What it does
Designed for controlled keratolytic action in specifically formulated systems.
Exfoliants
LHA.
A salicylic acid derivative used for surface renewal and pores.
- INCI name
- Capryloyl Salicylic Acid
- Function
- A skin-conditioning ingredient and lipid-soluble exfoliant in dedicated formulas.
- Information level
- Moderate evidence
- Last reviewed
- 22 September 2026
Who may benefit
Combination or blemish-prone skin.
Compatibility
Niacinamide, moisturisers and SPF.
Precautions
Should not be counted as pure salicylic acid or automatically combined with other BHAs.
How to use it
Evening or as directed.
Concentrations
The percentage cannot be inferred from INCI order. WAI LAB shows it only when stated by a verifiable source.
HOW TO READ IT
What it means in the INCI list?
In the European Union, ingredients above 1% are listed in descending order by weight; below 1%, they may appear in any order. Their position therefore cannot be used to calculate an exact percentage.
Its position helps you understand the formula, but does not on its own establish effectiveness or an exact percentage.
SOURCES
Where the information comes from.
WAI LAB distinguishes cosmetic function, regulatory context and scientific literature. This information is not a substitute for medical advice.
FROM UNDERSTANDING TO CHOOSING
Products with LHA.
25 catalogue products list a recognised form of this ingredient in their INCI.
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