[Cosrx] Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser 150ml

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser 150ml

1. Product Overview

A creamy, pore-focused foaming cleanser that helps remove excess oil, impurities and accumulated dead skin cells for a clearer, smoother-looking complexion.

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser combines effective cleansing with the exfoliating properties of salicylic acid, making it a practical choice for oily, combination and blemish-prone skin.

Its creamy formula transforms into a rich lather that helps lift away dirt, excess sebum and daily impurities while refreshing the skin.

Salicylic acid helps exfoliate dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores, blackheads and whiteheads. The formula also contains Willow Bark Water and botanical extracts to complement its cleansing action.

Designed for skin prone to congestion, it leaves the complexion feeling clean, refreshed and smoother.

2. Why We Chose It

At Glass Ritual, we select products that address specific skin concerns while making skincare routines easier to understand and maintain.

We chose COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser for its salicylic acid formulation, pore-cleansing action and relevance to blackhead-prone skin.

Unlike a basic cleanser that primarily removes surface impurities, this formula combines cleansing with an exfoliating ingredient commonly used in skincare for clogged pores and blemishes.

It earns its place in our Pore Care & Blackheads Collection as a water-based cleansing option for customers concerned about excess oil, blackheads, whiteheads and recurring congestion.

3. Benefits

• Pore-focused cleansing: Helps remove excess sebum, dirt and impurities from the skin.
• Salicylic acid exfoliation: Helps loosen accumulated dead skin cells that can contribute to clogged pores.
• Blackhead and whitehead care: Supports a routine aimed at reducing congestion and the formation of clogged pores.
• Excess oil management: Removes surface oil for a cleaner, fresher feeling.
• Smoother-looking skin: Helps improve the appearance and feel of uneven skin texture.
• Creamy foaming texture: Creates a rich lather that spreads easily across the face.
• Refreshing finish: Leaves skin feeling thoroughly cleansed and ready for the next skincare step.

4. Who It’s For

Particularly suited to:

• Oily skin
• Combination skin
• Blackhead-prone skin
• Whitehead-prone skin
• Congestion-prone skin
• Blemish-prone skin
• Those concerned about excess sebum
• Those seeking a foaming cleanser with salicylic acid

For dry or sensitive skin: This formula contains salicylic acid, fragrance and tea tree leaf oil, which may not suit all skin types. Introduce gradually and monitor for dryness, tightness or irritation.

5. How to Use

1. Dispense a moderate amount into your hands.
2. Add water and work into a creamy lather.
3. Gently massage over your face and neck, avoiding the eye area.
4. Pay particular attention to areas prone to excess oil and congestion without scrubbing.
5. Rinse thoroughly with warm water.
6. Follow with your toner, serum and moisturiser as appropriate.

Frequency: Although named Daily Gentle Cleanser, individual tolerance varies. Begin with a frequency suitable for your skin, particularly if you are new to salicylic acid or already use exfoliating treatments.

6. Ritual Position

Step: Cleanse

Use as the water-based cleansing step in your skincare routine.

Morning: Cleanse as tolerated, then follow with hydration, moisturiser and broad-spectrum sunscreen.

Evening: Use after an oil-based cleanser when double cleansing, or as your primary cleanser when appropriate.

Because the formula contains salicylic acid, avoid unnecessarily combining several exfoliating products in the same routine.

7. Glass Ritual Pairing

For lightweight hydration: Follow with S.NATURE Aqua Squalane Serum to help replenish hydration after cleansing.

For moisturising comfort: Complete your routine with Dr.G R.E.D Blemish Clear Soothing Cream to support skin hydration.

For additional blackhead care: COSRX BHA Blackhead Power Liquid is a separate leave-on exfoliating treatment option. Introduce it cautiously, preferably on a different occasion or with a non-exfoliating cleanser, depending on skin tolerance.

The aim is to manage congestion while maintaining a comfortable, adequately moisturised skin barrier.

8. Key Ingredients

Salicylic Acid
A beta hydroxy acid (BHA) that helps exfoliate accumulated dead skin cells and manage clogged pores. Particularly relevant to blackheads, whiteheads and oily, congestion-prone skin.

Glycerin
A humectant that helps attract and retain moisture, supporting skin hydration during cleansing.

Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water
A botanical ingredient used in skincare for its skin-conditioning properties. It complements the formula but should not be considered equivalent to a specified concentration of salicylic acid.

Melaleuca Alternigolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
An aromatic botanical oil included in the formula. It may not suit customers sensitive to essential oils or fragrance.

Saccharomyces Ferment
A fermented ingredient used for its skin-conditioning properties.

Botanical Extract Complex
Includes Cryptomeria Japonica Leaf Extract, Nelumbo Nucifera Leaf Extract, Ulmus Davidiana Root Extract and other plant extracts that complement the formula’s skin-conditioning properties.

9. Full 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, Salix Alba (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

10. Safety & Ingredient Information

• For external use only.
• Avoid direct contact with eyes.
• Do not apply to broken or significantly irritated skin.
• Contains salicylic acid, an exfoliating ingredient that may cause dryness or irritation in some users.
• Contains fragrance and tea tree leaf oil, which may not suit fragrance-sensitive or reactive skin.
• Patch test before use, particularly if your skin is sensitive.
• Introduce gradually if your routine already includes AHAs, BHAs, retinoids or other exfoliating treatments.
• Avoid aggressive scrubbing or excessive cleansing.
• Discontinue use if persistent redness, burning or irritation occurs.
• Consult a healthcare professional before use if you have a known salicylate allergy or concerns about ingredient suitability.
• Use broad-spectrum sunscreen as part of your daytime skincare routine.
• Store according to the instructions on the product packaging.

Ingredient Disclaimer: Ingredients and formulations may be changed by the manufacturer without prior notice. The ingredient list provided is for reference only. Always check the ingredient list on the product packaging before use, particularly if you have allergies or sensitivities.

11. Glass Ritual Note

Blackhead care starts with managing excess oil and accumulated dead skin cells.

COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser brings salicylic acid into your cleansing step, helping address congestion while removing everyday impurities. Follow with hydration and adjust cleansing frequency to keep your skin feeling comfortable.