2% Salicylic Acid Face Wash

Skin Type: Oily, combination and acne-prone skin, particularly those also dealing with post-acne dark marks.

Targets: Active acne, breakouts, excess oil, and the dark marks left behind after breakouts heal.

Suited to: Ages 15+.

Patch test recommended if you have: a known aspirin allergy — this formula contains Salicylic Acid, which is chemically related to aspirin.

Consult your doctor before use if: you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not use on: open wounds, active sunburn, or broken skin.

Not sure if you need this or the Gel Cleanser? Choose this Face Wash if you're dealing with acne AND visible dark marks from past breakouts — the Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid target pigmentation alongside acne. If your main concern is active acne and oil control without significant dark marks, the 2% Salicylic Acid Gel Cleanser is the better fit.

STEP 1
Wet face with lukewarm water.

STEP 2
Apply a small amount and massage gently for 60 seconds, focusing on oily and breakout-prone areas. This is the minimum contact time for Salicylic Acid, Niacinamide and Alpha Arbutin to begin working before rinsing.

STEP 3
Rinse thoroughly with lukewarm water and pat dry.

STEP 4
Apply your next product based on concern: Niacinamide Serum in the morning, or Salicylic Acid Serum at night for active breakouts.

STEP 5
Finish mornings with SPF 50 Sunscreen — non-negotiable, as Salicylic Acid and Alpha Arbutin both increase sun sensitivity.

When to Use: Morning and evening, every day.

Common mistake to avoid: Rinsing after only a few seconds. The Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid in this formula need the full 60 seconds to meaningfully contribute to fading dark marks — a quick rinse only delivers the surface cleansing benefit.

Tip: Choose this Face Wash over the Gel Cleanser if dark marks from old breakouts are as much a concern as active acne — this formula's Kojic Acid and Alpha Arbutin target pigmentation specifically.

SkinFactor's 2% Salicylic Acid Face Wash is an active ingredient treatment and daily cleanser in one step. Where a standard face wash removes surface oil and debris, this formula goes further — delivering 2% Salicylic Acid alongside Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid at the cleansing step, where 60 seconds of contact time allows these actives to begin treating acne, controlling oil and fading dark marks before rinsing off. It is the most comprehensive acne face wash available for oily and acne-prone skin in Pakistan.

Why 2% Salicylic Acid in a face wash produces results:

Salicylic Acid is oil-soluble — unlike most cleansing ingredients that sit on the skin surface, it penetrates through sebum into the pore lining. At 2% — the clinically researched concentration for acne treatment — it dissolves the dead cell and oil combination that creates pore blockages from the inside. A standard face wash cleans the skin surface. This face wash cleans the surface and begins treating the pore in the same step.

Why Niacinamide, Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid make this different from any other acne face wash:

Most acne face washes stop at clearing breakouts. This formula adds three additional actives that address the full acne cycle — not just the breakout itself but the oiliness that causes it and the dark marks it leaves behind. Niacinamide regulates sebum production reducing the excess oil that leads to recurring congestion. Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid inhibit melanin production at the tyrosinase level — visibly fading the post-acne dark marks that persist long after the breakout has healed. Four actives. One formula. One cleansing step.

Built for Pakistani skin conditions:

Pakistan's heat and humidity drive excess sebum production year-round — creating exactly the high-oil environment where Salicylic Acid's oil-solubility makes it most effective. The oilier the environment inside the pore, the more efficiently BHA penetrates and works. The addition of Niacinamide addresses the sebum overproduction that Pakistan's climate directly worsens, while Alpha Arbutin and Kojic Acid target the post-acne pigmentation that is significantly more pronounced and persistent in South Asian skin tones.

Rich foam formula — effective cleansing without over-stripping:

The foam base produces a rich lather that removes excess oil, pollution and impurities effectively without the over-stripping that SLS-heavy face washes cause. Over-stripping triggers compensatory oil production — the skin produces more sebum in response to dryness, worsening the congestion the cleanser is supposed to treat. This formula cleanses thoroughly while leaving the skin barrier's lipid structure intact, making it appropriate for morning and evening use without the tightness and rebound oiliness that harsh face washes produce.

As part of a complete routine:

Used alone, this face wash addresses acne, oiliness and dark marks at the cleansing step. Paired with the 2% Salicylic Acid Serum in the evening, it provides both rinse-off treatment at the cleanse and leave-on treatment overnight — addressing pore blockages at two different depths and two different contact times. For the complete oil control routine including Niacinamide Serum, the Oil Control Kit combines all three products at a reduced price.

Who it is for:

Oily and acne-prone skin dealing with active breakouts, blackheads, whiteheads, excess shine and post-acne dark marks. Particularly effective for Pakistani skin types that experience frequent breakouts and persistent pigmentation after acne heals. Appropriate for daily morning and evening use from the first week — no adjustment period required for a rinse-off product at this concentration. Suitable from age 15 and above.

For the complete guide on how Salicylic Acid face wash works for Pakistani skin — including how to use it correctly, what to pair it with, and what results to expect at each week — read SkinFactor's complete salicylic acid guide for Pakistani skin.

📍 Nationwide Delivery (Pakistan)

• Major Cities: 2–3 working days
• Other Cities & Towns: 3–5 working days
• Delivery may take 3–6 days during sale periods.
• ⏳ Orders placed on weekends or public holidays are processed the next working day.

📦 Order Processing Time:

• Orders are dispatched within 24 hours after confirmation.

🔁 Order Cancellation & Refund

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