BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum

Blue Wave 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum

Balancing Soothing Clarifying

|116 reviews

This clean acne serum clears blemishes, blackheads and whiteheads with maximum strength 2% salicylic acid. While salicylic acid dissolves deep pore congestion and prevents new breakouts from forming, plant-based powerhouses like clarifying willow bark, soothing blue tansy, and cooling aloe replenish the skin’s barrier and prevent signs of irritation. The result: clearer, calmer-looking skin and fewer breakouts. Benzene-free. Derm tested & endorsed.
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Product Details
  • Recommended for: Active acne & acne-prone skin 
  • Target concerns: Acne & inflamed breakouts, Blackheads & whiteheads, Congested pores, Oily skin 
  • Scent: Herbaceous, slightly medicinal
  • Texture: Silky, creamy 
  • Color: Pale blue

How to Use
  • Apply twice daily after cleansing to active acne and breakout-prone areas. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
  • Salicylic acid may increase sun sensitivity: always use SPF while using this product.
Ingredients
  • SALICYLIC ACID 2% A maximum strength acne medication that clears acne pimples, clarifies clogged pores, and prevents new blemishes from forming. 
  • WILLOW BARK EXTRACT A natural herbal source of BHA that helps control oil and support clear skin. 
  • BLUE TANSY OIL A plant-based source of azulene, a blue phytochemical that helps soothe the look of redness and balance oily skin. 
  • ALOE VERA A natural skin soother that helps hydrate dry skin and boost repair. 
  • SODIUM PCA A plant-based humectant that draws moisture into the skin to replenish the skin barrier. 
Full Ingredient List

Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Salicylic Acid ,Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Sodium PCA, Bisabolol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Diheptyl Succinate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Betaine, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Jasminum Sambac (Jasmine) Flower Extract, Galactoarabinan, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Soybean Peroxidase, Superoxide Dismutase, Sodium Hydroxide, Titanium Dioxide, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol
Recycling

Instructions:

  • Place outer carton into paper recycling.
  • Rinse the glass bottle thoroughly, and recycle.
  • Unfortunately pumps cannot be recycled at this time due to their many mixed parts. That's why Herbivore is moving to pumps that contain post-consumer recycled materials. Please dispose of them properly.


As an ultra-clean, plant-based brand, we make our products, source ingredients, and design packaging to be gentle on the planet and on our bodies. We package primarily in glass and paper, using recyclable plastic only where absolutely necessary. Always trying to reduce our footprint further, we are looking into ways to reduce and 100% eliminate all virgin plastic from our packaging by 2025.
BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
Blue Wave 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum

How to
Use

  • Apply twice daily after cleansing to active acne and breakout-prone areas. If irritation occurs, discontinue use.
  • Salicylic acid may increase sun sensitivity: always use SPF while using this product.

Key
Ingredients

SALICYLIC ACID

2%
WILLOW BARK EXTRACT

A natural herbal source of BHA that helps control oil and support clear skin. 
BLUE TANSY OIL

A plant-based source of azulene, a blue phytochemical that helps soothe the look of redness and balance oily skin. 
ALOE VERA

A natural skin soother that helps hydrate dry skin and boost repair. 
SODIUM PCA

A plant-based humectant that draws moisture into the skin to replenish the skin barrier. 

Full Ingredient List

Aqua/Water/Eau, Propanediol, Pentylene Glycol, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Salicylic Acid ,Cetearyl Alcohol, Coco-Glucoside, Hydrogenated Ethylhexyl Olivate, Polyacrylate Crosspolymer-6, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Tanacetum Annuum Flower Oil, Sodium PCA, Bisabolol, Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil, Vitis Vinifera (Grape) Seed Oil, Diheptyl Succinate, Hydrogenated Olive Oil Unsaponifiables, Capryloyl Glycerin/Sebacic Acid Copolymer, Melia Azadirachta Leaf Extract, Melia Azadirachta Flower Extract, Citric Acid, Caprylhydroxamic Acid, Corallina Officinalis Extract, Trisodium Ethylenediamine Disuccinate, Xanthan Gum, Coccinia Indica Fruit Extract, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Extract, Betaine, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Solanum Melongena (Eggplant) Fruit Extract, Jasminum Sambac (Jasmine) Flower Extract, Galactoarabinan, Curcuma Longa (Turmeric) Root Extract, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Flower/Leaf Extract, Ocimum Sanctum Leaf Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Leuconostoc Ferment Filtrate, Soybean Peroxidase, Superoxide Dismutase, Sodium Hydroxide, Titanium Dioxide, Linalool, Benzyl Alcohol

Frequently asked questions
How is this product different from other acne products?

The creamy, moisturizing, barrier friendly formula.
Will this irritate or dry my skin?

We formulated this product to be gentle and not irritate skin. Every skin is different so we recommend you do a patch test if you are concerned.
Can I use this product if I am pregnant or breastfeeding?

It is not recommended that pregnant or breastfeeding women use products like this that contain salicylic acid.
Can I stop using this once my acne is better?

It is recommended you use this and all acne products regularly, even when you are satisfied with the results to help prevent future breakouts.

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Our products are designed with recyclability in mind and made consciously with glass, aluminum, and paper materials to minimize unnecessary use of plastic.

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116 reviews
  • K
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    BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
    I recommend this product
    Age 18-24
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Oiliness
    My Skin Results Smoother
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    1 month ago
    Sooooooo good

    Worked REALLY well on my skin, as an every day serum in my routine. It got rid of a lot of my nose acne.

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  • Jennie B.
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    BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
    I recommend this product
    Age 45-54
    Skin Type Dry
    Skin Concerns Acne, Anti-Aging, Sensitivity, Dryness, Dullness
    My Skin Results Smoother, Improved blemishes, Clearer, Firmer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    3 months ago
    The whole family loves it

    My family and I all love this serum. It reduces breakouts, and makes the skin feel great.

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  • Maya N.
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    BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
    Age 55+
    Skin Type Oily
    Skin Concerns Anti-Aging, Pores, Oiliness, Dullness, Acne
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    6 months ago
    Verdict pending

    For reference, I am 61 with moderately oily skin. I suffered with cystic acne from age 14-45! My complexion is now finally and blissfully clear, except for blackheads on my nose. I've tried 101 salicylic acid products and none of them have made much of a difference. I was hoping that this one would actually work. But I've been using it every night for almost three weeks, and it's working only very slightly better than most of the other products I've tried. Maybe it just needs some more time, we'll see. I'm also considering applying it twice a day to see if that improves the results. It is so non-greasy that your skin will look bare after you apply it. I like that, and I also love that it's non-irritating and has no noticeable aroma.

    I love Herbivores natural, non-toxic formulas and pretty bottles! I'm a repeat customer from way back. But I will not be repurchasing this product unless I see some more noticeable results, especially at this price point!

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  • RITU K.
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    BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
    Age 45-54
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Dullness, Anti-Aging, Acne
    Rated 3 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Nice texture

    This product absorbs nicely and has a great texture, but I have yet to see any improvement in the acne on my cheeks. Doesn't dry my skin out, but whether it's doing anything is dubious thus far. I've been using it for weeks with zero improvement. Would likely not purchase again unless I start to see some improvement.

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  • James B.
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    BLUE WAVE 2% Salicylic Acid Medicated Acne Clearing Serum
    I recommend this product
    Age 55+
    Skin Type Combination
    Skin Concerns Acne, Pores, Oiliness
    My Skin Results Reduced redness, Improved blemishes, Clearer
    Rated 5 out of 5 stars
    7 months ago
    Rosacea/Stage 4 Cancer

    Since starting this serum my rosacea, clogged pores and trapped oil have improved greatly with less break outs and trapped oil under my skin and having tried a few different salicylic acid products this has not dried out my skin so I will keep using and see how my face in doing after 6 weeks of use.

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