# Salicylic acid and linoleic acid Page: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid The Lovi Fit is the same in every country; only the stores and prices differ, and the ones here are for Australia. Work well together Use [salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid) first, then [linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid), because linoleic acid helps soothe dryness caused by the exfoliant. Salicylic acid clears out pores while linoleic acid puts back lost moisture to keep skin calm and soft. If skin feels dry, try using them less often or on alternate nights. [The formation of competent barrier lipids in reconstructed human epidermis requires the presence of vitamin C](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/9284103/) [Epidermal barrier lipids in human vernix caseosa: corresponding ceramide pattern in vernix and fetal skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11903227/) - [All about salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid) - [All about linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid) ### [Salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid) products - [Paula's Choice Skin Perfecting 2% BHA Liquid Exfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/paula-s-choice/skin-perfecting-2-bha-liquid-exfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [A$54.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CJH3R48Z?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Medicube Zero Pore Pad](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/medicube/zero-pore-pad/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [A$29.90 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09V7Z4TJG?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe Renewing SA Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/cerave/renewing-sa-cleanser/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [A$23.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B09MMJS8ZM?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Dermalogica Daily Microfoliant](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/daily-microfoliant/for/oily-skin) — Superior fit — [A$179.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00IGPD8WS?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [The Ordinary Salicylic Acid 2% Solution](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/the-ordinary/salicylic-acid-2-solution/for/dry-skin) — Average fit — [A$10.70 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0C3PCJ6SD?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Mario Badescu Drying Lotion](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/mario-badescu/drying-lotion/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [A$50.81 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0017SWIU4?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [La Roche-Posay Effaclar Medicated Gel Cleanser](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/la-roche-posay/effaclar-medicated-gel-cleanser/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit - [The Ordinary AHA 30% + BHA 2% Peeling Solution](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/the-ordinary/aha-30-bha-2-peeling-solution/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit — [A$22.98 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0DJSBD5Q1?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [Paula's Choice 10% Azelaic Acid Booster](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/paula-s-choice/10-azelaic-acid-booster/for/acne-prone-skin) — High fit — [A$64.00 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B00V4PNAI4?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [CeraVe SA Lotion for Rough & Bumpy Skin](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/cerave/sa-lotion-for-rough-and-bumpy-skin/for/oily-skin) — Average fit — [A$16.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B07WL7WV52?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/cosrx/bha-blackhead-power-liquid/for/oily-acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit - [Hero Cosmetics Mighty Patch](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/hero-cosmetics/mighty-patch/for/oily-skin) — High fit — [A$9.99 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B0CKWFSXBL?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) ### [Linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid) products - [The Ordinary Granactive Retinoid 2% Emulsion](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/the-ordinary/granactive-retinoid-2-emulsion/for/oily-skin) — High fit - [Dermalogica Multivitamin Power Recovery Masque](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dermalogica/multivitamin-power-recovery-masque/for/mature-skin) — High fit — [A$207.95 at Amazon](https://www.amazon.com.au/dp/B001B1SJP0?tag=lovi-care-web-product-22&linkCode=osi&th=1&psc=1) - [KraveBeauty Oil La La](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/kravebeauty/oil-la-la/for/acne-prone-skin) — Superior fit - [EltaMD PM Restore Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/eltamd/pm-restore-moisturizer/for/mature-skin) — High fit - [Dieux Skin Instant Angel Moisturizer](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/dieux-skin/instant-angel-moisturizer/for/mature-skin) — Superior fit - [Minimalist SPF 50 Sunscreen](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/minimalist/spf-50-sunscreen/for/combination-skin) — High fit - [Murad Rapid Resurfacing Peel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/murad/rapid-resurfacing-peel/for/dark-spots) — Superior fit - [Ceradan Cream](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/ceradan/cream/for/dry-sensitive-skin) — High fit - [Oskia Renaissance Cleansing Gel](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/p/oskia/renaissance-cleansing-gel/for/combination-skin) — High fit ## Questions and answers ### Can you use salicylic acid and linoleic acid together? Yes, you can use [salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid) and [linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid) together by applying linoleic acid post-salicylic acid to reinforce your skin barrier and minimize dryness. ### Which goes first, salicylic acid or linoleic acid? Salicylic acid goes first, followed by linoleic acid to help reinforce the skin barrier and minimize dryness after exfoliation. ### Are salicylic acid and linoleic acid good for sensitive skin? Salicylic acid and linoleic acid work well together because applying linoleic acid after salicylic acid helps reinforce the skin barrier and minimize dryness. Lovi rates this pairing as a High fit for sensitive skin. ## Research on salicylic acid and linoleic acid - [A Double-Blinded, Randomized, Vehicle-Controlled Study of the Efficacy of Moisturizer Containing Licochalcone A, Decanediol, L-Carnitine, and Salicylic Acid for Prevention of Acne Relapse in Asian Population](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33150170/) Salicylic acid · BioMed Research International, 2020 - [Efficacy of a multitargeted, salicylic acid-based dermocosmetic cream compared to benzoyl peroxide 5% in Acne vulgaris: Results from a randomized study](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37941097/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2024 - [A Salicylic Acid-Based Dermocosmetic is Effective as an Adjunct to Benzoyl Peroxide for Mild to Moderate Acne and as Monotherapy in Maintenance Post Benzoyl Peroxide](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38051857/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2023 - [Clinical evaluation of the efficacy of a facial serum containing dioic acid, glycolic acid, salicylic acid, LHA, citric acid, and HEPES in treating post-inflammatory hyperchromia and controlling oily skin in patients with acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33617668/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2021 - [Clinical tolerance and efficacy of capryloyl salicylic acid peel compared to a glycolic acid peel in subjects with fine lines/wrinkles and hyperpigmented skin](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19146601/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2008 - [Comparison of clindamycin 1% and benzoyl peroxide 5% gel to a novel composition containing salicylic acid, capryloyl salicylic acid, HEPES, glycolic acid, citric acid, and dioic acid in the treatment of acne vulgaris](https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23545907/) Salicylic acid · Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2013 ## Other combinations - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and glycerin](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-glycerin) - Work well together: [Panthenol and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/panthenol-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Vitamin C and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/vitamin-c-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Benzoyl peroxide and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/benzoyl-peroxide-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Retinol and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/retinol-and-salicylic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Niacinamide and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/niacinamide-and-salicylic-acid) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and lauric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-lauric-acid) - Work well together: [Niacinamide and linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/niacinamide-and-linoleic-acid) - Depends on the strength: [Salicylic acid and zinc](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-zinc) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and zinc gluconate](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-zinc-gluconate) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and zinc oxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-zinc-oxide) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and zinc sulfate](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-zinc-sulfate) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and hyaluronic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-hyaluronic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and acetyl hexapeptide-3](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-acetyl-hexapeptide-3) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and bio-placenta peptides](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-bio-placenta-peptides) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and collagen peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-collagen-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and copper peptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-copper-peptide) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and hexapeptide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-hexapeptide) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and hexapeptide-9](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-hexapeptide-9) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and palmitoyl pentapeptide-4](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-palmitoyl-pentapeptide-4) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and palmitoyl tripeptide-1](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-palmitoyl-tripeptide-1) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and peptide-rich plasma](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-peptide-rich-plasma) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and triple peptide blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-triple-peptide-blend) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and allantoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-allantoin) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and bisabolol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-bisabolol) - Work well together: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-linoleic-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-citric-acid) - Work well together: [Glycolic acid and linoleic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-linoleic-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Keep them apart: [Adapalene and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/adapalene-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and granactive retinoid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-granactive-retinoid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and hydroxypinacolone retinoate](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-hydroxypinacolone-retinoate) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and pro-retinol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-pro-retinol) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and retinal](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-retinal) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and retinoid blend](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-retinoid-blend) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and tretinoin](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-tretinoin) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and gluconolactone](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-gluconolactone) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and lactobionic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-lactobionic-acid) - Keep them apart: [AHA blend glycolic and citric acids and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/aha-blend-glycolic-and-citric-acids-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and citric acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-citric-acid) - Keep them apart: [Glycolic acid and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/glycolic-acid-and-salicylic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and lactic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-lactic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and mandelic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-mandelic-acid) - Keep them apart: [Azelaic acid and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/azelaic-acid-and-salicylic-acid) - Work well together: [Linoleic acid and tri-ceramide complex](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/linoleic-acid-and-tri-ceramide-complex) - Keep them apart: [Salicylic acid and titanium dioxide](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-titanium-dioxide) - Work well together: [Green tea and salicylic acid](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/green-tea-and-salicylic-acid) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and resveratrol](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-resveratrol) - Work well together: [Salicylic acid and vitamin E](https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-vitamin-e) ## About the Lovi Fit Lovi: Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes. Lovi checks every pairing with brand-independent rules its dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update. Levels from best to worst: Superior, High, Average, Low, Caution, Warning. Behind this pairing advice: Nadia Kapleva, MS (Co-founder, Medical Director); Alexey Shagraev, PhD (Co-founder, CEO and CTO); Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc (Medical Board); Aishani Shah, MD (Medical Board); Asya Zubkova, MS (Medical Board); Hanna Kurets, MD (Medical Board, Medical Advisor); Elina Nazarenko, MD (Medical Board); Victoria Derkova, MS (Medical Board). Page built Nov 8, 2026. More from Lovi: https://lovi.care/skincare/llms.txt ## This page in other countries - United States: https://lovi.care/skincare/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - United Kingdom: https://lovi.care/skincare/uk/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Ireland: https://lovi.care/skincare/ie/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Germany: https://lovi.care/skincare/de/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - France: https://lovi.care/skincare/fr/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Italy: https://lovi.care/skincare/it/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Netherlands: https://lovi.care/skincare/nl/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Spain: https://lovi.care/skincare/es/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Canada: https://lovi.care/skincare/ca/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Australia: https://lovi.care/skincare/au/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid (this page) - Singapore: https://lovi.care/skincare/sg/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - Saudi Arabia: https://lovi.care/skincare/sa/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid - United Arab Emirates: https://lovi.care/skincare/ae/ingredients/salicylic-acid-and-linoleic-acid