Analysis of Salicylic Acid in Face Creams Circulating in the Big Market Malang City

Salicylic acid is a skin remedy that used to treat various problems such as acne. safe use and contains Beta Hydroxy Acid (BHA), which an ingredient reduce wrinkles Although it has benefits for removing acne, salicylic dangerous chemical if in excess of the prescribed limits. To determine levels anti acne creams circulating Pasar Besar Malang City, qualitatively with color test using FeCl3 quantitatively UV-Vis spectrophotometry analyze anti-acne cream. Qualitative research showed from four samples, one sample was declared negative, while three positive samples contained acid, testing found all containing acid. The were within limits set by BPOM highest level surface products, including substances harmful skin, should not be more than 2%.