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Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

Daily blemish-busting & oil reducing face wash

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 Stars (1,246 Reviews)
€8,50 / 60ml

What you get: Bestselling daily salicylic acid face wash for blemish-prone, oily and combination skin. Visibly reduces breakouts, blackheads and excess oil.

Why it works: 2% Salicylic Acid exfoliates inside pores to unclog and reduce breakouts. Zinc helps control oil. Allantoin soothes and calms skin.

How it feels: Lightweight gel texture. Skin feels clean, fresh and balanced - never tight or stripped.

When to use: AM and PM. Gently massage onto damp skin, then rinse. Perfect as your second cleanser in a double cleanse routine.

Suitable for:

  • Oily skin
  • Combination skin
  • Normal skin
  • Teenagers
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding

Targets:

  • Breakouts & blemishes
  • Excess oil
  • Blackheads

Awards & Features

  • Glamour Award
  • Vogue Award
  • Grazia

Salicylic Acid: The Science Behind Clearer, Blemish-Free Skin

Salicylic Acid has been skincare's gold-standard BHA for decades - and for good reason. This oil-soluble active penetrates deep into pores to tackle blemishes, blackheads and excess oil at the source - without disrupting your skin's natural balance.

Trusted by dermatologists and now made accessible by us, Salicylic Acid is at the heart of our daily face wash range, helping you target blemish-prone skin and what's developing beneath the surface.

Powered by 2% Salicylic Acid plus soothing Zinc and Allantoin, our daily cleanser helps reduce breakouts, controls oil and calms skin - all without disrupting your skin's natural rhythm. Clearer, blemish-free skin starts here - and stays here.

  • Helps reduce blemish-causing bacteria

  • Helps control & balance excess oil without stripping

  • Helps prevent future breakouts and unclogs pores

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Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

€8,50 / 60ml
4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
4.6 Stars (1,246 Reviews)
Acne Prone Skin
  • Refreshing gel texture that gently foams to deep-clean congested skin.
  • Cleanses without tightness — helps reduce excess oil and shine.
  • Removes makeup and pollution whilst unclogging pores and targeting blemishes.
  • Powered by 2% Salicylic Acid and Zinc to clear blemishes and refine skin texture.

Oat Cleansing Balm - 150ml

€18,00 / 150ml
4.7
Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 Stars (602 Reviews)
All Skin Types
  • Dissolves makeup and SPF effortlessly.
  • Strengthens compromised skin barriers with a ceramide-rich oat formula.
  • Calms redness and improves skin texture.
  • Leaves skin soft, hydrated and nourished — never tight or stripped.

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  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

    "An amazing product! I struggled with hormonal and fungal acne for years and this is the only product that really changed how I feel about my skin."

    Safa

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

     Callie has used The INKEY List products for 2 years.

    Callie

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml
    "Omg, couldn’t recommend enough. I’ve been using this cleanser along with the hyaluronic acid serum and omega water cream for well over a year and it’s changed my life. Honestly, the best cleanser I ever tried, it massively cleared up my skin making it look so much healthier."

    Courtney

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

    “Now after almost 4 months, my skin has started to feel good. I am free of active acne. Not to mention I had stubborn acne vulgaris. The INKEY List’s products helped me to get rid of stubborn active acne. Salicylic Acid Cleanser helped me majorly.” 

    Shefana

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml

    "They are working!! I am very happy with the results with INKEY". Samantha has been using Salicylic Acid Cleanser and Succinic Acid Treatment for 4 weeks.

    Samantha

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml
    Evan is a loyal INKEY List customer who uses Salicylic Acid Cleanser with Glucoside Serum and Beta Hydroxy Acid in his skincare routine.

    Evan

  • Before and after showing results of Mini Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 60ml
    “Hello INKEY List my name is Aisha, and I love love your brand. I just want to know what the hell is in your Tranexamic acid serum” Aisha has been using Salicylic Acid Cleanser and Tranexamic Acid Serum.

    Aisha

4.6
Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars
Based on 1,246 reviews
Reviews Summary
Customers say this cleanser removes makeup effectively and leaves skin feeling clean and soft. Many reviews highlight its ability to reduce breakouts and control oiliness without excessive dryness. Users appreciate the gentle formula that works well for acne-prone and combination skin types. The product is noted for its long-lasting value and compact travel size. Common feedback includes improved skin texture and reduced pore appearance with consistent use. A few users mention slight dryness or a chemical scent, and one reported unexpected breakouts after a formula change.
1,246 reviews
  • Misbah S.
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    The perfect travel size so that I can continue my routine!

  • Misbah S.
    Verified Buyer
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    I really love this cleanser

  • mis b.
    Reviewing
    Salicylic Acid Cleanser - 150ml
    I recommend this product
    Age Range 18 - 24
    Have you purchased an INKEY List product before? Yes
    How long have you used this product for? 3 months +
    Sensitive Skin Suitability Suitable for my sensitive skin
    Rated 4 out of 5 stars
    1 week ago
    Acne cleanup

    The cleaner at the start caused more breakout but I used the guide and it is okay to have it in start and really it lasted for few weeks and then the cleansers started to work. My skin is much better but I still have some hormonal breakouts.