Salicylic Foaming Wash
A gentle exfoliating cleanser that sloughs away dead skin cells, impurities, and acne-causing bacteria for clear, smooth skin.
- Target acne
- Exfoliate skin
- Retain moisture
- Repair skin barrier
Reduces blackheads, whiteheads, and pimples
Softens and smooths dry patches
Hydrates skin barrier
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Can I use this with my custom formula?
Yes! The Salicylic Foaming Wash can be incorporated into your routine once your skin has adjusted to Software’s clinical-strength formulas. We recommend waiting between 6-8 weeks before introducing it gradually.
Hero ingredients
Gluconolactone (poly-hydroxy acid)
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Gently lifts and exfoliates surface-layer skin cells to reveal soft and renewed skin.
Salicylic acid (beta-hydroxy acid)
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Exfoliates and unclogs pores, clears away bacteria and reduces blackheads.
Probiocin V
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Soothes and moisturises scalp while reducing redness and irritation.
ProRenew Complex
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Balances scalp microbiome and improves skin barrier function.
Aquaxyl/Saccharide
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Deeply moisturises the top layer of the scalp to reduce flaking and dryness.
Follicusan DP
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Vitalises the scalp and hair follicles to support hair growth.
Saccharide
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Major component in natural moisturising factors that nourishes the scalp.
Elaya Renova
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Stimulates collagen at the base of the hair follicle to strengthen hair anchoring.
PatcH20
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Intensely moisturises the scalp for barrier protection.
Glycerin
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Works immediately to tighten skin, making the surface seem firmer and tighter.
Hyaluronic acid (LMW MMW)
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Medium and low molecular weight hyaluronic acid provides intense hydration from the middle to the deepest layers of the skin.
Hyaluronic acid (LMW)
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Provides intense hydration from the middle to the deepest layers of the skin.
Chromium
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Helps to maintain healthy blood sugar levels and support carbohydrate metabolism.
Vitamin B5
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An essential nutrient that regulates skin barrier function, including oil production, which in turn helps to reduce acne.
Zinc
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Help reduce redness and irritation associated with acne, while also targeting free radical production.
Niacinamide
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Delivers moisture and strengthens the skin barrier.
Tea tree oil
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Classic for a reason. An ideal addition to acne treatment blends due to its antifungal and antibacterial properties.
Glycolic acid
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This unique alpha hydroxy acid deeply penetrates skin and sheds dead cells, while also stimulating collagen production.
N-acetyle glucosamine
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Occurring naturally in our skin, this amino sugar targets fine lines and pigmentation as it hydrates and heals.
Arginine
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Contains antioxidant effects that target free radicals while replenishing skin and helping to repair damage.
Natural Moisturising Factors (NMF)
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Dual action to attract and retain moisture in the skin for instant and long-term skin hydration.
Ceramide NP
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Protects the skin from environmental stressors such as pollution and climate, while replenishing skin lipids.
Polysaccharide complex
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Attracts and retains moisture while maintaining skin barrier integrity and supporting water circulation.
Hydroviton®
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Attracts and retains moisture while maintaining skin barrier integrity and improving complexion.
Sodium hyaluronate crosspolymer
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Forms an occlusive barrier to protect skin from transepidermal water loss.
Vectorised hyaluronic acid
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Provides deep layer hydration while plumping the skin and reducing appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Raspberry seed oil
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Anti-bacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.
Fatty acids
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Mimics the skin’s natural fatty acid composition and supports skin barrier function.
Bacillus ferment, jojoba seed and oat kernel oils
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Contains prebiotics and postbiotics for a healthy and well-nourished microbiome.
Vitamin A
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Reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, stimulates cell renewal and improves skin structure and elasticity.
Gluconolactone
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A poly-hydroxy acid that gently lifts and exfoliates surface layer skin cells to reveal soft and renewed skin.
Vitamin E
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Protects the skin from environmentally-induced free radicals such as UV and pollution.
Salicylic acid
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A beta-hydroxy acid that exfoliates and unclogs pores, clears away bacteria and reduces blackheads.
Ferulic acid
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Refines the appearance of dull looking skin and boosts the activity of Vitamin C while repairing skin on a deep level.
Lanosterol esters
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Repairs and restores natural skin emollience and traps moisture for supple, soft and nourished skin.
Alpha-lipoic acid
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A potent antioxidant that helps brighten skin tone, improve the appearance of fine lines and enhance skin radiance.
Bemotrizinol
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Broad spectrum UV filter that protects against both UVA and UVB rays.
Vitamin C
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Reduces pigmentation and dark spots, while supporting collagen production and provides protection to the skin barrier.
Butyloctyl salicylate
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Supports stablisation of UV-filters while maintaining a smooth, moisturising feel.
Squalane
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Moisturises, hydrates and provides antioxidant protection to strengthen, repair and protect the skin barrier.
Ceramides
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Protects from environmental stressors like weather and pollution and replenishes skin lipids.
Seabuckthorn oil
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Stimulates regenerative actions of the skin barrier, boosts skin elasticity and reduces water loss.
Hyaluronic Acid
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Moisturises and hydrates deep in the skin cells, repairing dry skin and preventing the formation of fine lines and wrinkles.
Rosehip oil
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Naturally high in Vitamin A and C and a host of fatty acids that help to refine the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
Sodium PCA
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Attract and retains up to 250 times its own weight in water, keeping the skin moisturised and hydrated.
Sandalwood seed oil
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Keeps skin in optimal condition thanks to its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and antibacterial qualities.
Propanediol
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Avocado extract that reduces puffiness under the eye and regulates pigmentation.
Fucus Vesiculosis Extract
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Prevents and reduces vascular inflammation to help reduce dark circles.
Sodium hyaluronate
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Attracts, binds, and retains moisture in the skin barrier layers to keep skin hydrated and healthy.
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8
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Penetrates the skin’s deep layers to prevent the appearance of expression lines and wrinkles.
Nonapeptide-1
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Energises skin cells to brighten and smooth the skin.
Full ingredient list
Aqua, Glycerin, Cocoamidopropyl Betaine, Cocoamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Sodium Cocoamphoacetate, Lauryl Glucoside, Sodium Chloride, Phenoxyethanol, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Sodium Lauryl Carboxylate, Salicylic Acid, Gluconolactone, Potassium Sorbate, Xanthan Gum, Carbomer, Disodium EDTA, Sodium Hyaluronate, Ceramide NP
Designed to enhance your custom formula
Questions?
We’ve got answers brought to you by Software’s skincare experts.
Can I use the Salicylic Foaming Wash with my custom formula?
Yes! The Salicylic Foaming Wash can be incorporated into your routine once your skin has adjusted to Software’s personalised Acne, Ageing or Pigmentation formulas. We recommend waiting 6-8 weeks before introducing it gradually.
How often should I use the Salicylic Foaming Wash?
The Salicylic Foaming Wash contains BHAs. To avoid over-exfoliating your skin, we recommend using it 2-3 times a week only, and a gentle cleanser at other times.
Can I use salicylic acid with other active ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C and niacinamide?
To minimise irritation, we do not recommend combining salicylic acid products with other active ingredients such as retinol, vitamin C, and niacinamide. If your skin is extra sensitive, this may result in side effects such as redness and flushing.
Instead, use the Salicylic Foaming Wash at different times or days if you are also using the Retinol Complex Oil, Vitamin C + Ferulic Serum, or niacinamide products. This would ensure the effectiveness of each product isn't reduced.
What does salicylic acid do to skin?
Salicylic acid is a BHA that exfoliates the skin, unclogs blocked pores, and clears away dead skin cells, dirt and oil.
Does salicylic acid help acne?
Yes! When your pores become clogged with dead skin cells and debris, pimples tend to appear. Salicylic acid dissolves these dead skin cells while also reducing the skin’s production of sebum (oil), leading to fewer breakouts. It also encourages a faster healing time for inflamed pimples.
Is the Salicylic Foaming Wash safe for pregnancy or breast-feeding?
Yes, the Salicylic Foaming Wash is safe for pregnancy and breast-feeding.