2% Sali-Cinamide Anti-Acne Face Wash

A dual-active BHA + niacinamide rinse-off cleanser with Salicylic Acid at 2% and Niacinamide at 2% (both brand-confirmed). The primary surfactant is Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate, a mild amino acid-derived anionic surfactant significantly gentler than SLS. The formula includes the Aquaxyl prebiotic moisture complex (Xylitylglucoside, Anhydroxylitol, Xylitol) and Glyceryl Glucoside as hydration preservers. Phoenix Dactylifera (date palm) extract and Olea Europaea (olive) fruit oil at lower positions provide conditioning benefit. Cica (Centella Asiatica) Extract and Panthenol are included for post-cleansing soothing. Benzophenone-4 (a UV filter) appears in the formula likely as a UV-protecting ingredient for the formula's stability, not as a SPF in use. Contains a synthetic dye implicitly via Polysorbate 80 solubilisation.

MOSTLYCLEAN

Mostly Clean

Best for

Oily and acne prone skin
Acne Prone Skin
Daily Use

₹299 · ₹4/ml • Analysed 11 June 2026

India Context

2% SA + 2% Niacinamide in a rinse-off format is effective for acne-prone oily skin in India's tropical climate. The prebiotic Aquaxyl complex is especially relevant for monsoon season when cleansing is more frequent. Suitable as twice-daily cleanser for most oily skin types.

Key Ingredients

Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate•Polyacrylate-33•Disodium CocoamphodiacetateView all ingredients

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Ingredient & Safety

Formula Logic

Public Claim Support

Transparency

Consumer Clarity

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

✓Fragrance free

✓Alcohol free

✓Paraben free

What was checked

3 claims checked against public evidence

Strong

2% Salicylic AcidVerified

Brand-confirmed; standard OTC acne concentration.

Published evidence

Anti-acne actionVerified

SA at 2% has strong evidence for acne and blackhead clearance.

Published evidence

Niacinamide benefitsNeeds context

Niacinamide present but concentration not confirmed.

Brand claim

Verified: confirmed from public evidenceSupported: consistent with available evidenceNeeds context: relevant for some usersNot verified: could not be confirmed

The breakdown

Mostly credible with gaps

Public Evidence Score across 5 pillars. Open any row for the full rationale.

Ingredient Safety

Strong

Clean allergen profile with a fragrance free formula.

Full INCI published. Rinse-off product so exposure time is brief. Salicylic Acid at 2% is within India/global permitted cosmetic limits. No parabens, SLES (uses Sodium Lauryl Sulfoacetate - milder surfactant), no synthetic fragrance. Zinc Sulphate within normal limits.

Formula Logic

Strong

Salicylic Acid at 2% (brand-confirmed) is the standard OTC acne concentration.

Salicylic Acid at 2% (brand-confirmed) is the standard OTC acne concentration. Niacinamide presence adds anti-inflammatory support but position suggests low concentration. SLSA as primary surfactant is a gentler choice vs SLES. Formula appropriate for oily/acne-prone skin types.

Claims Evidence

Strong

Good evidence for stated claims based on public information.

Salicylic acid 2% confirmed. Niacinamide concentration not confirmed. Anti-acne and pore-cleansing claims are plausibly supported by the actives present. No clinical study specific to this wash published.

Test Transparency

Grade CFair

SA concentration confirmed.

SA concentration confirmed. Niacinamide and other supporting actives unconfirmed. No published efficacy or safety certificates for this specific product.

Consumer Clarity

Strong

Product name references both actives (Sali-cinamide).

Product name references both actives (Sali-cinamide). Clear indication for acne-prone skin. Usage instructions present. Minor concern: 'Cinamide' portmanteau may cause labelling confusion for some consumers.

Ingredient list

29 ingredients · INCI order

Strong

SafeNoteCaution

Ingredient	What it does
Aqua	Solvent base
Sodium Lauroyl Sarcosinate	Mild amino acid-derived anionic surfactant; gentler than SLS, low irritation
Polyacrylate-33	Polymer thickener and emulsion stabiliser
Disodium Cocoamphodiacetate	Amphoteric coconut-derived surfactant, very mild
Cocamidopropyl Betaine	Amphoteric foam booster, low irritation
Glycerin	Humectant
Caprylyl/Capryl Glucoside	Sugar-derived surfactant, gentle, biodegradable
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate	Mild taurate surfactant
Niacinamide	Brand-confirmed 2%; anti-inflammatory, acne mark fading
Salicylic Acid	Brand-confirmed 2%; BHA pore-clearing and anti-acne
Sodium Hydroxide	pH adjuster
Phenoxyethanol	Preservative, within EU/India 1% limit
Ethylhexylglycerin	Preservative booster
Xylitol	Part of Aquaxyl prebiotic complex, humectant
Glucose	Moisturising sugar, skin conditioning
Anhydroxylitol	Part of Aquaxyl complex, moisture retention
Phoenix Dactylifera Extract	Date palm extract, skin conditioning and antioxidant
Glyceryl Glucoside	Prebiotic skin-hydrating active
Betaine	Osmolyte humectant
Benzophenone-4	UV filter (Sulisobenzone) used for formula photostability, not as a skin SPF; aquatic toxicity data noted
Sodium Benzoate	Preservative; no benzene risk in the absence of free ascorbic acid
Cica Extract	Centella Asiatica, anti-inflammatory and soothing
D-Panthenol	Vitamin B5, barrier repair
Allantoin	Soothing and skin-repairing
Xylitylglucoside	Part of Aquaxyl complex
Cocamidopropyl Dimethylamine	Mild conditioning agent
Carthamus Tinctorius Seed Oil	Safflower oil, emollient; conditioning at tail position
Olea Europaea Fruit Oil	Olive oil, emollient; conditioning at tail position
Polysorbate 80	Non-ionic emulsifier/solubiliser for oils

INCI order as declared on packaging. Position reflects approximate concentration (high to low).

Regulatory screen

Each ingredient mapped against 10 global regulatory authorities

Review

EU 1223/2009EU Cosmetics Regulation - Annexes II–VI

Pass - Salicylic Acid in rinse-off within 2% cosmetic limit

India CR 2020India Cosmetics Rules, CDSCO

Pass - compliant with Indian Cosmetics Regulation 2020

Health Canada HotlistCanada prohibited & restricted ingredients

Pass

US FDA 21 CFRUS FDA Parts 700–740

Pass - Salicylic Acid within OTC monograph for acne at 2%

MFDS KoreaKorea Cosmetics Act

Pass

ECHA SVHCSubstances of Very High Concern

Pass - no SVHC candidates identified

IARCCarcinogen classifications Groups 1/2A/2B

Pass - no IARC Group 1/2A carcinogens

AICIS AustraliaAustralian industrial chemical safety

Pass

TGA AustraliaTherapeutic claims (if applicable)

Pass

Canada NHPIDNatural health product ingredients

Pass

Flags are based on publicly available INCI only. Not a substitute for full regulatory compliance review.

Claims checked

2 of 3 publicly supported

Strong

2% Salicylic AcidPublicly supported

Brand-confirmed; standard OTC acne concentration.

Evidence visible

Anti-acne actionPublicly supported

SA at 2% has strong evidence for acne and blackhead clearance.

Evidence visible

Niacinamide benefitsNeeds proof

Niacinamide present but concentration not confirmed.

Mentioned only

What would strengthen this review

Public evidence the brand could provide to close verification gaps

○Niacinamide concentration confirmation
○Product-specific clinical or consumer study

About this review

A well-designed rinse-off acne wash. SLSA instead of SLES is a genuine formulation upgrade. Salicylic Acid at confirmed 2% is the highest cosmetic-use level. Brief contact time limits active penetration, so paired leave-on actives are recommended.

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