St Ives Acne Control Daily Cleanser Tea Tree is formulated with 2% salicylic acid that helps to treat and prevent acne breakouts by unclogging pores, removing oil, and exfoliating dead skin cells. The Tea Tree oil, an essential oil known for its antifungal and antibacterial properties, helps to soothe and calm irritated skin. It deeply cleanses the skin and leaves it feeling refreshed and revitalized.