Clinical Overview
A gentle equimolar combination of salicylic acid and sugar-beet betaine, popular in Korean skincare as a buffered BHA.
Epidermal & Cutaneous Mechanism
Delivers lipophilic pore-clearing salicylic activity at a higher, non-stinging pH (pH 4.0–4.5) while betaine buffers osmotic moisture balance.
Addresses Skin Concerns
Sensitive skin blackheadsMild follicular congestionRough T-zone texture
Recognized INCI Names on Packaging Labels
Betaine Salicylate
Compatible Synergies
- ✓Centella
- ✓Niacinamide
- ✓Hyaluronic Acid
Separate or Alternate
- ⚠️Prescription tretinoin (alternate)