Alba Botanica Acnedote 2% Salicylic Acid Face & Body Scrub, 8 oz — Maximum Strength Exfoliating Treatment

Alba Botanica Acnedote Maximum Strength Face & Body Scrub is a 2% salicylic-acid exfoliating cleanser for face and body that helps clear and prevent blemishes while gently removing dead skin and oil.

This scrub combines clinical-strength salicylic acid with botanical extracts in a vegetarian, cruelty-free formula designed for acne-prone skin on both the face and body. It’s formulated to loosen pore-clogging oil and debris while providing mechanical exfoliation to smooth texture. The product avoids parabens, phthalates and synthetic fragrances and is presented in an 8 oz bottle suitable for daily or targeted use.

How does this scrub help reduce breakouts?

The core active is 2% salicylic acid, a beta-hydroxy acid that helps dissolve oil and dead skin inside pores. Combined with gentle physical exfoliants and willow bark-derived botanicals, the scrub clears surface buildup and helps skin shed more evenly, reducing the conditions that lead to blemishes.

• 2% salicylic acid targets pore-clogging oil and debris
• Mechanical exfoliation smooths rough texture and blackheads
• Botanical willow bark complements chemical exfoliation
• Formulated to use on face and body, including back and chest acne

Can I use it every day and how should I apply it?

Many people use this scrub a few times per week, increasing frequency as tolerated; daily use may be suitable for oilier skin but monitor for irritation. Apply to damp skin, massage in gentle circular motions, then rinse thoroughly; avoid over-scrubbing sensitive or compromised areas.

• Use on damp skin, massage gently, rinse completely
• Start 2–3 times weekly, adjust frequency based on skin response
• Avoid combining with other strong exfoliants or retinoids without guidance
• Patch-test first if your skin is reactive or freshly treated

Is this product safe for use on body acne like back or chest breakouts?

Yes — the formula is labeled for both face and body, so it’s intended for larger areas prone to breakout congestion. Its combination of salicylic acid and scrubbing particles helps clear follicles and smooth bumpy texture where body acne commonly forms.

• 8 oz bottle sized for face and body treatments
• Targets common body acne zones such as back and shoulders
• Vegetarian, fragrance-free of synthetic perfumes to limit irritation
• Cruelty-free and Leaping Bunny recognized

What ingredients and sensitivities should I be aware of?

The active ingredient is salicylic acid (2%), supported by botanical extracts like willow bark; the formula excludes parabens and phthalates. Because salicylic acid can increase sun sensitivity, use SPF during the day and discontinue if you experience severe redness or prolonged irritation.

• Active: 2% salicylic acid (BHA) for pore exfoliation
• Botanical support: willow bark solution and other plant-derived ingredients
• Free from parabens, phthalates, synthetic fragrances; vegetarian
• Not a substitute for professional dermatological care if needed

Who this is for: This scrub is designed for people with oily, combination, or acne-prone skin seeking a targeted face and body exfoliator that balances chemical and physical action. It’s suited for consumers who prefer vegetarian and cruelty-free personal care, need a larger-format product for body use, and want a straightforward acne-targeted scrub without synthetic fragrances. If you have very dry or extremely sensitive skin, consider patch-testing or consulting a skincare professional before regular use.

Ingredients

Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (2.0 %), Acne Treatment. Inactive Ingredients: Aqua (Water), Aloe Barbadendsis Leaf Juice (Certified Organic Ingredient), Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Juglans Regia (Walnut) Shell Powder, Glycerin, Spiraea Ulmaria Extract, Lens Esculenta (Lentil) Fruit Extract, Glycyrrhiza Glabra (Licorice) Rhizome/Root, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil (For Scent Only), Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil (For Scent Only), Mentha Piperita (Peppermint) Oil (For Scent Only), Algin, Allantoin, Citric Acid, Panthenol, Cellulose Gum, Sclerotium Gum, Xanthan Gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Phenoxyethanol, Citral, Limonene, Linalool.