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Salicylic acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula HOC₆H₄COOH. It is a white, crystalline solid with a bitter taste. Here are some other chemical properties of salicylic acid: 

• Molar mass: 138.12 g/mol
• Boiling point: 336.3 °C
• Melting point: 158°C to 161°C
• Specific gravity: 1.44 at 68°F

Salicylic acid is a beta hydroxycarboxylic acid and a keratolytic, which means it softens keratin, a protein that makes up most of the outer layer of skin. It's used in many skin care products to treat acne, psoriasis, calluses, corns, and warts. Salicylic acid can also: 

• Lower inflammation, redness, and swelling caused by acne
• Lower oil production
• Prevent tumors, especially those caused by sun damage

Salicylic acid is found in many plant species, but it was first isolated from the bark of willow trees, which is where it gets its name. It's also a metabolite of aspirin, acetylsalicylic acid