Salicylic acid, an active ingredient in many lotions, treats a variety of dermatological conditions ranging from acne to psoriasis. Applying salicylic acid to your skin causes it to swell, soften and flake off, according to Drugs.com. It also keeps your pores from clogging, which prevents breakouts. Lotions containing salicylic acid can be obtained over-the-counter. Burt's Bees, Neutrogena, and Clean and Clear facial care lines all carry lotions containing salicylic acid.
Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Daily Moisturizing Lotion
The active ingredient in Burt's Bees Natural Acne Solutions Daily Moisturizing Lotion is salicylic acid. The 1 percent salicylic acid it contains is naturally derived from willow bark extract. This lotion has been tested by dermatologists and has been found to be gentle on skin while preventing acne breakouts. In addition to the salicylic acid, this lotion also contains lemongrass and goldenseal to soothe your skin.
Neutrogena Oil-Free Anti-Acne Moisturizer
Neutrogena's Oil-Free Anti-Acne Moisturizer contains 0.5 percent salicylic acid, combined with aloe and chamomile to calm your skin. Because this lotion does not contain any oil, it hydrates without leaving a greasy feel. Neutrogena recommends using this lotion daily to achieve noticeably healthier skin.
Clean and Clear Oil-Free Dual-Action Moisturizer
Clean and Clear also makes an oil-free lotion with 0.5 percent salicylic acid to aid in opening pores by speeding up your skin's natural renewal process. It also contains gentle moisturizers to keep your skin nourished while the lotion works to unclog pores and speed the skin's renewal process.
