Astringent No. 2 is a toner built around 2% salicylic acid, essential oils, and healing botanicals. It refreshes skin while helping dry up acne, fight bacteria, calm redness, and control excess oil.
Benefits
Helps clear and prevent breakouts by dissolving oil and buildup inside pores
Controls excess oil and shine throughout the day
Fights acne-causing bacteria
Calms redness and refreshes skin
Tightens the look of pores
Ideal For
Oily or combination skin
Acne-prone or breakout-prone skin
Enlarged pores or excess shine
Not recommended for dry or sensitive skin
How To Use
After cleansing, apply to a cotton pad and sweep over the area being treated, then follow with your other serums and moisturizer. Use as needed, up to 3 times a week or as your skin can tolerate.
Ingredients
Built around 2% salicylic acid, this toner is blended with witch hazel and horse chestnut to help control oil, plus tea tree oil for its purifying properties and calming botanicals like arnica and aloe vera to soothe skin.
The practical things clients ask us about this product.
How long before I see clearer skin?
Oil control is often noticeable within days, while breakout frequency typically improves over 3-4 weeks of consistent use.
Can this dry out my skin if overused?
Yes, using it more than a few times a week can lead to excess dryness or irritation. Start slow and adjust frequency based on how your skin responds.
Is this safe to use with other acne treatments?
It can be combined with benzoyl peroxide spot treatments, but avoid stacking with other high-strength exfoliating acids to prevent over-drying.
Can I use this with retinol?
Alternate them rather than layering on the same night, especially at first. Stacking acids and retinoids is the most common cause of irritation we see in clinic.
Is it okay during pregnancy?
Guidance varies by ingredient and strength. Check with your doctor or midwife, and tell us you're expecting so we can review your whole routine.
Is some tingling normal?
Mild tingling that fades within a few minutes can be normal with active ingredients. Burning, swelling or a rash is not. Rinse it off, stop using it, and contact us.
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