Precursor to salicylates (requires conversion to salicyl alcohol then salicylic acid); anti-inflammatory; mild exfoliant via salicylate pathway; not equivalent to free salicylic acid in concentration terms, claims of salicylic acid equivalence require substantiation; aspirin allergy cross-reactivity possible but lower than free acid
Function & Common Use
Active (anti-inflammatory / mild exfoliant)
Active Ingredient
Natural exfoliants willow bark extract products
Vegetable (willow bark)
Concentration Limits
No limit
No limit
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Salicin safe to use in skincare?
Salicin has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Precursor to salicylates (requires conversion to salicyl alcohol then salicylic acid); anti-inflammatory; mild exfoliant via salicylate pathway; not equivalent to free salicylic acid in concentration terms, claims of salicylic acid equivalence require substantiation; aspirin allergy cross-reactivity possible but lower than free acid
Is Salicin allowed in India?
Salicin is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.
What is Salicin used for in cosmetics?
Salicin functions as: Active (anti-inflammatory / mild exfoliant). It is commonly found in: Natural exfoliants willow bark extract products.
Regulatory Status
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