Clearing Skin Wash Salicylic Acid .501 mg/100mL Liquid
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Clearing Skin Wash is a topical liquid cleanser that contains salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid commonly used in acne-care products. Salicylic acid is typically used to help remove dead skin cells and reduce oiliness on the skin surface. This product is marketed as an over-the-counter monograph drug, meaning it is sold under FDA category rules for skin cleansers rather than as an individually approved application.
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Ascorbic acid, also known as vitamin C, is a white crystalline powder. It serves as an antioxidant to prevent degradation of other ingredients and may also function as a preservative in the formulation.
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Butylene glycol is a clear liquid derived from petroleum or plants that acts as a humectant, solvent, and preservative booster in medicines. It helps keep formulations stable, dissolve active ingredients, and maintain moisture in topical products.
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Camphor is a waxy, aromatic substance derived from camphor tree wood or made synthetically. In medicines, it typically serves as a preservative, flavoring agent, or mild skin irritant in topical products.
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A plant-derived surfactant made from coconut oil. It helps mix oil and water ingredients together in the formulation and can improve how the medicine spreads or feels on the skin.
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Echinacea angustifolia is a plant extract used as a natural flavoring or coloring agent in some medicines. It may also help preserve the product's stability or serve as a filler ingredient.
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Ethylhexylglycerin is a synthetic preservative used to prevent bacteria and mold from growing in medicines and personal care products. It helps keep the product safe and stable throughout its shelf life.
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Eucalyptus globulus leaf is a plant-derived ingredient that may serve as a flavoring agent or aromatic component in medications. It is commonly used to add taste or scent to oral formulations.
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Phytic acid is a naturally occurring compound found in plants that acts as a chelating agent and preservative in medicines. It helps stabilize formulations and prevent oxidation of active ingredients.
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A plant extract from gardenia flowers used as a natural colorant and flavor ingredient in medicines. It helps give the medication its color and taste.
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Garlic is a plant extract used as a flavor and aroma ingredient in medicines. It provides taste and smell to make the product more palatable.
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Glycerin is a clear, thick liquid derived from plant oils or fats. It acts as a humectant to retain moisture, a sweetener, and a solvent in medications.
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A plant extract from witch hazel leaves, used in medicines as a natural astringent and skin-soothing agent. It helps reduce irritation and is often included in topical formulations for its mild anti-inflammatory properties.
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A synthetic compound used in medicines as a preservative and antimicrobial agent. It helps prevent bacterial and fungal growth, extending the product's shelf life.
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A silicone-derived compound used as an emulsifier and conditioning agent. It helps blend oil and water components in formulations and improves texture and spreadability in topical products.
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A synthetic conditioning agent derived from stearic acid and ethyl compounds. It works as an antistatic and emulsifier in topical formulations to reduce static electricity, improve texture, and help mix oil and water-based ingredients.
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Isostearic acid is a fatty acid derived from vegetable oils. It acts as an emulsifier and lubricant in medicines, helping blend ingredients together and reducing friction during tablet or capsule manufacturing.
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Kaolin is a naturally occurring clay mineral. It's used in tablets and capsules as a filler and absorbent to add bulk, improve texture, and help bind ingredients together.
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Lemon is a citrus fruit extract used as a natural flavoring agent and acidulant to add tart taste and help preserve medicines while improving their palatability.
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Levomenthol is the left-handed form of menthol, a natural cooling compound from mint plants. It's used in medicines as a flavoring agent and to provide a cooling sensation on the skin or mucous membranes.
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A starch-derived carbohydrate produced by breaking down corn, potato, or tapioca starch. It functions as a filler and binder to give the medicine bulk and texture, and sometimes as a mild sweetener or texture enhancer in powders and tablets.
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A plant extract from lemon balm leaves, used as a flavoring and aromatic ingredient to improve the taste and smell of the medicine.
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Niacinamide is a form of vitamin B3, a water-soluble nutrient. In medicines, it may be added as a nutritional supplement or to support skin health, though its primary role here is as an active ingredient rather than a traditional inactive filler.
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A synthetic peptide derived from palm oil that functions as a skin-conditioning agent and emollient. In formulations, it helps soften and smooth the product texture while providing moisturizing properties to topical preparations.
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A plant material derived from passionflower that acts as a filler and binding agent in the formulation, helping hold the medicine together and add bulk to tablets or capsules.
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A synthetic emulsifier derived from polyethylene glycol and glucose. It helps blend oil and water-based ingredients together and improves the texture and spreadability of the product.
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Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid, a preservative. It's added to medicines to prevent growth of bacteria, fungi, and other microorganisms that could spoil the product.
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A plant-derived cleaning agent used as a surfactant and emulsifier. It helps mix water and oil-based ingredients together and improves how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
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Sodium methyl cocoyl taurate is a mild, plant-derived cleaning agent made from coconut oil and an amino acid. It's used in liquid formulations as a surfactant to help mix oil and water-based ingredients together and improve how the medicine spreads or is absorbed.
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A synthetic surfactant derived from oleic acid and the amino acid taurine. It helps dissolve and distribute oils and active ingredients evenly throughout the medication, improving how the body absorbs the drug.
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A sodium salt compound used as a chelating agent in medicines. It binds to metals and minerals to improve stability, prevent discoloration, and help the medication stay effective longer.
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Zinc PCA is a zinc salt of pyroglutamic acid, a naturally occurring amino acid derivative. It's used in medications as a skin-conditioning agent and to help maintain product stability and texture in topical formulations.
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| Price system | Per mL | Per package |
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| Retail pharmacies payNADAC · weekly | Not in the retail survey — common for institutional, discontinued, or low-volume packs. | |
| Medicaid paysCMS SDUD · 12 mo | No recent Medicaid claims on file for this NDC — rare and low-volume NDCs are suppressed in the public data. | |
| Medicare drug plans payPart D · quarterly | No Part D plan price is available for this NDC in our data. | |
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| Product | Labeler | Pack | NADAC/unit | TE | Status | Price vs. this |
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| Clearing Skin Wash .501 mg/100mLthis 68479-0942-02 | Dermalogica, | 1 bottle | — | — | FDA listed | — |
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📦 Packaging — all sizes for this product
| Package NDC | Description | Marketing start | Status |
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| 68479-0942-01 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (68479-942-01) / 50 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2024-11-01 | Active |
| 68479-0942-02 You're viewing this | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (68479-942-02) / 250 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2024-11-01 | Active |
| 68479-0942-03 | 1 BOTTLE in 1 CARTON (68479-942-03) / 500 mL in 1 BOTTLE | 2024-11-01 | Active |
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🎯 Indications and Usage ▾
Indications For the treatment of acne
⏱️ Dosage and Administration ▾
Directions Work a pea-sized amount into a lather in wet hands. Apply to dampened face and neck, massaging in circular motions while concentrating on areas of congestion and oiliness. Rinse thoroughly with warm water. Follow with recommended Active Clearing regimen. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.
⚠️ Warnings ▾
Warnings For external use only Do not use In or near eyes. If contact occurs, flush thoroughly with water. If irritation develops, discontinue use.
When using this product Skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur if you use another topical acne medication at the same time. If irritation occurs, only use one topical acne medication at a time. Keep out of reach of children.
If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
🧪 Active Ingredient ▾
Active Ingredient Salicylic Acid (0.5%)
🧪 Inactive Ingredients ▾
Inactive Ingredients Water/Aqua/Eau, Glycerin, Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Hydroxypropyl Bis-Hydroxyethyldimonium Chloride, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-120 Methyl Glucose Dioleate, Propanediol, Sodium PCA, Palmitoyl Tripeptide-5, Hydroxyacetophenone, Dipotassium Glycyrrhizate, Niacinamide, Hydrolyzed Gardenia Florida Extract, Gardenia Jasminoides Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Flower Extract, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Melissa Officinalis Leaf Extract, Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract, Passiflora Incarnata Extract, Laminaria Ochroleuca Extract, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Leaf Extract, Eucalyptus Globulus Leaf Extract, Echinacea Angustifolia Extract, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Extract, Chamomilla Recutita (Matricaria) Extract, Angelica Archangelica Extract, Allium Sativum (Garlic) Bulb Extract, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Butylene Glycol, Tocopherol, Zinc PCA, Ascorbic Acid, Propylene Glycol, Isostearamidopropyl Ethyldimonium Ethosulfate, Pentylene Glycol, Maltodextrin, PEG-8, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Methyl Oleoyl Taurate, Phytic Acid, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Sodium Hydroxide, Isostearic Acid, Isostearamidopropyl Dimethylamine, Kaolin, Aminomethyl Propanol, Citric Acid, Menthol, Camphor, Sodium Benzoate, Potassium Sorbate, Benzyl Alcohol.
🎯 Purpose ▾
Purpose Acne Treatment