Betaine Salicylate
Betaine Salicylate is a keratolytic and antimicrobial ingredient. It’s in 12 products on Poliage, most often toner, exfoliant and mask. Avoid lists on Poliage that include it: Salicylic acid.
Updated October 21, 2026
In plain English
Betaine salicylate: used to limit microbial growth and loosen dead surface skin.
What it does
Contains Betaine Salicylate: antimicrobial
Function listed in CosIng
Contains Betaine Salicylate: keratolytic
Function listed in CosIng
Source: CosIng, the European Commission cosmetic ingredient database, ref 54747, accessed October 22, 2026.
Products that contain Betaine Salicylate
COSRX
AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Anua
Azelaic Acid 10 Hyaluron Redness Soothing Serum
Serum · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
COSRX
BHA Blackhead Power Liquid
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Thrive Causemetics
Bright Balance 2-in-1 Instant Exfoliator
Exfoliant · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Fenty Skin
Cherry Dub BHA Toner with Salicylic Acid + Aloe Juice
Toner · Lists fragrance, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Anua
Peach 70 Niacin Brightening Collagen Mask
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Hanskin
Pore Cleansing Oil - BHA
Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid, coconut derivatives
Renee Rouleau
Rapid Response Detox Masque
Mask · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid
Renee Rouleau
Rapid Response Detox Toner
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid
sephora
Lists fragrance, fragrance allergens, exfoliating acid, salicylic acid
Glow Recipe
Watermelon Glow PHA+BHA Pore-Tight Toner
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid
Medicube
Zero Pore Toner
Toner · Lists exfoliating acid, essential oils, salicylic acid
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