St. Ives Acne Control Spot Treatment, made with 100% natural tea tree extract, starts working instantly to help clear breakouts without over-drying skin. This maximum-strength spot treatment is made with 2% salicylic and is will reduce redness in 2 hours. It dries clear on all skin tones and features a cooling menthol sensation, so you feel it working! Time’s up, acne! Warnings For external use only. When using this product skin irritation and dryness are more likely to occur when using another topical acne product at the same time. If irritation occurs, use only one product at a time. Keep out of reach of children Common Uses Helps clear blemishes without overdrying and reduces redness within 2 hours. Plus apply on the go to visibly reduce pimple size, redness and swelling. Ingredients St. Ives Spot Treatment Wash is made with 2%salicylic acid and 100% natural tea tree extract. Directions 1. Cleanse skin thoroughly before applying product. 2. Cover the entire affected area with a thin layer one to three times daily. 3. Because excessive drying of the skin may occur, start with one application daily, then gradually increase to two or three times daily, if needed. 4. If bothersome dryness or peeling occurs, reduce application to once a day or every other day.