Commonly recommended among chemical exfoliants, framed as more consistently effective than physical scrubs for smoothing skin texture.
Salicylic acid is a lipid-soluble beta hydroxy acid that exfoliates the skin surface and penetrates pores to dissolve sebum and dead cells, commonly used to treat acne, blackheads, and clogged pores. It also has mild anti-inflammatory and keratolytic properties.
Full Salicylic Acid (Bha) profile — function, side effects & flags →
See the full list of ingredients Indian dermatologists commonly recommend for uneven skin tone, what to avoid, and the sources.
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General educational information for Indian skin, compiled from published dermatology literature and structured ingredient data. Not medical advice or a diagnosis.