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What is salicylic acid? how does it help with acne? where does it come from?
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Salicylic acid: Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxy acid chemically related to aspirin. It is used in acne for its anti inflammatory and exfoliating ( peeling ) effects.
Answered 10/4/2016
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