




Targets:Acne, Breakouts, Excess Oil & Blackheads
Skin Type:Oily, Combination & Acne-Prone Skin
Suited to:Ages 16+
SkinFactor’s 2%Salicylic Acid Serum Targets acne and unclogs pores for clearer, smoother skin. Azelaic Acid reduces redness and bumps, while Zinc PCA controls excess oil and prevents blackheads—keeping skin balanced and fresh without over-drying.
SkinFactor's 2% Salicylic Acid Serum is a leave-on BHA treatment formulated for oily and acne-prone skin in Pakistan's climate. Where a cleanser rinses off after 60 seconds, this serum stays on the skin overnight — giving salicylic acid the sustained contact time it needs to penetrate the pore lining and dissolve the dead cell and sebum buildup that causes blackheads, whiteheads, and recurring breakouts from the inside out.
Why 2% is the right concentration: Clinical research on salicylic acid for acne consistently uses concentrations of 2% — the level at which BHA penetrates pore depth meaningfully and produces results on moderate acne and oily skin. At 1% or below, penetration is limited. At 2%, it reaches where the blockage is actually forming.
Why a leave-on serum outperforms a cleanser: A face wash delivers salicylic acid for 30 to 60 seconds before it is rinsed off. A leave-on serum works for hours — during the skin's overnight repair cycle when cell turnover is most active. For persistent blackheads, recurring breakouts, and the congested textural bumps that Pakistan's humidity accelerates, the serum delivers deeper and more consistent results than a rinse-off product alone.
Built for Pakistani skin conditions: Heat and humidity drive sebum production above baseline year-round in Pakistan. Salicylic acid's oil-solubility makes it specifically suited to high-sebum environments — it penetrates through the oil to reach the pore lining rather than sitting on the surface. Used consistently in the evening, it keeps pore lining clear during the hours when skin is doing most of its repair work.
Start gradually: Introduce every other evening for the first two weeks before moving to nightly use. This gives your skin the adjustment period to prevent dryness without compromising results.
Want to understand the full science before using? Read our complete guide to salicylic acid for acne in Pakistan or the step-by-step acne routine built for Pakistan's climate.
After cleansing, apply 2–3 drops of the Salicylic Acid 2% Serum to dry skin and gently pat until absorbed. Use AM & PM. Everyday.






