3.Salicylic Acid

Salicylic acid is an organically derived, (from the Willow tree) beta-hydroxy acid. It is lipophilic which means that it is an oil soluble acid that can penetrate into pores.Salicylic acid is anti-inflammatory, keratolytic (helps exfoliate dead skin cells), anti-fungal and anti-bacterial. It penetrates pores to loosen clogged follicles by breaking apart dead skin cells, softening them, and helping them slough off the skin.

Salicylic acid might just be the magic potion your skin routine needs to fight pimples. It’s the acid most commonly found in overnight, get-rid-of-pimples-quick products, as well as a number of exfoliators. But before you try acid, even at a very low, very safe dose, it’s best to know what exactly you’re putting in your pores.Some studies have suggested that salicylic acid chemical peels may help improve mild acne. However, people need to use them multiple times, and the results do not last long.Doctors recommend using products that contain salicylic acid one to three times daily.

Where can buy – you can get it in topical form creams, cleansers, toners and liquids in any drug stores.