products for teenage or oily skin. Please note: it must not be used above 2% in any cosmetic formulas. Because the structure of salicylic acid makes it alcohol- and oil-soluble, it's able to connect with the skin more efficiently than water-soluble-only products and is a wonderful ingredient in products targeted at pores. Salicylic acid can often lower the pH of your final product, so be sure to test the pH to ensure it is 3.5 or above. Salicylic acid is prepared by the carboxylation of sodium phenate and has a long shelf life when kept cool and dry. Appearance: White crystalline powder. Processing: Synthetic Melting or Freezing Point: 318F Ingredient Highlights Category: Additive Ingredient Function: Exfolliant Used in: Cleansers, Scrubs, Lotions Solubility: Soluble in alcohol & glycols, but best when both are used & heated up to 40-45 oC (104F - 115F) Appearance: White Powder Odor: Slightly phenolic (sweet and tarry) Production Information Derived From: Fermentation from glucose and yeast extract Part(s) Used: N/A Preserved With: N/A Country of Origin: Brazil Method of Extraction: N/A Processing: N/A Pro Tips Ideal in products focused on oily or teenage skin Do not use in concentrations higher than 2% This product is vegan.
