INCI Nomenclature:
Salicylic Acid
Appearance:
Powder
Color:
White
Solubility:
Oil soluble
Suggested Use Levels:
Commonly used at 0.5% to 2.0% in leave-on and rinse-off cosmetic products (such as toners, cleansers, and serums
Suggested Applications:
Toners, Cleansers, Serums, Face washes, lotions, creams
pH Stability in Formulations:
3 – 4
Formulating Guidelines:
Can be incorporated into the oil phase of the formulation.
Odor:
Characteristic
Shelf Life:
12 months from date of manufacture.
Storage:
Store in a dry place at temperatures not exceeding 32°C. Based on stability studies, the optimum storage temperature for maximization of shelf life is 23 - 25°C. However, it may be stored at temperatures between 16 and 32°C if such specific temperature control is not available. Do not freeze.