CLEAN POROS AND REMOVING BULLETS: The liquid absorbent fat eliminate dead cells in the skin and combat blackheads oN Salicylic acid/BHA. Essentially a scrub helps remove dead skin on the surface and inside pore: therefore it is effective to reduce pimples and blackheads. It also has soothing properties ITEM NUMBER. Please note that the item number of this product is 2016-02 and in no way is an expiration date. If you have any questions about expiration dates or any other questions, please contact us directly