A skincare composition comprises at least two separate compositions (a) and (b) each suitable for topical application to the skin, wherein composition (a) comprises salicylic acid or a salt thereof, combined with at least one active selected from the group consisting of lactic acid or a salt thereof； glycyrrhizinic acid or a salt thereof； and niacinamide and composition (b) comprises at least one active selected from the group consisting of lactic acid or a salt thereof； glycyrrhizinic acid or a salt or derivative thereof； and niacinamide. Preferably composition (a) comprises 2.0wt% salicylic acid or a salt thereof, in combination with 2.0wt% niacinamide (nicotinamide)； and composition (b) comprises 2.0wt% niacinamide. Preferably the composition is for use in the treatment of acne vulgaris.
