A salicylic acid cleanser designed to treat acne and blackheads by exfoliating and clearing pores.
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Early verdict · Few reviews so farWhat the gurus are saying
This cleanser binds to oil and extracts it directly from pores, making it effective for acne and blackhead removal. One reviewer found it surprisingly hydrating and non-stripping despite its acne-fighting formula, though she found the product annoying to use day to day. Not much consensus yet, so the verdict depends on what matters most to you in a cleanser.
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The concerns the experts tie this product to, in their own words. Paid and founder takes don't count.
“When it comes to treating and preventing blackheads, there are three things to address: oil buildup, keratin or dead skin cell buildup, and then the strength of the pore walls.”
Dr. Mamina, watch at 2:25
“It's essential to use products that either absorb excess oil or decrease oil production to help prevent blackheads.”
Dr. Mamina, watch at 2:25
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Independent of what the gurus think, this is what the published research supports about the main active ingredients here.
A salicylic acid cleanser designed to treat acne and blackheads by exfoliating and clearing pores.
Mostly yes. 1 of the 2 gurus who reviewed it give it their stamp of approval, for a Guru Score of 77%.
Inky Salicylic Acid Acne and Blackhead Cleanser holds a Guru Score of 77%. That is our read on how warmly the experts talk about it, based on the verdicts of 2 expert reviewers we have collected.
Inky Salicylic Acid Acne and Blackhead Cleanser is generally suited to acne-prone skin.
In their reviews, experts say Inky Salicylic Acid Acne and Blackhead Cleanser is good for clogged or visible pores (1 expert) and excess oil and shine (1 expert).
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