Common Name(s): Silanediol salicylate
DESCRIPTION
What It Does: Provides anti-acne and gentle exfoliation with improved skin penetration from the silanediol delivery system.
Why It's Used: Used for acne-prone skin care combining bha exfoliation with silicon-enhanced delivery.
How It Works: Silanediol (dihydroxysilane) provides a skin-compatible silicon-based delivery vehicle; salicylate provides bha-type exfoliation and anti-inflammatory activity; the silanediol ester form improves corneal layer penetration.
Typically Found In: Anti-acne products,exfoliating toners,pore-minimizing formulas
TECHNICAL DETAILS
Primary Category: Active ingredient โ anti-acne
Secondary Functions: Anti-acne active,exfoliant,skin conditioning agent
Application Areas:
Facial Skincare
Body Care
Hair Care
Beard Care
Color Cosmetics (Makeup)
Dietary/Oral Supplements
Typical Concentration Range: 0.1%โ2%
SOURCING & ETHICS
Vegan Status: Yes
Halal Status: Yes
Source Notes: Synthetic organosilicon salicylate ester.
SKIN COMPATIBILITY
Irritancy Rating: 2/5 โ low-moderate; bha activity
Comedogenicity Rating: 0/5 โ non-comedogenic
Sensitivity Concerns: Bha-type exfoliant; avoid overuse on sensitive skin; salicylate sensitivity possible.
Safe for Sensitive Skin: Conditional
SAFETY & COMPATIBILITY
Safety Profile: Good safety profile. similar precautions to salicylic acid. ewg score: 1โ3.
Works Well With: Niacinamide,glycolic acid,other bha actives
Avoid Combining With: Do not combine with other strong exfoliants
SCIENTIFIC NOTE
Silanediol salicylate provides salicylic acid-type bha exfoliation with a silicon-based delivery vehicle that may improve penetration through the stratum corneum.
Last Verified: 2026-03-28
Primary Sources: Cosing database,inci dictionary