Dr. Althea 2% Salicylic Acid Clear Pad 65 Pads

2% Salicylic Acid Clear Pad is a set of pre-soaked exfoliating pads that gently cleanse pores and remove excess oil, and they also help smooth skin texture and prevent blemishes, and at the same time leave skin feeling fresh, balanced, and comfortable — perfect for oily, acne-prone, or combination skin.

All Ingredients

Water (Aqua), Butylene Glycol, Salicylic Acid, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycereth-25 PCA Isostearate, Sodium Hydroxide (or Tromethamine depending on batch), Glycereth-26, PEG/PPG-17/6 Copolymer, Propanediol, Hydroxyacetophenone, Lactobionic Acid, Lactic Acid, Menthol or Menthoxypropanediol (in some versions), Ethylhexylglycerin, Glycerin, Disodium EDTA, Biosaccharide Gum-1, Sodium Hyaluronate & Hyaluronic Acid (and its hydrolyzed forms), Hydroxyethylcellulose or similar thickener, plus plant extracts and soothing botanicals such as Calendula Officinalis Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Extract, and Bisabolol.

Key Ingredients & Their Roles

• Salicylic Acid 2% — BHA that penetrates pores to dissolve excess sebum, exfoliate dead skin cells, unclog pores, and help prevent blackheads and breakouts.
• Botanical extracts (Witch Hazel, Calendula, Tea Tree) — help soothe, calm irritation, reduce inflammation, and balance oily or acne-prone skin.
• Hyaluronic Acid & Humectants — maintain skin hydration and help prevent over-drying during exfoliation, keeping skin supple and soft.
• Gluconolactone / Lactic Acid (in formula) — provide extra mild exfoliation and skin-renewing support, helping improve skin texture and clarity over time.

How to Use 2% Salicylic Acid Clear Pad

• After cleansing, gently wipe your face with the textured (“dewy/embossed”) side of a pad, avoiding the eye and lip areas.
• Flip the pad and use the smoother side to wipe again lightly, or to treat areas with excess oil (like T-zone, nose, chin).
• No rinsing needed — let the serum from the pad absorb into skin. Then follow with your serum/moisturizer.
• Use 1–3 times per week depending on skin tolerance.

Benefits 2% Salicylic Acid Clear Pad

• Clears out and unclogs pores, reducing blackheads and clogged pores.
• Helps control excess sebum and reduces shine on oily or combination skin.
• Gently exfoliates dead skin cells, improving skin texture, smoothness, and clarity.
• Helps prevent and reduce blemishes and acne by keeping pores clean and clear.
• Soothes and calms skin with botanical extracts — helping reduce irritation after exfoliation.
• Keeps skin hydrated and balanced thanks to hyaluronic acid and humectants — no tightness or over-drying.

Contraindications / Warnings

• Do not use on broken, inflamed, or freshly shaved skin.
• Avoid if you are sensitive to salicylic acid, BHA, or strong exfoliants — patch-test first.
• If redness, itching, burning, or excessive dryness occurs — stop use immediately and rinse thoroughly.
• Because it exfoliates and increases skin sensitivity, always use broad-spectrum sunscreen (SPF 30+) the day after use.
• Avoid frequent use in combination with other strong exfoliants (AHAs, retinoids) to prevent skin barrier damage.