In general, the causes of facial breakouts in adults are the same as those in teenagers

Acne occurs in part when there is a buildup of dead skin cells in the pores. Salicylic acid helps normalize the shedding of the skin cells inside the pores and helps prevent the clogging that, along with oil and bacteria, can produce pimples.

Be patient. If used regularly, products containing salicylic acid are a proven method for treating acne and helping prevent future breakouts.

MICROCLEAR Technology

Help outsmart acne with the genius of MICROCLEAR, a revolutionary technology scientifically shown to dissolve oil and help boost delivery of salicylic acid to the source of breakouts.

Salicylic Acid & Acne

If you look closely at the labels of many acne medications, you'll notice that the active ingredient in many is salicylic acid.

About NEUTROGENA Brand

NEUTROGENA is a brand of Johnson & Johnson Consumer Inc. A dermatologist-recommended skincare brand, NEUTROGENA offers some of the world's most loved beauty and skin care lines, and manufactures and markets products in over 70 countries.