Salicylic Acid Dosage

Each Salicylic Acid product has specific instructions for use. To make sure you’re using Salicylic Acid correctly, refer to the product’s administration directions and talk to your provider or pharmacist. Some examples include:

Acne:

• The typical dose is to apply a thin layer of Salicylic Acid cream, gel, lotion, ointment, pads, soap, or topical solution to the affected areas 1 to 3 times a day.

Insect bites, burns, and fungal infections:

• The typical dose is to apply a thin layer of Salicylic Acid ointment to the affected area 2 times a day for up to 10 days.

Calluses and corns:

• The typical dose is to apply Salicylic Acid plaster to the affected areas every 2 days for up to 14 days until the callus or corn is removed.
• If using Salicylic Acid topical solution, apply it to the affected areas 1 to 2 times a day as needed for up to 14 days until the callus or corn is removed.

Dandruff:

• The typical dose is to apply Salicylic Acid shampoo on your scalp and rinse two times a week.
• If using Salicylic Acid lotion, apply it to your scalp 1 to 2 times a day.

Warts:

• The typical dose is to apply Salicylic Acid gel or topical solution to the affected area 1 to 2 times a day as needed for up to 12 weeks until the wart is removed.
• If using Salicylic Acid plaster, apply every 2 days as needed to the affected area for up to 12 weeks until the wart is removed.

Ichthyosis vulgaris and pityriasis ruba pilaris:

• The typical dose is to apply Salicylic Acid foam 2 times a day to the affected areas.

Psoriasis or seborrheic dermatitis:

• The typical dose is to apply Salicylic Acid gel, cream, or ointment to the affected areas 1 to 4 times a day.
• If using Salicylic Acid shampoo, apply on the scalp and rinse twice a week.