A derivative of salicylic acid, with bigger and more lipid-soluble molecules. This makes it more powerful and safer than salicylic acid. It is used as an exfoliating and peeling agent.
Soothing
Soothing
Soothing ingredients reduce the signs of sensitivity in irritated and inflamed skin. This includes anti-inflammatory ingredients, anti-itch agents, and topical analgesics.
Soothing
Soothing ingredients reduce the signs of sensitivity in irritated and inflamed skin. This includes anti-inflammatory ingredients, anti-itch agents, and topical analgesics.
Other functions
Anti-Acne,
Anti-Acne
Anti-acne agents treat acne blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Anti-Acne,
Anti-Acne
Anti-acne agents treat acne blemishes, blackheads, and whiteheads.
Exfoliant
Exfoliant
Exfoliants remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin via acid-based chemical reactions (e.g., AHA or BHA).
Exfoliant
Exfoliant
Exfoliants remove dead skin cells from the surface of the skin via acid-based chemical reactions (e.g., AHA or BHA).
Origin
Botanical,
Botanical
Ingredients derived from plants, mosses, and lichens: extracts, oils, powders, juices and other types of processed plant materials.
Botanical,
Botanical
Ingredients derived from plants, mosses, and lichens: extracts, oils, powders, juices and other types of processed plant materials.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Synthetic
Synthetic
All kinds of ingredients formulated or produced by a chemical process, or those that have a chemical modification in their structure.
Capryloyl salicylic acid is an ester of salicylic acid and caprylic acid. The addition of caprylic acid to salicylic acid increases its solubility in lipids and increases the size of the molecule, thereby making it less likely to be absorbed into the bloodstream.
It instead acts primarily on the skin’s surface and is claimed to be more effective in lower concentrations than plain salicylic acid. A chemical peeling with 5-10% Capryloyl salicylic acid is just as effective as a 20-50% glycolic acid peel.
You can read all about the effects of salicylic acid here. In short, it is a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that acts as a gentle exfoliating ingredient and that has additional anti-inflammatory and pore-unclogging properties. In high concentrations, it is used to treat warts or used as a chemical peel.
It is important to note that all ingredients derived from salicylic acid should not be used during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Science
1
Oresajo, C., Yatskayer, M., & Hansenne, I. (2008). Clinical tolerance and efficacy of capryloyl salicylic acid peel compared to a glycolic acid peel in subjects with fine lines/wrinkles and hyperpigmented skin. Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 7(4), 259–262.
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