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Experience the transformative power of COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser, a premier choice for those with acne-prone and oily skin. This foaming cleanser combines the effectiveness of botanical ingredients and tea extracts to meticulously control sebum production, thereby preventing breakouts and ensuring your skin remains smooth and soft.
Crafted with Willow Bark Water, a natural source of BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acids), this cleanser goes beyond mere surface cleansing. It delves deep into the pores to exfoliate dead skin cells, and effectively remove blackheads and whiteheads, promoting a clear and smooth complexion. Its formulation is designed to quickly lather into a rich foam, ensuring a thorough cleanse without stripping the skin of its natural oils.
Committed to ethical skincare, the COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser is cruelty-free and vegan-friendly, making it an ideal choice for conscientious consumers. Additionally, its alcohol-free composition guarantees a gentle yet effective cleansing experience, suitable for daily use. Dermatologically tested, this cleanser stands as a testament to COSRX's dedication to high-quality, gentle skincare solutions.
How To Use COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser
Dispense onto hands, add water and lather. Gently massage the foam onto the face and then rinse off with lukewarm water. Pat dry your face with a towel and continue with your next skincare routine.
COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser Ingredients
Water, Glycerin, Myristic Acid, Stearic Acid, Potassium Hydroxide, Lauric Acid, Butylene Glycol, Glycol Distearate, Polysorbate 80, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Salicylic Acid, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Fragrance, Sodium Chloride, Melaleuca Alternigolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Willow Bark Water, Saccharomyces Ferment, Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Pinus Palustris Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract, Oenothera Biennis (Evening Primrose) Flower Extract, Pueraria Lobata Root Extract, 1,2-Hexanediol, Ethyl Hexanediol, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA.
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Aqua SolventsSolvent
The water base that carries and dissolves the other ingredients in most products.
May suitAll hair and skin types.
Worth knowingAlmost always the first ingredient listed in water-based products.
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Glycerin HumectantsHumectant
Attracts and holds water to help hair feel hydrated and soft.
May suitDry or dehydrated hair, and many curl and moisture routines.
Worth knowingA very common, well-tolerated humectant used across countless products.
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Myristic Acid Thickeners and stabilisersFatty acid / texture enhancer
A fatty acid that helps thicken and stabilise formulations while adding a soft, conditioned feel.
May suitThose looking for products with a creamier texture or added softness in conditioning formulas.
Worth knowingMyristic Acid is commonly used in both skincare and haircare to improve texture and support emulsification. It can also contribute mild cleansing properties in some formulations.
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Stearic Acid Thickeners and stabilisersThickener and stabiliser
A fatty acid that helps thicken and stabilise formulations while adding a soft, conditioned feel.
May suitThose who prefer richer, creamier textures in conditioners and styling products.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used to give products structure and improve spreadability. It can be derived from plant or animal sources, with most haircare brands typically using plant-based forms.
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Potassium Hydroxide pH adjusterspH adjuster
Helps control and stabilise the pH of haircare formulas.
May suitThose interested in how a product’s pH is balanced for performance and comfort.
Worth knowingPotassium Hydroxide is used in very small amounts to achieve the desired pH during formulation and is not present at high levels in finished products.
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Lauric Acid Conditioning agentsEmollient fatty acid
Lauric Acid is a saturated fatty acid that helps soften and smooth hair.
May suitThose looking for conditioning support or richer, more emollient formulas.
Worth knowingIt is naturally found in coconut and palm-derived oils and is commonly used to enhance texture and conditioning performance in haircare products.
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Butylene Glycol HumectantsHumectant and solvent
Butylene Glycol helps attract and hold moisture while improving the spreadability of hair products.
May suitThose looking for hydrated, smoother-feeling hair or lighter-feeling formulations.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used to help ingredients dissolve and to give formulas a soft, glide-on texture. It appears in many leave-in and rinse-off products due to its versatility.
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Glycol Distearate Thickeners and stabilisersOpacifier and pearlising agent
Adds a pearlescent look and helps thicken and stabilise shampoos and conditioners.
May suitThose who like creamy, luxurious-feeling shampoo or conditioner textures.
Worth knowingIt also provides a mild conditioning feel, helping formulas spread smoothly through the hair. Its use is common in many everyday cleansing products.
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Polysorbate 80 Thickeners and stabilisersSolubiliser and emulsifier
Helps blend oil-based and water-based ingredients for a smooth, stable formula.
May suitThose using products with essential oils or oil-based actives that need even distribution.
Worth knowingIt is widely used to keep formulations consistent and prevent separation. In haircare, it can also support the even spread of conditioning or fragrance oils.
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Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate Cleansers / surfactantsMild surfactant
A gentle, coconut‑derived surfactant that helps cleanse hair and create a soft lather.
May suitThose looking for a mild cleansing option that supports a gentle shampoo feel.
Worth knowingIt is often used to provide a balanced cleanse without leaving hair feeling stripped. Its texture and lather profile make it popular in modern, gentle shampoo formulas.
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Salicylic Acid Exfoliating acidsScalp exfoliant
Helps dissolve dead skin buildup on the scalp and supports a clearer, fresher surface.
May suitPeople dealing with flaky scalps, congestion or product buildup.
Worth knowingIt is widely used in scalp-care formulas because it breaks down excess oils and debris without needing physical scrubbing. Often found in dandruff-control products.
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Cocamidopropyl Betaine Cleansers / surfactantsCleanser / foam booster
A milder co-surfactant that helps cleanse, boost foam and soften the feel of stronger cleansers.
May suitMost hair types, including those wanting a gentler wash.
Worth knowingOften paired with other surfactants to make a formula feel milder.
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PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil Cleansers / surfactantsSolubiliser / surfactant
Helps blend oils or fragrance into water-based formulas and provides gentle cleansing support.
May suitThose looking for products that disperse fragrance or oils evenly without feeling heavy.
Worth knowingIt is commonly used in shampoos, conditioners and styling products to keep formulas stable and uniform. It also supports a smooth texture and even distribution of ingredients.
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Parfum Fragrance ingredientsFragrance
Gives the product its scent.
May suitPeople who enjoy a scented product.
Worth knowingFragrance preference is personal. Some people prefer fragrance-free formulas by choice.
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Sodium Chloride Thickeners and stabilisersViscosity adjuster
Sodium Chloride is used to adjust the thickness of shampoos and other cleansing formulas.
May suitThose interested in how a product’s texture and lather are achieved.
Worth knowingIt is a simple mineral salt that helps create a familiar shampoo feel and can influence how a cleanser spreads through the hair.
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Caprylyl Glycol HumectantsHumectant
Helps attract and hold moisture in hair and scalp while supporting product stability.
May suitThose looking for added hydration or smoother-feeling hair.
Worth knowingIt is also commonly used as a preservative booster to help maintain formula freshness. It is well tolerated in most haircare products.
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Ethylhexylglycerin PreservativesPreservative booster
Helps support the preservation system and can provide mild skin-conditioning benefits.
May suitThose interested in gentle preservation systems or sensitive scalps may find it relevant.
Worth knowingIt is often paired with other preservatives to improve their effectiveness while allowing for lower usage levels. It also has light moisturising and conditioning properties.
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Saccharomyces Ferment Conditioning agentsFermented conditioning ingredient
A fermented yeast-derived ingredient used to condition and support the feel of hair and scalp.
May suitThose looking for lightweight conditioning or scalp-supporting ingredients.
Worth knowingFerments can contain beneficial micronutrients that help improve hair feel and overall formulation performance. They are commonly used in modern haircare for their gentle, multifunctional properties.
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Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract Botanical extractsSoothing botanical extract
A plant-derived extract used to help soothe and condition the scalp and hair.
May suitThose looking for calming or hydrating botanical ingredients in their haircare.
Worth knowingIt is traditionally valued for its moisturising and soothing properties and is used in modern formulations for gentle scalp comfort.
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Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract Botanical extractsBotanical extract / conditioning & soothing
A plant-derived extract from evening primrose flowers commonly used in haircare to provide mild conditioning, soothing of the scalp and antioxidant support.
May suitPeople seeking plant-derived conditioning or soothing ingredients, those with sensitive scalps, and shoppers who prefer botanical extracts.
Worth knowingBotanical extracts vary in composition and effect depending on the plant part and extraction method, and they are often used at low concentrations that contribute to formulation feel, scent or marketing claims. Evening primrose seed oil is a distinct ingredient (rich in fatty acids); the flower extract typically supplies polyphenols and flavonoids rather than high levels of fatty acids.
Good to knowINCI: Oenothera Biennis Flower Extract. Typical constituents include flavonoids, phenolic compounds and other water-soluble phytochemicals; extraction is commonly aqueous, glycerin or hydroalcoholic. Used in both leave-on and rinse-off hair products for soothing, antioxidant properties and to support hair manageability. As with any botanical, some individuals may experience sensitivity, though reported reactions are uncommon.
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2-Hexanediol SolventsSolvent and humectant
Helps dissolve other ingredients and provides light moisture to haircare formulas.
May suitThose interested in lightweight, non-greasy formulas that spread easily.
Worth knowingIt is also used as a preservative booster to support formula stability.
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Ethylhexanediol SolventsSolvent
Helps dissolve and evenly distribute other ingredients in a formula.
May suitThose interested in products with smooth, uniform application.
Worth knowingIt can also provide a light humectant effect, supporting overall formula feel and performance.
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Citric Acid pH adjusterspH adjuster
Fine-tunes the product pH, which can help the hair surface feel smooth.
May suitMost hair types as part of a balanced formula.
Worth knowingUsually present in small amounts to balance the formula.