Purity made simple

Salicylic Acid · Cream · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Active Ingredient Salicylic Acid (0.5%)

Purpose

Purpose Acne Treatment

Uses

Indications For the treatment of acne

Warnings

Warnings For external use only. Using other topical acne medications at the same time or immediately following use of this product may increase dryness or irritation of the skin. if this occurs, only one medication should be used unless directed by a doctor.

Keep out of reach of children

gently massage onto clean, dry skin focusing on your t-zone and oily areas. leave on skin for 5–10 minutes, or until the clay is completely dry. rinse with warm water. for deeper exfoliation, increase the massage intensity when applying, and while removing with water, perform a second massage. we recommend using two times per week. this product may cause eye irritation. avoid contact with eyes. if contact occurs, flush with plenty of water. if irritation persists, consult a physician.

Directions

Directions gently massage onto clean, dry skin focusing on your t-zone and oily areas. leave on skin for 5–10 minutes, or until the clay is completely dry. rinse with warm water. for deeper exfoliation, increase the massage intensity when applying, and while removing with water, perform a second massage. we recommend using two times per week. this product may cause eye irritation. avoid contact with eyes. if contact occurs, flush with plenty of water. if irritation persists, consult a physician.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive Ingredients water, kaolin, diatomaceous earth, propanediol, bentonite, decyl glucoside, alcohol denat., lauryl glucoside, propylene glycol, polysilicone-11, pvp, xanthan gum, sodium pca, sodium citrate, citric acid, fragrance, chlorphenesin, disodium edta, laureth-12, phenoxyethanol, vanillyl butyl ether, ethylhexylglycerin, titanium dioxide (ci 77891).

Questions?

Questions or Comments? Call toll-free 1-800-568-3151 from 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. ET (Monday – Friday)

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Philosophy, Inc. (revised Mar 31, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Purity made simple NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
50184-1060Salicylic Acid .5 ug/mL
Cream
Philosophy, Inc.OTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Purity made simple used for?

Indications For the treatment of acne

Who makes Purity made simple?

Purity made simple is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Philosophy, Inc..