---
product_id: 723206868
title: "Salicylic Acid 2% Solution, Blemish-Fighting Serum for Blemish-Prone Skin, 30ml"
brand: "the ordinary"
price: "R313"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "The Ordinary"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/723206868-salicylic-acid-2-solution-blemish-fighting-serum-for-blemish-prone
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
---

# Water-based serum - lightweight hydration 2% Salicylic Acid - potent exfoliation Oil-soluble formula - deep pore penetration Salicylic Acid 2% Solution, Blemish-Fighting Serum for Blemish-Prone Skin, 30ml

**Brand:** the ordinary
**Price:** R313
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

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## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Salicylic Acid 2% Solution, Blemish-Fighting Serum for Blemish-Prone Skin, 30ml by the ordinary
- **How much does it cost?** R313 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/723206868-salicylic-acid-2-solution-blemish-fighting-serum-for-blemish-prone)

## Best For

- the ordinary enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted the ordinary brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Clearer Skin, Faster:** Targets blemishes by exfoliating dead skin and unclogging pores for visible results.
- • **Gentle Yet Effective:** Optimized 2% salicylic acid concentration balances power with skin tolerance, suitable even for teens.
- • **Lightweight & Non-Greasy:** Water-based, oil-soluble formula absorbs quickly without residue—perfect for oily skin types.
- • **Cruelty-Free & Clean Beauty:** Vegan, fragrance-free, and free from parabens, silicones, sulfates, and aluminum—ethical skincare you can trust.
- • **Clinically Loved & Highly Rated:** 4.5-star rating from nearly 12,000 users proves it’s a must-have for blemish-prone skin.

## Overview

The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution is a lightweight, water-based serum designed to exfoliate dead skin cells and penetrate pores with a potent 2% salicylic acid concentration. This oil-soluble formula effectively targets blemishes and congestion, promoting clearer, smoother skin. Suitable for oily and blemish-prone skin, including teenagers, it is cruelty-free, vegan, and free from common irritants, making it a clean, ethical choice for daily skincare.

## Description

Product Description Made with Salicylic acid 2% concentration, this water based serum offers surface level exfoliation, encouraging the natural shedding of dead skin. It's also lipophilic (oil-soluble) which means it can penetrate pores to control blemishes. The formula is made with an optimum concentration of salicylic acid which targets textural irregularities while removing dead skin cells that can clog pores. And because it promotes exfoliation, this solution helps visibly reduce congestion, giving way to brighter, clearer skin. Suitable for use by teenagers with blemish-prone skin. Ingredients Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Chlorphenesin, Citric Acid, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Phenoxyethanol, Polysorbate 20, Saccharide Isomerate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Hydroxide, Water. Directions Apply a small spot once a day in the evening to the affected area. Safety Warning For external use only. Avoid the eye contour and contact with eyes. Do not use on sensitive, peeling, or compromised skin. Contact of the product with the skin must be of limited frequency or duration. If irritation occurs, rinse off, cease use, and consult a physician. Use only as directed on unbroken skin. Patch testing prior to use is advised. Keep out of reach of children.

Review: PLEASE READ FULL REVIEW - Apologies if this review is a bit long, I've ordered from desertcart for years and shamefully enough this is only the 2nd review (I think) I've ever done. I've never been one to suffer with spots, I'm 38 and the past year I've been getting random painful puss filled spots on my face, the kind that you just have to pop because they are too big and ugly but then 2 days later it's filled back with puss, then another just randomly pops up on your face, well this month I had 6 large, red sore, puss filled, painful spots come up, I put it down to the heat, blocked pores, even hormonal acne. I got so concerned that I even made a doctors appointment (someone who never goes doctors) but these spots were relentless, more and more popping up, anyway I ended up cancelling my doctors appointment as I felt too embarassed to go, thinking they'll think I just care about my looks, the cosmetics. Anyway... I ordered this product on a whim and only after reading a couple reviews, a desperate last attempt. I've put it on my face for 3 days now and the spots are 90% vanished, the hard lumps have gone, little pinkish still but barely visible, to say this stuff has been a miracle for me is an under statement, I know everyone's skin is different and may work for some and not others but this stuff worked amazingly for me.
Review: Serum type formulation with dropper - Had trouble getting this and my usual supplier stopped selling it .Helps keep my skin clear and easy use with a dropper.Ill be using again .

## Features

- TARGETS CONGESTION AND TEXTURAL IRREGULARITIES: Salicylic Acid 2% Solution treats blemishes by exfoliating the skin surface and penetrating pores to control blemishes.
- HELPS SKIN HEAL: Helps visibly reduce congestion to reduce the severity of blemishes and allow the skin to heal for a smoother, clearer complexion.
- SUITABLE FOR TEENAGERS: Offering a gentle yet powerful solution for blemish-prone skin.
- OIL-SOLUBLE FORMULA: Lipophilic formula that penetrates oily areas to treat clogged pores and reduce blemish-related skin issues.
- APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Clean skin thoroughly and apply a thin layer 1-3 times daily. Patch test before use. Reduce application if dryness or irritation occurs.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0C3PCJ6SD |
| Active Ingredients | Salicylic Acid |
| Active ingredients | Salicylic Acid |
| Benefits | Treats blemishes by exfoliating the skin surface and penetrating pores to control blemishes. |
| Best Sellers Rank | 118 in Beauty ( See Top 100 in Beauty ) 4 in Face Serums |
| Brand | The Ordinary |
| Brand Name | The Ordinary |
| Container Type | Dropper bottle |
| Country Of Origin | Canada |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 11,999 Reviews |
| Item Form | Serum |
| Item Volume | 1 Fluid Ounces |
| Item Weight | 28 Grams |
| Item form | Serum |
| Manufacturer | DECIEM |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 2611390 |
| Material Features | Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free, Vegan |
| Material Type Free | Aluminium Free, Coaltar Free, Paraben Free, Silicone Free, Sulphate Free |
| Material feature | Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free, Vegan |
| Model Number | 769915199581 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product benefits | Treats blemishes by exfoliating the skin surface and penetrating pores to control blemishes. |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Clearing, Exfoliating |
| Scent Name | Fragrance Free |
| Size | 30 ml (Pack of 1) |
| Skin Tone | All |
| Skin Type | Oily |
| Skin type | Oily |
| Special Features | Water-based serum |
| Special Ingredients | salicylic acid |
| Target Use Body Part | Face |
| Unit Count | 30.0 millilitre |

## Product Details

- **Active ingredients:** Salicylic Acid
- **Brand:** The Ordinary
- **Item form:** Serum
- **Item volume:** 1 Fluid Ounces
- **Material Type Free:** Aluminium Free, Coaltar Free, Paraben Free, Silicone Free, Sulphate Free
- **Material feature:** Cruelty Free, Fragrance Free, Vegan
- **Number of items:** 1
- **Product benefits:** Treats blemishes by exfoliating the skin surface and penetrating pores to control blemishes.
- **Skin type:** Oily
- **Special feature:** Water-based serum

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ PLEASE READ FULL REVIEW
*by L***A on 12 July 2026*

Apologies if this review is a bit long, I've ordered from amazon for years and shamefully enough this is only the 2nd review (I think) I've ever done. I've never been one to suffer with spots, I'm 38 and the past year I've been getting random painful puss filled spots on my face, the kind that you just have to pop because they are too big and ugly but then 2 days later it's filled back with puss, then another just randomly pops up on your face, well this month I had 6 large, red sore, puss filled, painful spots come up, I put it down to the heat, blocked pores, even hormonal acne. I got so concerned that I even made a doctors appointment (someone who never goes doctors) but these spots were relentless, more and more popping up, anyway I ended up cancelling my doctors appointment as I felt too embarassed to go, thinking they'll think I just care about my looks, the cosmetics. Anyway... I ordered this product on a whim and only after reading a couple reviews, a desperate last attempt. I've put it on my face for 3 days now and the spots are 90% vanished, the hard lumps have gone, little pinkish still but barely visible, to say this stuff has been a miracle for me is an under statement, I know everyone's skin is different and may work for some and not others but this stuff worked amazingly for me.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Serum type formulation with dropper
*by M***N on 24 July 2026*

Had trouble getting this and my usual supplier stopped selling it .Helps keep my skin clear and easy use with a dropper.Ill be using again .

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ BEST SERUM FOR SPOTS AS AN ACNE PRONE PERSON
*by K***E on 24 June 2026*

FOR ALL ACNE PRONE PEOPLE !! I am very acne prone and suffered with it for years. THIS is the one thing that got rid of ALL my spots. Obviously everyone’s skin works differently but I stand by this. I dab it only on my spots, within 1-3 days the spots gone but it’s usually flat the next day. If I feel a breakout about to happen I do my whole face but not a lot. I’ve seen a huge difference and I’ve not used any other products for my acne since. I wish I knew about this a long time ago as now I have dark spots form previous spots I had before using the serum but it’s better now than never or even later lolz

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-08-10*