Salicylic acid 2% w/w acne medication. Cleans – Treats - Prevents. Easy on skin - tough on acne. Highest level of acne control available without a prescription. Stridex Pads = proven effectiveness without unnecessary irritation. Each pad is specially textured for great cleansing with a great feel. Whether you want scrubbing for smooth, soft application, this pad is up to the task. Stridex pad formulas are completely alcohol-free so you get proven acne-fighting effectiveness without the burn. Clear complexion with comfort. Cleans: Stridex pads unclog pores and dissolve deep-down oil. They even remove what cleansers and soaps leave behind. Treats: Stridex clears up existing pimples and helps eliminate blackheads with salicylic acid, a proven acne medication. Prevents: Used regularly, Stridex pads help prevent breakouts before they start. Directions: clean the skin thoroughly before applying this product. use the pad to cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. wash hands after use. because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two for three times daily if needed for as directed by a doctor. if bothersome dryness for peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day for every other day. do not leave pad on skin for an extended period of time. keep away from eyes, lips and other mucous membranes. Ingredients: .Active Ingredients: Salicylic Acid (2%) (Purpose - Acne medication)Inactive Ingredients: Amino Methyl Propanol, Ammonium Xylene Sulfonate, Citric Acid, DMDM Hydantoin, Fragrance, Menthol, PPG 5 Ceteth 20, Water (Purified), Simethicone, Sodium Borate, Tetrasodium EDTA. Uses. for the treatment of acne. reduces the number of acne pimples and blackheads and allows skin to heal. helps prevent new acne pimples from forming.