Salicylic Acid 2% Masque Clarifying Charcoal & Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin
The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque Clarifying Charcoal & Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin scores 6.3/9.8 overall. It ranks highest in low irritation risk (9.5) and formulation safety (9.0).
✶ Hero ingredients
Lightweight oil that mimics skin's natural sebum
One of the most effective humectants
Draws in moisture
Score breakdown
Scores last verified: July 2026
What makes The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque Clarifying Charcoal & Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin stand out
The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Masque Clarifying Charcoal & Clay Mask for Blemish Prone Skin is a decent mask with an overall score of 6.3/9.8. Positioned in the budget bracket, it takes a straightforward approach to skincare. The formula leads with Squalane, Glycerin, Dimethyl Isosorbide — 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
May not suit
- ⚠Those seeking potent actives — this leans more maintenance than treatment
Key ingredients
- ✶Squalane
Softens and smooths — #3 in the INCI list
- ✶Glycerin
Draws in moisture — #4 in the INCI list
- ✶Dimethyl Isosorbide
Draws in moisture — #5 in the INCI list
- ✶Salicylic Acid
Works on your skin — #7 in the INCI list
- ✶Pentylene Glycol
Draws in moisture — #9 in the INCI list
What creators are saying
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17 ingredients — listed in INCI order (highest concentration first)
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Ingredient breakdown
- Holds the formula together5
- Other ingredient3
- Draws in moisture3
- Works on your skin2
- Keeps the product fresh2
- Softens and smooths1
- Formula balancers1