Acne Control, Single-Step, Maximum, Alcohol Free, Soft Touch Pads, Stridex

Stridex Maximum Strength Acne Control Pads deliver 2% salicylic acid — the highest level of acne medication available without a prescription — in a convenient, alcohol-free, soft-touch pad that cleans, treats, and prevents acne in one simple step.

Why

Most acne pads either rely on alcohol (which burns and over-dries) or underdose the active ingredient. Stridex does neither. At 2% salicylic acid — the maximum OTC strength — each soft-touch pad penetrates deep into pores to dissolve the bonds between dead skin cells, unclog blocked pores, and clear existing pimples and blackheads. The alcohol-free formula delivers all the acne-fighting power without the sting. One pad. One step. Clean, treat, and prevent — removing what cleansers and soaps leave behind.

Key Benefits

• Maximum OTC strength — 2% salicylic acid acne medication
• Alcohol-free formula — proven effectiveness without the burn or excessive drying
• Penetrates pores to dissolve oil and unclog blocked pores
• Clears existing pimples and blackheads and allows skin to heal
• Helps prevent new acne breakouts from forming with regular use
• Single-step convenience — cleanse and treat in one
• Soft-touch pads — specially textured for comfortable, effective application

Formula Highlights

• Salicylic Acid 2.0% (w/w) — a beta-hydroxy acid (BHA) that penetrates sebum to dissolve dead skin cell bonds, unclog pores, and treat acne at the source; maximum strength available without a prescription
• Alcohol-Free Base — delivers effective acne treatment without the drying, stinging burn associated with alcohol-based formulas
• Soft-Touch Pad Delivery — specially textured for comfortable, thorough application across the affected area

Supplement Facts

Active Ingredient per pad:

Suggested Use

Cleanse the skin thoroughly before applying. Use the pad to wipe the entire affected area 1–3 times daily. Start with one application daily — excessive drying may occur if used too frequently at first. Gradually increase to 2–3 times daily if needed, or as directed by a doctor. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce to once daily or every other day. Do not leave the pad on skin for an extended period. Keep away from eyes, lips, and mucous membranes.

Other Ingredients

Ammonium lauryl sulfate, ammonium xylenesulfonate, citric acid, DMDM hydantoin, fragrance, menthol, PPG-5-ceteth-20, purified water, simethicone, sodium borate, tetrasodium EDTA.

About Stridex

Stridex has been a trusted name in acne care for decades, formulating straightforward, effective treatments that deliver maximum-strength results without unnecessary harshness. Their commitment to alcohol-free, dermatologist-recognised formulas has made them a go-to for those seeking reliable, no-nonsense acne control.

Warnings

For external use only. Do not use if you have a known allergy to salicylic acid. Using other acne medications at the same time or immediately after may increase dryness or irritation — if this occurs, use only one acne medication at a time unless directed by a doctor. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, contact a Poison Control Centre immediately.