- INCI Name:Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
- Functions:Anti-Inflammatory, Comedolytic Agent, Exfoliant (Chemical), Lightening Agent, Anti-Wrinkle Agent, Anti-Microbial Agent
- Ingredient Origin:Synthetic
- Labeling Claims:1,4-Dioxane-free, Fragrance-free, CMR Substances-free, Not Tested on Animals, Butylated Hydroxyanisole-free, Phthalates-free, Sulfate-free, Formaldehyde-free, Clean at Sephora, TSE-free, Paraben-free, Bisphenol A-free, Petrochemical-free, Non-Phenolic, Nanomaterials-free, Soy-free, Talc-free, Silicone-free, Palm free, Hormones-free, Odor-free, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty, Gluten-free, Glycol ether-free, Not Listed In California Proposition 65, Allergen-free, Palm Oil-free, Latex-free, Non-GMO, Animal Products-free, Nitrosamines-free, BSE-free
- Benefit Claims:Skin Lightening, Anti-Wrinkle, Antimicrobial, Solubilizing, Exfoliating, Fine Lines Reduction, Anti-Inflammatory, Reduces Hyperpigmentation
MacDerma™ CSA can be obtained by the bark of willow trees. MacDerma™ CSA, or 2-hydroxyl-5-octanoyl benzoic acid is a lipophilized derivative of salicylic acid. The compound has corneolytic, anti-inflammatory, anti-microbial and anticomedonic activities.