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COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Booster Serum

COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Booster Serum

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Product details

Brand
COSRX
Size
30ml
Skin type
Oily & combination; suits sensitive
Item form
Serum
Texture & finish
Light, fast-absorbing; fresh, not sticky
Product benefits
Gently exfoliates, brightens and evens skin tone
Active ingredients
Glycolic acid (AHA), betaine salicylate (BHA), ascorbyl glucoside (vitamin C), Golden-Rx Complex 57%
Special ingredients
Kiwi & dragon fruit extracts, alpha-arbutin, panthenol, allantoin
When to use
Daily after toner, 2-3 drops
Free from
Paraben Free
Claims
Cruelty Free, Sensitive Skin Safe, Reef Safe, SCPN Notified, CPNP Notified
Made in
Made in Korea

About this item

  • Three-in-one care: AHA smooths the surface, BHA helps keep pores clear and vitamin C brightens tone.
  • 57% fruit complex: the Golden-Rx blend of kiwi and dragon fruit extracts supports the skin's natural glow.
  • Helps fade dark marks: ascorbyl glucoside and alpha-arbutin work on marks from past breakouts and sun damage.
  • Hydration built in: sodium hyaluronate and glycerin keep skin feeling soft and plump.
  • Calming touch: panthenol and allantoin help soothe redness, so it suits sensitive skin too.
  • Light and quick: pat 2-3 drops on after toner; it sinks in within about five minutes.
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  • Cruelty Free
  • Paraben Free
  • Sensitive Skin Safe
  • Reef Safe
  • Made in Korea
  • SCPN Notified
  • CPNP Notified

Description

COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Booster Serum brings together gentle exfoliation and brightening in one simple step. This lightweight serum helps clear away dull skin cells while adding a healthy glow. With a blend of fruit extracts and skin-loving ingredients, it works to smooth texture, even tone, and keep skin looking fresh. Perfect for those who want clear, bright skin without harsh effects.

What Makes This Serum Special

The COSRX Refresh Booster Serum stands out with its gentle yet effective three-in-one approach. It combines AHA (glycolic acid) to help sweep away surface cells, BHA (betaine salicylate) to help clear pores, and vitamin C to brighten your skin tone. The best part? These work together without being too strong for most skin types.

The magic comes from the Golden-Rx Complex - a blend of kiwi and dragon fruit extracts that makes up 57% of the formula. These fruits are packed with good-for-skin helpers that support your skin's natural glow. The light, fast-sinking texture feels fresh, not sticky, making it easy to add to your daily routine.

How It Helps Your Skin

This serum works in many ways to help your skin look and feel its best. First, it helps clear away the build-up that can make skin look dull. The AHA works on the surface while BHA goes deeper to help keep pores clear. Over time, this can lead to smoother skin with fewer bumps.

The vitamin C and alpha-arbutin in the mix help fade dark spots and even out skin tone. They work on marks left behind from past breakouts or sun damage. Meanwhile, sodium hyaluronate and glycerin keep your skin feeling soft and plump with moisture. With daily use, you'll notice a more even, bright, and fresh-looking face.

  • Helps smooth rough texture
  • Supports a bright, even tone
  • Keeps skin hydrated
  • Helps clear and refine pores

Who Will Love This Serum

This gentle but mighty serum works well for many skin types. If you have oily or combination skin, you'll love how light it feels while still helping to keep pores clear. Those with sensitive skin will find the soothing ingredients like panthenol and allantoin help calm any redness.

People in their 20s to 40s who want to keep their skin looking fresh and clear will find this serum hits all the right notes. It's also great if you live somewhere warm or humid since the texture is so light. While it works for all skin tones, it's especially good at helping with dark spots and uneven tone for deeper skin colors.

  • Great for oily, combination, and sensitive skin
  • Works well in warm or humid weather
  • Helpful for all skin tones
  • Perfect for both preventing and fixing skin concerns

Simple Steps to Glowing Skin

Using this COSRX serum is easy to fit into your routine. After washing your face and using toner (if you have one), place 2-3 drops onto clean fingertips. Gently press and pat the serum across your face and neck. The light texture sinks in fast, so you only need to wait about five minutes before moving on to your next product.

For best results, use this serum in your evening routine. If you want to use it in the morning too, just be sure to finish with SPF 50+ sunscreen, as exfoliating ingredients can make skin more sun-sensitive. Most people see a subtle glow right away, but the real magic happens after 4-8 weeks of steady use when skin tone looks more even and pores appear smaller.

What's Inside (And What's Not)

The COSRX Refresh Serum brings together simple but mighty helpers for your skin. Beyond the main active ingredients, you'll find niacinamide to help calm and balance, panthenol to soothe, and allantoin to support skin repair. These work together to make the formula gentle enough for regular use.

Good news for many - this serum is cruelty-free, paraben-free, and reef-safe. While it does contain a touch of bergamot oil for a light scent, the formula doesn't rely on heavy perfumes. The bottle is made to keep light out, which helps the vitamin C stay fresh and strong. Each 30ml bottle lasts about 2-3 months with daily use, giving you plenty of time to see how your skin responds.

  • Free from parabens
  • Cruelty-free formula
  • Contains light natural scent
  • Lasts 2-3 months with daily use

Ready for skin that looks clear, bright, and feels good? Add the COSRX Refresh AHA BHA Vitamin C Booster Serum to your shelf today and watch your skin thank you with a healthy glow. Your path to calm, happy skin is just a drop away!


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How to Use

Start with a clean and toned face. Apply 2-3 drops of the serum evenly over the face and neck, avoiding the eye area. Allow the serum to absorb for about 5 minutes before applying other skincare products. For best results, use this serum in the evening; if used in the morning, follow with a broad-spectrum SPF 50+ sunscreen. Store the product in its original opaque container below 25°C, protected from direct light to maintain its efficacy. The serum typically lasts 2-3 months with daily use. Avoid combining with retinoids or other strong exfoliants to prevent irritation. Not recommended for severely compromised skin barrier. Suitable for oily, combination, acne-prone, and sensitive skin types across all Fitzpatrick skin tones. For optimal long-term benefits, consistent nightly application is advised, with visible improvements over 4-8 weeks.

Ingredients

Ingredients List

Actinidia Chinensis (Kiwi) Fruit Extract, Hylocereus Undatus Fruit Extract, Hippophae Rhamnoides Water, Butylene Glycol, Niacinamide, 1,2-Hexanediol, Glycolic Acid, Betaine, Sodium Hydroxide, Water, Panthenol, Allantoin, Hydroxyethylcellulose, Glycerin, Polyglyceryl-10 Myristate, Polyglyceryl-10 Laurate, Sodium Hyaluronate, Adenosine, Ascorbyl Glucoside, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Betaine Salicylate, Alpha-Arbutin, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract

Key Ingredients

Glycolic Acid (AHA), Betaine Salicylate (BHA), Ascorbyl Glucoside, Golden-Rx Complex

Disclaimer: Ingredients may be updated by the manufacturer without notice. For the most current and accurate list, always refer to the product packaging.