Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash

Salicylic Acid · Lotion/shampoo · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Salicylic Acid 2%

Purpose

Purpose Acne Treatment

Uses

Use For the management of acne

Warnings

Warnings For external use only When using this product skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

When using this product

When using this product skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. avoid contact with eyes. If contact occurs, rinse eyes thoroughly with water.

Stop use and ask a doctor

Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation becomes severe.

Keep out of reach of children

Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Directions

Directions Sensitivity Test for a New User: Apply product sparingly to one or two small affected areas during the first 3 days. If no discomfort occurs, follow the directions stated below. apply a small amount to dampened skin. cover the entire affected area with a thin layer and rinse thoroughly . Shake before use. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application every other day, then gradually increase to one application daily or as directed by a doctor. if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application use to every other day.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive Ingredients Water, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Distearyl Phthalic Acid Amide, Paraffin, Stearyl Alcohol, Cetyl Alcohol, Jojoba Esters, Sodium Chloride, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Coconut Acid, Menthol, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Caprylyl Glycol, Hexylene Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Ascorbic Acid, Citric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Disodium EDTA, Isopropyl Alcohol, Sodium Hydroxide, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Benzoate, Sodium Sulfite, Potassium Sorbate, Fragrance, Chromium Hydroxide Green Questions or comments? Within US 1-800-950-4695

Label text from the FDA structured product label by THE PROACTIV COMPANY LLC (revised Jan 7, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
11410-048Salicylic Acid 2 g/100mL
Lotion/shampoo
THE PROACTIV COMPANY LLCOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash used for?

Use For the management of acne

Who makes Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash?

Proactiv Deep Cleansing Wash is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including THE PROACTIV COMPANY LLC.