Skip to content

Skin Conditioning

SALICIN

CAS 138-52-3
80

Safety score · 0–100

Good

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

Salicin — the willow-bark precursor of salicylic acid. Gives mild smoothing and anti-inflammatory effects with less sting than BHA. Generally well-tolerated; salicylate-sensitive users should patch test.

Skin benefits

  • Plant-derived (willow bark) precursor to salicylic acid
  • Mild keratolytic / smoothing effect
  • Anti-inflammatory
  • Natural alternative to BHA for sensitive skin

Known concerns

  • Salicylate sensitivity in some individuals
  • Slow in-skin conversion to salicylic acid
  • Pregnancy-cautious like other salicylates

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related skin conditionings

80
(PHYLLANTHUS EMBLICA/SERENOA SERRULATA) FRUIT/ROSA MULTIFLORA) EXTRACT
Skin Conditioning
 80
2-OLEAMIDO-1,3-OCTADECANEDIOL
Skin Conditioning
 80
ABELMOSCHUS MANIHOT FLOWER WATER
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETAMIDOCAPROIC ACID
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL D-ASPARAGINYL D-VALINYL D-VALINYL D-LYSINAMIDE
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL D-LEUCYL D-SERINYL D-SERINYL D-PHENYLALANINE
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-20
Skin Conditioning
 80
ACETYL HEXAPEPTIDE-76 AMIDE
Skin Conditioning

Check your shelf

Find SALICIN in your products.

Scan any cosmetic product with LuxSense to see if it contains SALICIN and get a full ingredient breakdown with safety scores.

This profile is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice. Regulatory status and scientific understanding evolve, so always read the physical product label and consult a healthcare professional for personal concerns.