{"product_id":"astringent-no-2","title":"Astringent No. 2","description":"\u003cp\u003eSkin Astringent No. 2 contains salicylic acid, essential oils, and healing extracts to fight oily acne prone skin. Feel refreshed while drying up acne, killing bacteria, reducing redness, and controlling excess oil production on the skin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow to use\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eAfter cleansing, apply to area to be treated followed by additional serums and moisturizers. Can be used as needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eActive Ingredients: Salicylic Acid 2%  Inactive Ingredients: SD Alcohol 40, Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel), Glycerin, Hypericum Perforatum (Saint Johns) Extract, Arnica Montana Flower Extract, Aesculus Hippocastanum (Horse Chestnut) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice, Menthol, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Oil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI noticed that Astringent is available in two strengths, how do I decide which is best for me?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Even the 2% can be very strong for some individuals. We recommend you start with 2% and if necessary, progress to 10% for areas with thicker skin like the back.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it always necessary to use an astringent daily?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Astringents are incorporated in a daily regimen for oily and acneic skin. Salicylic acid is an effective ingredient in controlling oil. Since it is the oil that feeds the bacteria present in acne, controlling oil will have an effect on controlling acne.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI love using Astringent No. 2 on my skin as it controls the oil. However, my skin gets very red afterwards. What can I do?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Follow the application of Astringent with Daily Skin Clarifier to reduce redness and calm irritation. Because of the anti-inflammatory benefits of Bearberry Extract, Mulberry Extract and Licorice Extract, Daily Skin Clarifier is the fastest way to calm the skin after any active product.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this product safe for pregnant or breastfeeding moms?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e No, salicylic acid is not recommended for pregnant or breastfeeding mothers unless prescribed by a Physician. Any age\/health restrictions on usage (ie: safe for babies and children, frail skin, etc.).\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"GlyMed Plus","offers":[{"title":"8 fl oz | 236 ml","offer_id":52107427643612,"sku":"US-GM-78AR","price":44.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"1 fl oz | 30 ml","offer_id":52107427676380,"sku":"US-GM-78AT","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0842\/7061\/2700\/files\/US-GM-78AR.jpg?v=1785019739","url":"https:\/\/theclinicalshelf.com\/products\/astringent-no-2","provider":"The Clinical Shelf","version":"1.0","type":"link"}