Ranked by community score across 28 mentions on Reddit
The why
A 2% salicylic acid leave-on exfoliant for clogged pores, blackheads, and texture. Redditors call it a HG for congestion, and studies found salicylic acid helps acne. Sensitive or over-exfoliated skin often hates it.
One minus
Can sting, peel, or wreck the barrier if you overdo it
Good forOily Skin, Sensitive Skin, Combination Skin
Glycolic-acid AHA for whiteheads and texture; can sting and dry skin.
COSRX6 mentions
2% salicylic acid for clogged pores and blackheads; can be drying.
The Ordinary5 mentions
Gentle 4% BHA for blackheads and clogged pores; stings some skin.
COSRX4 mentions
For closed comedones, Redditors most often reach for BHA exfoliants, especially Paula's Choice 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant, noting significant improvement by regularly dissolving trapped sebum and dead skin. Consistent hydration also supports results.
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