Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum 30 ml

When should you choose this serum for acne-prone skin?

Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum is a facial serum formulated for acne-prone skin with pimples and blackheads. It combines 2% salicylic acid, 1% zinc PCA, niacinamide, and prebiotics. It’s a product to incorporate into a skincare routine for blemish-prone skin, applied between cleansing and moisturizing.

Salicylic acid is an exfoliant: it removes impurities from the skin’s surface, where they accumulate and dull the skin’s texture. Zinc PCA—a zinc salt derived from a compound the skin produces naturally—complements this purifying action.

Concentrated in active ingredients, the formula aims for visibly clearer skin while preserving the skin’s natural balance—a crucial factor for skin that tends to react to overly harsh skincare products.

It is particularly designed for teenage breakouts, when hormonal fluctuations are accompanied by increased sebum production, but it is also suitable for adults whose skin reacts to even the slightest imbalance.

Skin treated with an exfoliating active ingredient needs to be moisturized without feeling weighed down. For this, we recommend the Respire Hydrating Barrier Gel-Cream: the serum purifies the skin’s surface, and then the ceramide-enriched gel-cream—which contains no exfoliating acids—delivers moisture and maintains the skin barrier that the serum does not address.

How do you apply this purifying serum?

Directions for Use

Apply once a day to clean skin all over the face. Massage in until absorbed.

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Precautions

• For external use on the face only. Avoid the eye area, lips, and mucous membranes. In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water.
• Suitable for ages 12 and up.
• Do not apply other acids on top of this product (AHAs, BHAs, PHAs, exfoliants) to avoid irritation. Exercise the same caution when using a retinoid, retinol, or benzoyl peroxide on the same day.
• Avoid direct sun exposure immediately after application: salicylic acid makes the skin more sensitive. When applied in the morning, follow the serum with a sunscreen suitable for the face.
• Contains salicylic acid: do not use if you have a known allergy to salicylates, including aspirin.
• Contains fragrance. Do not use if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients.
• Do not apply to broken, irritated skin, or after sunburn. Discontinue use if redness, burning, or stinging persists.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Consult your pharmacist or doctor before use.
• If you are undergoing acne treatment prescribed by a doctor (retinoids, topical or oral antibiotics, isotretinoin), consult your prescribing physician before adding this serum.
• Numerous, painful, or deep breakouts (nodules, cysts), marks that leave scars, or a lack of improvement after a few weeks warrant a medical consultation: this cosmetic product does not treat acne.
• Store away from heat, with the bottle tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children.

What are the ingredients in this salicylic acid serum?

Ingredients

Aqua (Water), Coco-Caprylate/Caprate, Niacinamide, Arginine, Butylene Glycol, Pentylene Glycol, Bambusa Arundinacea Stem Extract, Salicylic Acid, Zinc PCA, Inulin, Succinoglycan, Starch Acetate, Hydroxyacetophenone, Sodium Stearoyl Glutamate, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Xanthan Gum, Citric Acid, CI 77288 (Chromium Oxide Greens), Parfum (Fragrance), Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes.

The list of ingredients is subject to change. We recommend checking the list on the product you purchased.

Product Details

30 ml bottle.

Our Expert Tips on the Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum

The most common mistake with a salicylic acid serum is trying to rush the process: applying it twice instead of once, adding an extra exfoliation, or using a second acid serum at night. Irritated skin defends itself by producing more sebum, and breakouts return. Even before the first application, the rule about not layering acids is the most important one.

Wait four weeks before judging the results—that’s how long it takes for the skin’s surface to completely renew itself. In the meantime, don’t pop pimples and keep your routine simple: a gentle cleanser, serum, and moisturizer. If nothing changes after this period, the issue is no longer about which serum to choose—it’s time to consult a doctor.

FAQ

Should I apply Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum in the morning or at night?

You can use it at any time of day. A common routine is to alternate: use the purifying serum at one time of day and a hydrating serum without acids at another.

Can I combine Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum with a niacinamide serum?

The formula already contains niacinamide—it’s the third ingredient. Adding a second niacinamide serum therefore offers no additional benefit. Since niacinamide isn’t an acid, combining it with salicylic acid isn’t a problem in itself.

What is the purpose of the prebiotics in Respire Purifying Concentrated Serum?

The prebiotic in the formula is inulin, a plant-based fiber. In cosmetics, it’s used to preserve the natural flora on the skin’s surface, which can be disrupted by purifying treatments and repeated cleansing.