What It Is
Our hydrating acne treatment lotion with 1.2% Salicylic Acid is specifically formulated to improve the appearance of acne by rapidly clearing pimples, fading post-acne marks, and helping to prevent future breakouts without over-drying skin. Concentrated with 1.2% Salicylic Acid, 2% Niacinamide, Postbiotic Lactobacillus Ferment and Glycerin, our formula works as an all-over daily acne treatment that visibly clears acne and reinforces skin’s barrier without excessive dryness.
What It’s Good For
Treats active acne with medicated 1.2% Salicylic Acid Reduces the appearance of pimple size and color Helps visibly fade post-acne marksVisibly corrects uneven texture and toneHelps prevent future breakoutsSuitable for acne-prone skin
Key Ingredients
1.2% SALICYLIC ACID 1.2% Salicylic Acid is a medicated beta-hydroxy acid that helps to clear acne while exfoliating and refining skin texture within our formulas. 2% NIACINAMIDE 2% Niacinamide, the form of Vitamin B3 used within our formulas, is known to help visibly brighten skin. When used in topical skincare formulas, Niacinamide can also help balance skin’s surface oil. POSTBIOTIC LACTOBACILLUS FERMENT Postbiotic Lactobacillus Ferment is a fermented ingredient that helps support a healthy microbiome. Within our formula, it helps target acne. See full list
How to Use
Cleanse skin thoroughly before applying our acne treatment lotionApply a thin layer to the affected area 1-3 times dailyAllow to fully dry before applying sunscreen​Can be applied in the morning and evening
Kiehl’s Environmental Impact Scores
As part of our Kiehl’s Mission Renewal journey, we are providing the Environmental Impact Score to help you make informed decisions about the formulas you use. Kiehl’s is committed to continually improving the impact of our products throughout the product lifecycle, including the production and usage phase. This tool is designed to help assess the relative environmental and social impact of Kiehl’s Products compared to other L’Oréal Group products in the same category in 2020. The calculation method was developed with the help of independent scientific experts and Bureau Veritas Certification, an independent auditor. The score takes into account 14 environmental impact factors all along the product's life cycle. Learn more about the methodology, here. Overall environmental impactCompared to other similar L’Oréal Groupe Products sold worldwide in 2020 Carbon footprint 1g per average amount used 39 per 10mL Water footprint 2 per average amount used Every consumer product has some impact on the environment. A good score here does not mean a product has a positive impact or no impact on the environment. The letters and colors used in this tool are designed to help you make comparisons to other L’Oreal Groupe products in the same category around the world in 2020, so you can make more informed choices. This product currently has a less favorable impact than we aim for, so we have set out an action plan to improve its environmental and social performance over the coming months. The letters and colors used in this tool are designed to help you make comparisons to other similar products in L'Oréal's global portfolio, so you can make more informed choices.*Compared to other similar L’Oréal Groupe Products sold worldwide in 2020 see full information see less information .Manufacturing ConditionsMade in a responsible manufacturing plant Waste recovery: 97% Renewable energy: >99%Packaging Facts % of cardboard/paper certified FSCTM or PEFC: 100% made of recycled material3 including colorant: 18% Refillable or reusable: NSocial impact of the product​ The ingredients and components of this product are sourced from suppliers committed to respect the Fundamental principles of the UN on labor standards. 1 or more suppliers committed to the social inclusion of people from vulnerable communities contributed to making this product.*123Learn More.h-hide-for-D.h-score-D { display:none !important;}.h-hide-for-E.h-score-E { display:none !important;}.h-hide-for-A.h-score-A { display:none !important;}.h-hide-for-B.h-score-B { display:none !important;}.h-hide-for-C.h-score-C { display:none !important;}.h-suppliers-0.h-hide-for-0 { display:none !important;}