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COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

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Brand
COSRX
Size
150ml
Scent
Light natural tea tree scent
Skin type
Oily, combination & normal
Item form
Foam
Product benefits
Gently deep-cleans, helps keep pores clear, balances oil
Active ingredients
Salicylic acid 0.5%, tea tree leaf oil, willow bark water
Special ingredients
Glycerin
When to use
AM & PM: lather with warm water, massage in circles, rinse lukewarm
Claims
Non-Comedogenic, SCPN Notified, CPNP Notified
Made in
Made in Korea

About this item

  • 0.5% salicylic acid: gently loosens dead skin cells and helps keep pores clear, day after day.
  • Tea tree and willow bark: natural helpers that support balance in oily areas without stripping.
  • Cleans without tightness: glycerin helps skin hold onto moisture, so it feels fresh rather than dry.
  • Good for oily and combination skin: helps smooth rough spots and minimise the look of pores over time.
  • Simple daily habit: lather in your palms, massage in circles and rinse with lukewarm water, morning and night.
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  • Non-Comedogenic
  • Made in Korea
  • SCPN Notified
  • CPNP Notified

Description

Clearance: EXP 2026/11/12

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser offers a kind way to deep clean your skin while keeping it soft and happy. This gentle face wash helps clear away dirt and oil without making your skin feel tight or dry. With helpful ingredients like tea tree oil and willow bark, it works to keep your skin looking fresh and smooth day after day. Perfect for people with oily or easily bothered skin, this cleanser finds the right balance between cleaning deeply and treating your skin with care.

A Gentle Daily Clean for Happy Skin

When your skin needs a fresh start, this COSRX cleanser steps in with a helping hand. The mild formula works with your skin instead of against it. It washes away the day's build-up while keeping your skin's natural moisture right where it belongs. Many face washes can leave your skin feeling tight or stripped, but this one is different. It cleans thoroughly yet softly, making it perfect for everyday use in your morning and night routine.

What makes this cleanser special is how it handles oil without being harsh. It contains just 0.5% salicylic acid - enough to help but not so much that it feels strong on your skin. Your face will feel clean and fresh, not dry or irritated. This balance is why so many people with different skin types trust this cleanser as part of their daily care.

Kind Ingredients That Work Together

This cleanser brings together nature's helpers that work as a team for your skin. The star is salicylic acid, which gently loosens dead skin cells and helps keep pores clear. Tea tree oil joins in with its natural helping powers, while willow bark extract adds another gentle layer of care. These work alongside glycerin, which helps your skin hold onto moisture.

  • Salicylic Acid (0.5%): Helps clear pores without being harsh
  • Tea Tree Oil: Helps balance oily areas
  • Willow Bark Extract: Adds natural care
  • Glycerin: Keeps skin feeling soft and hydrated

The formula skips harsh sulfates and parabens, making it a kinder choice for your skin. While it does have a light, natural scent from the tea tree oil, it's not overpowering or artificial.

How This Cleanser Helps Your Skin

When you use this COSRX cleanser regularly, you'll notice several good changes. Right away, your skin feels clean but not tight. The gentle wash removes dirt, sweat, and extra oil while respecting your skin's natural balance. Your face will feel fresh and comfortable after each wash.

Over time, you may see even more benefits. The formula helps smooth rough spots and minimize the look of pores. If you deal with occasional spots or oiliness, many users find this cleanser helps keep their skin looking clear and feeling balanced. The gentle daily care adds up to skin that looks healthier and feels more comfortable day after day.

Perfect For Many Skin Types

This gentle cleanser works well for several skin types, making it a go-to choice for many people. It's especially good if your skin tends to be:

  • Oily or combination
  • Easily bothered or sensitive
  • Prone to clogged pores
  • Normal but needs gentle care

If your skin gets very dry, you might want to use this less often or pair it with a good moisturizer afterward. During summer months, it helps manage extra oil when the weather is hot and sticky. In winter, you might use it just once a day and follow with extra moisture to keep your skin happy.

Simple Steps for Best Results

Using this cleanser is easy to fit into your daily skin care. Follow these simple steps for the best experience:

  • Wet your face with warm (not hot) water
  • Squeeze a small amount (about the size of a nickel) into your palm
  • Add a little water and gently work into a soft lather
  • Massage onto your face using small, gentle circles for about 30-60 seconds
  • Rinse well with water until all soap is gone
  • Pat dry with a soft towel - don't rub

For most people, using this cleanser once or twice daily works best. After cleansing, follow with your favorite toner and moisturizer to keep your skin balanced and happy. The 150ml tube typically lasts about 2-3 months with regular use, making it a good value for your skin care routine.

Ready to give your skin the gentle care it deserves? Add COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser to your basket today and feel the difference that kind, thoughtful cleansing can make. Your skin will thank you with a clearer, fresher, happier glow. Start your path to balanced skin now!


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How to Use

To use the COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser, dampen your face with water and apply 1-2 pumps of the product. Lather and gently massage into the skin for about 1 minute, avoiding the eye area. Rinse thoroughly with water. It is recommended to use the cleanser 1-2 times daily, in the morning and evening, as part of your skincare routine. For optimal results, follow up with a toner and a non-comedogenic moisturizer. Store the product in a cool, dry place and keep the tube tightly closed to maintain its efficacy. With consistent use, the cleanser can last approximately 2-3 months when used daily (considering a 150ml tube). Suitable for teens and adults dealing with acne-prone or oily skin, this gentle formula is ideal for incorporating into an AM/PM cleansing routine and should be used cautiously in very dry or sensitive skin, especially in dry climates. Avoid combining with strong exfoliants like retinoids to prevent irritation.

Ingredients

Ingredients List

Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Salicylic Acid (0.5%), Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Extract, Betain, Disodium EDTA, Citric Acid, Fragrance (in some formulations)

Key Ingredients

Salicylic Acid, Tea Tree Leaf Oil, Willow Bark Extract

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

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0.5% salicylic acid · Tea tree · Daily

A daily wash with just enough acid.

Half a percent of salicylic acid — enough to keep pores feeling clear, low enough to use twice a day without the tight aftermath.

Oily & congested skin0.5% BHATwice daily
COSRX Cleansing Foam 150ml COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser

What does it do?

Gentle is the whole strategy.

A wash is a short contact time. COSRX kept the acid level low so it can be an everyday habit rather than a treatment.

A measured level of BHA

0.5% salicylic acid helps loosen what settles in pores, without the sting of a stronger wash.

Balanced, not stripped

Glycerin keeps skin feeling comfortable, so you're not chasing the wash with a heavy cream.

Tea tree and willow bark

Two familiar botanicals for skin that runs oily or looks congested.

What's in it?

Low dose, everyday.

Short ingredient list, no sulfates, no parabens.

0.5%

Salicylic acid

A gentle level of BHA — designed for daily use rather than an occasional treatment.

02

Tea tree leaf oil

The source of the light natural scent, and a long-standing choice for oily skin.

03

Willow bark extract & glycerin

Botanical support plus a humectant so skin doesn't feel stripped.

How does it feel?

Small pump, dense lather.

It works up quickly on damp skin and rinses clean. Skin feels clean rather than squeaky — that's the difference the 0.5% makes.

TextureCream-gel
FeelDense foam
FinishClean, comfortable

Choose your wash

Which COSRX cleanser suits your skin?

Three daily washes with different jobs — exfoliating, low-pH morning, or purely hydrating.

Compare COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle CleanserYou’re viewing COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel CleanserView product SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA Foam SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Tea-Trica BHA FoamView product PYUNKANG YUL Calming Low pH Foaming Cleanser PYUNKANG YUL Calming Low pH Foaming CleanserView product iUNIK Centella Bubble Cleansing Foam iUNIK Centella Bubble Cleansing FoamView product
Best forOily, congested skinEveryday morning washingGentle deep cleansing, clearer pores, calmed skinGentle low-pH cleansing that calms and keeps moisture inGentle deep cleanse that calms and keeps moisture
Formula focus0.5% salicylic acid, tea treeLow pH, tea tree oilSalicylic acid (BHA) 0.45%, Centella asiatica extract 0.2%, tea tree leaf oilCentella Asiatica extract, willow bark extract, tea tree leaf extractCentella asiatica leaf water 69%, tea tree leaf water
ExperienceDense foamLight gel latherSoft, bubbly latherSoft, rich foamLight, airy micro-bubble foam
Routine roleDaily cleanserMorning cleanserAM or PM cleanseAM & PMAM & PM

Is it for you?

For oily skin that's been over-washed.

Less acid, more often.

  • Oily or congested skin
  • Anyone stepping down from harsh washes
  • Morning and evening use
  • Daily SPF matters when you use a BHA
A second cleanse that doesn't leave skin stripped

Not too drying, on my skin, and as you only need a two pea sized blob, lasts for aaaaaaages. I use it as a second cleanse after an oil cleanser and my skin looks way better.

A visibly oily, acne-prone face

Works for me, has totally minimised my breakouts. I just get a few pimples here and there which are already ripe. Otherwise I don't break out as much as I used to - visibly oily acne-prone face - now looking normal.

A history of AHA/BHA cleansers that never agreed with me

I’ve never done well with AHA/BHA, I used the good morning cleanser before too, and that one broke my skin out really bad. … this cleanser surprised me, because it didn’t break me out, didn’t irritate my skin, didn’t have an overly chemical smell that would irritate my nose like some cleanser, so overall I was very happy about it.

Wash gently — every single day.

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser £7.47