Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser
The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser scores 6.9/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Draws in moisture
One of the most effective humectants
Holds the formula together
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser stand out
The INKEY List Salicylic Acid Acne + Blackhead Cleanser is a solid cleanser with an overall score of 6.9/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it delivers a well-rounded formulation that balances efficacy with gentleness. The formula leads with Propanediol, Glycerin, Salicylic Acid — ingredients that support the skin barrier and moisture levels.
It performs well on low irritation risk (9.5). On the flip side, active ingredient concentration is on the lighter side.
Is this right for you?
Great for
- ✓Sensitive skin — low irritation risk with a gentle formulation
- ✓Safety-conscious shoppers — clean formulation with minimal flags
- ✓Ingredient-aware buyers — transparent, well-documented formula
Key ingredients
- ✶Propanediol
Draws in moisture — #2 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Salicylic Acid
Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Betaine
Draws in moisture — #10 in the INCI list
- ✶Zinc Pca
Works on your skin — #11 in the INCI list
Full ingredient list
25 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together7
- Works on your skin4
- Keeps the product fresh4
- Formula balancers4
- Other ingredient3
- Draws in moisture3