The Maximum Strength Clearing Treatment is Step 2 in your day and night regimen, after cleansing. This lightweight cream is formulated with maximum strength salicylic acid in a sustained delivery system for less irritation to target the most stubborn blemish. Combined with a biomimetic oat protein, skin-soothing cica and lactobacillus ferment to help calm flare-ups, visibly reduce skin redness and selectively target blemish-causing bacteria for a visibly clear, smooth and healthy complexion.