Oil Control Serum - Salicylic Acid 2% + Niacinamide 3%
A niacinamide-based formula targeting pore refinement and oil control, fragrance free.
- Oily and acne prone skin
- Acne prone skin
- Combination skin
₹449 · ₹15/ml • Analysed 4 June 2026
A leave-on BHA serum with Salicylic Acid at a brand-confirmed 2% (the maximum permitted OTC concentration in India and the EU) and Niacinamide at a brand-confirmed 3%. The formula uses Liposomal Technology for the Salicylic Acid delivery - encapsulating the BHA in phospholipid liposomes that improve skin penetration and reduce surface irritation by releasing the active more gradually. Niacinamide at 3% independently regulates sebum production and reduces the inflammation associated with acne. The combination of a pore-clearing BHA with a sebum-regulating B vitamin targets both the symptom (blocked pores) and the cause (excess oil). Fragrance-free and alcohol-free.
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
At a glance
What was checked
Each claim checked against publicly available evidence: published test reports, the ingredient list, and regulatory data.
No fragrance of any kind found in the INCI. No parfum, no essential oils, no Benzyl Alcohol.
Score breakdown
How this product was rated across four areas. Open any row for the full rationale.
Ingredient SafetyExcellent45/50Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.
Salicylic Acid at 2% is the maximum concentration permitted for leave-on cosmetic use in both EU and India. Liposomal encapsulation reduces surface irritation risk compared to free-form SA at the same concentration - a meaningful safety advantage, particularly for sensitive or rosacea-prone skin attempting BHA for the first time. Niacinamide at 3% is exceptionally well-tolerated. No synthetic fragrance, no parabens, no SLES, no alcohol (ethanol). The formula pH is not disclosed - important context for a BHA product, since Salicylic Acid requires an acidic pH to be in its active free-acid form. Photosensitivity increases with BHA use; SPF is recommended.
Formula DesignExcellent18/20Liposomal Salicylic Acid is a meaningful formulation advancement over standard BHA serums.
Liposomal Salicylic Acid is a meaningful formulation advancement over standard BHA serums. The phospholipid liposomes encapsulate SA, improving how effectively it reaches the pore lining while releasing it slowly to reduce surface irritation - a better tolerance profile with equivalent or improved efficacy. Niacinamide at 3% complements the BHA by regulating the sebum overproduction that leads to pore congestion in the first place. Together, the formula addresses both the congestion (BHA) and the root trigger (sebum/Niacinamide). Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate offset BHA-associated drying. The formula pH is not disclosed, which is a notable gap for a BHA product.
Claims EvidenceExcellent18/20Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.
Full ingredient list on thedeconstruct.in. Salicylic Acid at 2% and Niacinamide at 3% are brand-confirmed. The Liposomal Technology claim is made on the product page without independent verification data. Formula pH is not disclosed - this is worth flagging for a leave-on acid product. No unsupported efficacy claims beyond the liposomal delivery mention. Deconstruct publishes ingredient education content across its product range.
Ethics & SustainabilityFair5/10Cruelty-free.
Cruelty-free. Vegan. No synthetic fragrance or dyes. Indian brand. Liposomal encapsulation technology uses phospholipids (typically soy or sunflower-derived). Uses Disodium EDTA rather than a biodegradable alternative. Packaging is minimal and functional.
Ingredient list
15 ingredients · INCI order
| Ingredient |
|---|
Water/Aqua |
Niacinamide |
Methylpropanediol |
Salicylic Acid |
Glycerin |
Lecithin |
Pentylene Glycol |
Sodium Hyaluronate |
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Allantoin |
Panthenol |
Carbomer |
Sodium Hydroxide |
Phenoxyethanol |
Ethylhexylglycerin |
Disodium EDTA |
INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).
Consumer reviews
This is a web evidence review, not a Clean Sheet certification. We checked the ingredient list, publicly available test reports, marketing claims, and formula logic using only public information available at the time of review.
Full methodology
- What global regulations say about each ingredient
- What toxicology evidence shows at cosmetic concentrations
- What formula concentration context changes
- What the product format and leave-on contact time changes
- What the stated user group needs
- What published test evidence confirms
- What the brand is claiming vs what evidence supports
Oily, acne-prone skin is India's most common skin type, driven by climate, genetics, and dietary patterns. Salicylic Acid's oil-solubility allows it to penetrate sebum-blocked pores directly. The liposomal delivery makes this better-tolerated than standard 2% BHA serums - useful for first-time acid users or those with reactive skin. Use SPF 30+ daily - BHA increases photosensitivity. Follow with a non-comedogenic moisturiser to maintain barrier integrity.
