The Inkey ListcleanserpH 4.5 – 5.0 • $12.00 (150ml)

The Inkey List Salicylic Acid Acne + Pore Cleanser

Non-stripping 2% BHA foaming cleanser that penetrates follicular pores to eliminate sebum, dead skin cells, and blackheads.

Obstetric SafetyConcentration Dependent

Contains concentration-dependent ingredients (Salicylic Acid (BHA) (WATCH)). Rinse-off formulations are often cleared by OB-GYNs, while leave-ons should be verified.

Always confirm with your OB-GYN.
Malassezia (Fungal Acne)✓ Fungal Acne Safe

Contains zero lipid esters or fatty acid chains that feed Malassezia yeast.

Safe for pityrosporum folliculitis? Yes
Viscosity Application OrderStep 1 of 7 • BOTH

Texture: Light Gel Foaming Cleanser. Apply strictly in order of thinnest water to thickest cream.

pH: 4.5 – 5.0
Formulation BalanceGentle & Hydrating

2 Actives • 11 Functional • 0 Watchlist

13 Total Ingredients

Layering Protocol: What NOT to Mix With This Bottle

Avoid Concurrent Application With:
  • ✕High-strength leave-on chemical peels immediately after
Recommended Synergistic Pairings:
  • ✓Niacinamide
  • ✓Lightweight Barrier Moisturizers
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Full INCI Ingredient Declaration

Decoded using Miko's pharmacological database (13 ingredients detected).

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Purified Water (Aqua)(Aqua (Water))Base & Solvent

Deionized, ultra-purified solvent that serves as the delivery vehicle for hydrophilic actives and humectants.

neutralPore: 0/5
GlycerinHumectant

Master humectant that coordinates with cutaneous aquaporin-3 channels to maintain physiological stratum corneum hydration and plasticity.

goodPore: 0/5
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl TaurateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Cocamidopropyl BetaineBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
BetaineBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Salicylic Acid (BHA)(Salicylic Acid)Exfoliant

Oil-soluble beta hydroxy acid that selectively dissolves intracellular lipid bonds inside sebaceous ducts to clear microcomedones.

goodPore: 0/5
Sodium Chondroitin SulfateBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
AtelocollagenBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Zinc PCABase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Broad-Spectrum Preservative System(Phenoxyethanol)Preservative & Chelator

Essential preservation agent preventing dangerous Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, and mold growth in aqueous skincare formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Sodium HydroxideBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Benzyl AlcoholBase & Solvent

Formulation ingredient (emollient, binder, or botanical solvent) standard in cosmetic formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
Broad-Spectrum Preservative System(Ethylhexylglycerin)Preservative & Chelator

Essential preservation agent preventing dangerous Pseudomonas, Staphylococcus, and mold growth in aqueous skincare formulations.

neutralPore: 0/5
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