Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum

Salicylic Acid · Lotion · Topical

Over the counter

Active ingredient

Back Label

Purpose

Acne treatment

Uses

Uses  For the treatment of acne.  Helps clear up acne blemishes and allows skin to heal.

Warnings

Warnings For external use only When using this product  skin irritation and dryness is 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.

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  clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product  apply to body and rub in with hands if needed  allow the product to dry  cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily  because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily if needed or as directed by a doctor  if bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day  avoid contact with eyes, if contact occurs rinse thoroughly with water.

Inactive ingredients

Inactive ingredients Chlorphenesin, Glycerin, Isoceteth-20, Pentylene Glycol, Phenoxyethanol, Sarcosine, Sodium Hydroxide, Water.

Questions?

Questions? Visit www.theordinary.com or call +1 800.513.6088

Label text from the FDA structured product label by Deciem (revised Apr 24, 2026). Long sections are shortened; the complete label is on DailyMed.

Active ingredients

Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum NDC products (1)

NDCStrength & formLabelerType
72208-321Salicylic Acid .5 mg/100mL
Lotion
DeciemOTC MONOGRAPH DRUG

Frequently asked questions

What is Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum used for?

Uses  For the treatment of acne.  Helps clear up acne blemishes and allows skin to heal.

Who makes Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum?

Salicylic Acid 0.5% Body Serum is listed by 1 labeler in the FDA NDC directory, including Deciem.