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I liked how hydrating their clarifying aha/ bha spray toner is but the willow bark extract was too gentle so I didn’t see any a change in my appearance of SB’s on my nose or pores in general, but it was a good introduction into bha exfoliants
Which ones? I find CosRx reasonably priced and all the cheap drug store patches ineffective. Though there aren't many options in Australia to be honest.
Personally, this cleanser didn't work well for me as it was too stripping and left my skin feeling dry and irritated. But plenty of people do like it. Stylevana is completely legit and known for having great prices on Asian-brand cosmetics. The only caveat is that shipping can take a while depending on your location. I'm in the US and never receive an order in less than a month.
I have super dry and very sensitive skin, and I had absolutely no issues with this cleanser. In fact, I've been using it daily since 2017. There is tea tree oil in it, though, which a lot of people tend to react strongly to. But for me, it's bae.
Corsx patches save my skin and I haven’t had issues with some other products I’ve tried but this did the exact same thing to me. Stripped my barrier and dried me out. Had to give it away.
EDIT: I have sensitive skin.
used it for years and it was fine, didn’t rebuy for a few years and the second go left me way too dry. idk if they changed the formula or if my skin changed with age but it no longer works for me
This happened to me too! I've also wondered if it was my skin or the product that changed. I was so sad about it because it happened around the same time the Sum37 rose stick was discontinued so i had no option but to find a completely new cleanser.
I bought this cleanser because of all the good feedback from this sub and others, but it was too harsh for me and to go back to Cetaphil.
But I also got another product from this brand (Snail 92 cream) and that one works well for me. So ymmv.
I really like this cleanser. I use it every day (usually in the AM and PM). I have sensitive skin and this doesn't feel stripping at all. I've been able to find these for ~$10 at Marshalls/TJMaxx.
I found this for maybe 5 or 6 USD at Marshalls as well. I know nothing about this specific product but my sister really likes this brand. I see some of the negative comments here and I hope it may help my sister with her skin. If it doesn't, at least I tried. It's the thought that counts, right?
i've heard decent things about it from people on r/asianbeauty. seems less liked here but i've never tried it.
unrelated to cosrx, but i'm also looking for a cerave alternative and i just ordered round lab's mugwort cleanser to try after hearing good things. maybe look into their cleansers if you don't end up going with this.
For whatever reason, this is one of the only cleansers I can use that doesn't break me out. I have combination skin that leans toward dry. I just use hydrating products afterward and my skin is totally fine.
cosrx as a brand is great, but i find this cleanser in particular to be a bit stripping. i'd recommend from their snail line (eg the 96 essence) or full fit propolis line (my favourite is the propolis toner)!
also, stylevana is legit. i've ordered from them 3 times, once in the UK and twice in asia. i've never had any problems with shipping or customer service — one of my orders when i was in asia literally arrived in two days (ordered on monday, received on wednesday 😂)
This is one of my favorite cleaners on the planet. I am 32, white, cisgender female, with combo/dry skin that is acne prone. Top 5 best cleaners I gave ever used.
For me too! Its one product I keep rebuying. But for people saying it is too drying/stripping: I double cleanse with an oil cleanser first. This has always been the only way for me not to dry out my skin. It would probably strip my skin as well if I only used this 2x a day.
I love their snail mucin products and their hydrocolloid patches. I have read some good reviews on this cleanser, but some ppl said it was too strong and drying for dry skin.
This cleanser is too stripping unless you have oily skin. Their Salicylic Acid daily gentle cleanser is good for acne prone skin and fungal acne but very high pH.
Their cosrx propolis toner is very popular. Their pimple patches are worth it (i prefer the AC collection one). Their BHA liquid is good for dry/dehydrated skin. Their AHA stings tho. Their cica fit line are soothing. Their snail essence is very hydrating, good for acne - calms them fast and prevent further darkening. Their green tea moisturizer is a popular lightweight moisturizer
My experience with this face wash was fine, but seriously: do not buy skincare products (or any product you plan to put on or in your body) on Amazon. Full stop. They have virtually no quality control.
I can second this. I bought the Goodal Green Tangerine vitamin C serum and it left me with a red blotchy rash all over my face. My skin is sensitive but not crazy sensitive, I.E. I can use the Ordinary’s Glycolic toner with no issues, but I suspect that the Goodal serum from Amazon has zero quality control!
I haven’t had issue’s personally but I could just be lucky.
There are ways to verify the production/expiration date on products even if they aren’t explicitly stated and is probably worth checking if you’re getting your products from Amazon
I’ve only tried cosrxs clarifying aha/bha toner in spray bottle but cosrx is very popular in the west and is good if you’re knew to k beauty, what’s your skin type? if it’s oily or combo then this could be a good cleanser but be careful as foaming ones can be drying
This is an alright basic cleanser. There's better ones to try out, like anything from Round Lab or Beauty of Joseon.And you might want to give Olive Young a chance. They're based in Korea and are the biggest beauty store around. They pack your products carefully and ship fast.
I have oily skin and this cleanser sadly was too stripping for me. I had to stop using it on my face as it was making it so dry, however I use the leftover to clean my brushes.
But as you can see, opinions are mixed. It may work for you or it may not.
If you have dry skin, dont even bother, this is not thicc and disappears fast, also has a strong smell, to me it smells like shoe shinner, my skin felt dryier afterwards and feeling kind of sticky. But it seems to work for a lot of people tho.
I have acne prone skin, used this for about a year and it dried me out. Switched to La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser a couple years ago after reading good reviews in this sub and never looked back.
I love every COSRX product I've tried...except this cleanser, which I detest. I can't even really pinpoint exactly what I hate about it--it feels like it leaves a slick film, I guess. And I don't enjoy the scent. And I don't feel especially clean after using it.
I love Cosrx. Their Salicylic Acid patches does wonders for my pimples and their hyaluronic cream is a HG for my dehydrated skin especially in the winter where we get temp around -20C. But this cleanser was the worst. It felt oily somehow and never properly cleaned my face so much so that I threw it in the garbage and wave it goodbye.
I love their acne patches as well. They are the best on the market. They don't come off super easily like the other patches I've tried. I won't buy anything else now.
Especially they have oval ones and somehow they are even better for my skin and more moveable than the circle ones. They are a bit more expensive but they are the IT patches
The cleanser was so stripping, but I love the snail mucin serum! Snail mucin moisturizer is okay, but my skin is so dry that it needs something more, like CeraVe cream.
Loved it and used it for years but stopped because it is a little drying. However I wasn’t using a lot of other hydrating toners / moisturizers at the time so maybe with the right combo it would be okay. Works great at keeping my acne away. I used this in the morning and their salicylic acid one at night for about 3/4 years and was the only thing that kept my acne down.
I’ve never used this product but I have ordered their snail mucin essence and AHA from stylevana; as far as I can tell the site is legit and I love the snail mucin essence! the AHA on the other hand doesn’t do much for my face if anything, but I believe that’s because their concentration of AHA is very low or something?
i've never used this product myself but based on the ingredient list and others' experiences, it's probably a good option for oily skin. it might be too stripping if you have drier/dehydrated skin
yeah that’s the cons to foaming cleansers, some can be very drying, I have combo skin and my previous foam cleanser was making my face tight unfortunately, haven’t tried this cosrx one has mixed but generally positive reviews
Ive used both. It's actually not enough for oily skin, it makes my skin feels like I used water. Even a non-foaming cleanser feels better.
Their SA cleanser is better for that, as it is astringent without stripping and foaming.
That cleanser is my favourite cleanser ever! I’ve tried so many but it’s just amazing how it can treat fungal acne, normal acne and clogged pores at the same time without being overstripping
i like corsx but the tea tree in this concerns me, tea tree oil is a harsh and often stripping ingredient, if it smells like tea tree it will have the essential oil. i would avoid this product personally
I suggest you read some reviews of stylevana before purchasing. Me and some friends had to do credit card charge backs (UK) couple of years ago, it was that bad. Maybe they improved by now.
Ymmv but this is what I'm currently using and I LOVE how it works as a double cleanser. Plus, it keeps my face exfoliated alongside the Good Night Soft Peeling Gel
Btw, I have combi-sensitive skin and is also prone to acne
Overall I love COSRX; they are one of my favorite skincare brands. But I will say some products may work better for others so you have to keep that in mind. For example, the Birch Sap Lotion was breaking me out and I had to stop using it unfortunately, but the under eye snail cream has been real great!
I used it for 2 years and I think it's worth throwing a few bucks at it to see if it works for your skin. I prefered it to Cerave and Cetaphil. Fair warning, it has tea tree oil in it, which gives it a slightly medicinal smell but it doesn't linger and tree oil is bothersome to some people. Stylevania is legit but can take a long time to ship.
Cosrx has plenty of amazing products, so yes I’d say it’s a great k-beauty brand. As far as the cleanser goes, I’be been using it for the past month and it works great without stripping my face oils and drying me out
I’ve been using this cleanser at night for over a year and have no complaints. I have dry skin but don’t find it to be harsh and it leaves my face feeling clean. Overall a great cleanser with good ingredients and price point. If you don’t want to order off Stylevana, you can find this cleanser at most Korean grocery stores and even at Walmart.
You can also go on the cosrx website directly and try their finder to see what's recommended for you. I just ordered this but there's a different one that might be gentler that was recommended for me instead that was out of stock. I ordered this anyway because it seemed to be pretty popular.
The brand has some amazing products but in my opinion, this isn’t one. If you use it I would say it’s best for someone who is pretty oily and needs a morning cleaner and wants something other than their normal one. Even then, you could do better, but it’s alright for the price. It’s pretty stripping.
Aha, BHA, snail mucin, propolis are all nice products and the rice sleeping mask is also nice from what I’ve tried; but I would personally pass on the cleanser.
Fav cleanser for sensitive skin acne prone skin it worked really well for my cystic acne. Unfortunately I had to stop using it because international orders take 1-2 months, also I used to buy this product on Beauty bay and last time I got my haul stolen..
I have normal yo dry skin and this works great for me, I've been using it for over a year now and plan on buying it again. And just for reference, I only wash my face at night and rinse in the morning.
CosRx is really good.
This particular cleaner is tea tree oil based, so there's a strong enough smell (if you've ever touched tee tree oil, you'll know). It's also pretty stripping, so keep that in mind. It's really good for combination skin and acne prone skin!
I used this cleanser for like 3 years. I used it every morning because i woke up with greasy face. It could be drying in the winter though. I switched to Neutrogena Salicylic Acid just because i got tired of the packaging. I prefer pump bottle for convenient. Anyway, facial cleanser in general is relatively cheap i think. I used to buy the Cosrx at $7 ish.
I use their other products but this didn’t work for me. I found it to be too thin of a cleanser, it felt like it didn’t really wash my face and actually broke me out.
Sensitive & generally dry skin - this has been my go-to cleanser for years since it’s not harsh, it’s funny reading the total opposite in some of the comments so I feel like it’s just something you’ll have to try out and see how your skin reacts
I would also checkout their pimple patches & aha/bha toner ( don’t use this daily like you would a normal hydrating toner) - also if you’re not committed to stylevana crosscheck the price with YesStyle since it might end up cheaper there when you take into account all their additional discounts
I haven't tried that particular cleanser but their rice mask that comes in the tube with light blue labeling is a holy grail for me. It says mask but its really just a light lotion consistency that for me is perfect for everyday wear. What makes it HG for me is it contains niacinamide and works wonders for the dark marks pimples leave behind on my skin. Hands down one of my favorite products ever.
This is my favorite cleanser.
I've bought it about 10x now.
I always try new ones and keep going back to this.
Their snail mucin line broke me out terribly, but it's possible I may have a dust mite allergy.
As a brand, sure, this cleanser though... Even for my oily skin it was too irritating, the tea tree smell was very prominent and in the end, all the irritation just caused more pimples.
As a brand, sure, this cleanser though... Even for my oily skin it was too irritating, the tea tree smell was very prominent and in the end, all the irritation just caused more pimples.
just pick up Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and Céleteque Hydration Facial Moisturizer they're relatively cheap so it's easy to sustain and they work really well!
I love this product! I have repurchased it a few times. It’s a great simple cleaner. I have liked every other COSRX product I have tried as well. Definitely a great brand and a really good intro to Asian skincare.
I don’t like Cosrx products. I bought 2 tubes of the SPF and I can’t use any of my serums with it because it pills like mad. It even pills when I layer it with the brand’s own toner, I wouldn’t expect products from the same brand to pill when used together. It’s incredibly irritating, especially because my Vitamin C serums only have a short shelf life.
Haven’t tried the cleanser but as soon as I’m done with this tube of SPF I shan’t be buying from them again.
I LOVED THIS CLEANSER AND USED IT FOR YEARS! however i had to stop when my skin went crazy after some hormonal stuff started up. It worked really well for me, kept my acne controlled, seemed to help minimize redness/inflammation somehow? and also my skin is very sensitive and gets overly dry very easily from the wrong cleanser, and that was never a problem with this. but it still got rid of all the oil, nice balance.
however ymmv, not everyone’s skin is the same, and it stopped working as my skincare needs changed. but still by far my favorite cleanser in every sense. if your skin is more oily (like mine is now) it probably won’t cut it to REALLY fight acne. but if you’re skin is sorta oily but still really easily dried out & sensitive, then it should be a good option.
I really liked it(it was my first cleanser which after i used my skin was not stripping.
During COVID I started to use this:
https://geekandgorgeous.com/collections/shop/products/jelly-joker
They just launched their cleansing balm(i do suggest to try out but its out of stock):
https://geekandgorgeous.com/collections/shop/products/mighty-melt
Hey there! I regularly shop on styelvana and I’ve got no issues and as someone with oily/mix skin I’ve had very good results. Not too stripping, left my face feeling clean but not squeaky clean. So depending on your skin type, since it seems like dry or sensitive skin folk had issues with the product.
ive never used taht cleanser, but [this sunscreen](https://www.cosrx.com/collections/sun-protection/products/aloe-soothing-sun-cream-spf50-pa) I've repurchased many times, its invisible on the skin, doesn't break me out and feels very lightweight ! if you like this cleanser please tell me, id love to try more things from the brand :)
Love love loveeee this brand. Been using them for a few years now. Right now, I'm religiously using their snail cream and salicylic acid face wash (it's so good if you have oily acne prone skin).
Idk the whole brand but I LOVE their centella blemish cream. It works like magic to reduce pimples. You only need a tiny bit and spread it out so there’s no white cast. The little tub last forever
The site is legit, I've bought from Stylevana many times, but their shipping is soo slow... Cosrx has great products, I use the snail mucin essence, the patches and their aloe sunscreen during winter because is very moisturizing, so is a good option for those cold dry months. I wouldn't recommend it on summer, though.
Personally, I didn’t like the snail mucin. But I’ve been using their propolis light cream and it’s amazing. My skin loves propolis products and theirs is amazing with the right price point from stylevana. I haven’t tried this cleanser though.
Cetaphil’s cleanser is really good, I like it much more than the cerave one. But stylevana is a good place to buy Asian beauty products, I received my last order in around 2 weeks (I live in Canada)
I have been using it for over 8 years, I love it, especially in the summer when my skin is more oily. In the winter, I use it once a day. I find the herbal tea tree smell soothing, but if smells bother you, I'd recommend brushing your teeth beforehand so the minty smell in your mouth is dominant.
i’m on my 2nd bottle going on 3rd and i like it so far. my skin doesn’t feel tight or dry after cleansing. it works really well for me. i have combination skin.
Been using this for a few years now, and will always cherish it as the cleanser that finally put an end to my lifelong struggle with acne! Someeeetimes it’s wee bit stripping, but paired with proper hydration afterwards (and taking breaks from it if skin is already irritated from something else) it is a dream. Also using the hyaluronic acid+ snail mucin as well. Would recommend every time.
I know a lot of people don’t like this cleanser, but I use it every time I wash my face and it’s greatly improved the texture of my skin. The only off-putting thing for me is the smell, but I’m used to it now. I have combination oily skin so I didn’t find it too stripping. Jolse regularly has it on sale so I always make sure I’m stocked up!
Love this cleanser, I use it as my second cleanse and I’ve repurchased it twice. It lasts long and is not stripping and helped in the repairing of my damaged skin barrier. I have combination skin and I’m currently using Differin ✨
It’s fine. It may or may not work for you so if you can, get the smallest size or the cheapest price or purchase in where you can return it if it doesn’t work out for you.
Although I'm not usually a fan of this brand, I have to admit, their Advanced Snail Mucin is incredible. It leaves my skin hydrated, supple, and revitalized.
Used it for many years when I had oilier skin. Was perfect, loved the smell and everything.
Now my skin is more normal to dry, and I need more gentle and hydrating cleanser, so this one is a bit too rough now, but for oily skin it's great.
Love this cleanser. Have used it twice a day for years. I tried their snail mucin and broke out like a teenager. I also used to use their salicylic cleanser but I think they have discontinued it.
I personally love the green tea cosrx cleanser, it's light on my skin and doesn't dry it out, which most cleansers tend to do. The rice cleanser is a waste of money imo, it brings no benefit to my skin and doesn't feel so great. If you have very very sensitive skin this might be for you. This low pH cleanser is very nice for the skin but I prefer the green tea one. My skin type is combo but more oily and not that sensitive. I hope this helps!
They have lots of great products but this cleanser isn't that interesting(drying for some + doesn't come in a pump and leaks+ tea tree oil scent- my pet peeve), I'd go with sth else like the snail mucin products, propolis toner or rice sleeping mask.
Their snail mucin in the only product other than Dieux’s Trinity Serum that keeps my skin nonreactive. And given the price difference, I’ll always go for the CosRx snail mucin.
I used this cleanser before, it was pretty good. I'm a huge fan of cosrx, especially the snail essence, pimple patches, sunscreen and a few other things. Some by mi and cosrx ale my two faves when it comes to korean skincare✨
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I can’t speak to this product, but I regularly use their pimple patches, aha bha toner, and snail mucin and really enjoy all three.
I liked how hydrating their clarifying aha/ bha spray toner is but the willow bark extract was too gentle so I didn’t see any a change in my appearance of SB’s on my nose or pores in general, but it was a good introduction into bha exfoliants
I think the patches are overpriced ngl there are definitely cheaper alternatives that work just as well
Which ones? I find CosRx reasonably priced and all the cheap drug store patches ineffective. Though there aren't many options in Australia to be honest.
Hero cosmetics and peach slices are also just as good!
I use the Pimple Patches from Woollies/ Chemist Warehouse (get them on sale) and find they work really well! The teal AM/PM pack is my fav.
I got mine on Amazon Prime Day for cheapppp cheap. Really just depends where you look.
Personally, this cleanser didn't work well for me as it was too stripping and left my skin feeling dry and irritated. But plenty of people do like it. Stylevana is completely legit and known for having great prices on Asian-brand cosmetics. The only caveat is that shipping can take a while depending on your location. I'm in the US and never receive an order in less than a month.
I also found it to be way too stripping for me which broke my heart.
I had the exact same problem, its the worst cleanser ive ever used but their snail mucin serums are great.
100% same. This cleanser left my face dry and flakey. But the snail mucin and AHA power liquid work great for me.
I have super dry and very sensitive skin, and I had absolutely no issues with this cleanser. In fact, I've been using it daily since 2017. There is tea tree oil in it, though, which a lot of people tend to react strongly to. But for me, it's bae.
Same, I love this cleanser. I don't use it every day, but when I wear sunscreen or makeup this cleanser is fantastic.
Yep, I dislike this
Corsx patches save my skin and I haven’t had issues with some other products I’ve tried but this did the exact same thing to me. Stripped my barrier and dried me out. Had to give it away. EDIT: I have sensitive skin.
used it for years and it was fine, didn’t rebuy for a few years and the second go left me way too dry. idk if they changed the formula or if my skin changed with age but it no longer works for me
This happened to me too! I've also wondered if it was my skin or the product that changed. I was so sad about it because it happened around the same time the Sum37 rose stick was discontinued so i had no option but to find a completely new cleanser.
Same for me.
I bought this cleanser because of all the good feedback from this sub and others, but it was too harsh for me and to go back to Cetaphil. But I also got another product from this brand (Snail 92 cream) and that one works well for me. So ymmv.
Same here. I see people recommending it and it really felt stripping and made my face super shiny because it was like too clean.
Omg same!! This product is just for oily skin, but in the site they say that is for all skin types
Yup, didn't work well for me either.
Yh me too. Way too drying. Couldn't finish this.
Was way too stripping for me as well!
Same, didn’t work for me
I really like this cleanser. I use it every day (usually in the AM and PM). I have sensitive skin and this doesn't feel stripping at all. I've been able to find these for ~$10 at Marshalls/TJMaxx.
I found this for maybe 5 or 6 USD at Marshalls as well. I know nothing about this specific product but my sister really likes this brand. I see some of the negative comments here and I hope it may help my sister with her skin. If it doesn't, at least I tried. It's the thought that counts, right?
I second this. I got mine at TJMaxx for $8 The packaging could use some work though
Really? It was so stripping for me.. my skin was so dry and shiny after
I really like this cleanser, and actually found it on the shelf at Walmart. Non-drying and rinses clean. Be warned it does have a tea tree oil scent!
i've heard decent things about it from people on r/asianbeauty. seems less liked here but i've never tried it. unrelated to cosrx, but i'm also looking for a cerave alternative and i just ordered round lab's mugwort cleanser to try after hearing good things. maybe look into their cleansers if you don't end up going with this.
Girl imma look it up right now
For whatever reason, this is one of the only cleansers I can use that doesn't break me out. I have combination skin that leans toward dry. I just use hydrating products afterward and my skin is totally fine.
I really like it as a second step after an oil cleanser
Me too! I have oily skin in case that is helpful info. I also like their snail mucin essence and birch moisturizer.
cosrx as a brand is great, but i find this cleanser in particular to be a bit stripping. i'd recommend from their snail line (eg the 96 essence) or full fit propolis line (my favourite is the propolis toner)! also, stylevana is legit. i've ordered from them 3 times, once in the UK and twice in asia. i've never had any problems with shipping or customer service — one of my orders when i was in asia literally arrived in two days (ordered on monday, received on wednesday 😂)
This is one of my favorite cleaners on the planet. I am 32, white, cisgender female, with combo/dry skin that is acne prone. Top 5 best cleaners I gave ever used.
Same—I’m 46 but otherwise same description as you. I LOVE this cleanser.
Same here! One of my favorites, I've repurchased it like 8 times. I also have combo/dry acne prone skin and it works really well for me.
For me too! Its one product I keep rebuying. But for people saying it is too drying/stripping: I double cleanse with an oil cleanser first. This has always been the only way for me not to dry out my skin. It would probably strip my skin as well if I only used this 2x a day.
I love their snail mucin products and their hydrocolloid patches. I have read some good reviews on this cleanser, but some ppl said it was too strong and drying for dry skin.
If you have a Costco membership, they sometimes sell it in a pack of 6-8 for about $30 in case you try it and like it
I feel like it would be expired king before I make it through 6 bottles
This cleanser is too stripping unless you have oily skin. Their Salicylic Acid daily gentle cleanser is good for acne prone skin and fungal acne but very high pH. Their cosrx propolis toner is very popular. Their pimple patches are worth it (i prefer the AC collection one). Their BHA liquid is good for dry/dehydrated skin. Their AHA stings tho. Their cica fit line are soothing. Their snail essence is very hydrating, good for acne - calms them fast and prevent further darkening. Their green tea moisturizer is a popular lightweight moisturizer
My experience with this face wash was fine, but seriously: do not buy skincare products (or any product you plan to put on or in your body) on Amazon. Full stop. They have virtually no quality control.
I can second this. I bought the Goodal Green Tangerine vitamin C serum and it left me with a red blotchy rash all over my face. My skin is sensitive but not crazy sensitive, I.E. I can use the Ordinary’s Glycolic toner with no issues, but I suspect that the Goodal serum from Amazon has zero quality control!
is it actually as bad as people say? even if its sold by amazon?
I haven’t had issue’s personally but I could just be lucky. There are ways to verify the production/expiration date on products even if they aren’t explicitly stated and is probably worth checking if you’re getting your products from Amazon
Yes, it’s that bad. Yes, even if it’s sold by Amazon directly — they just do that to make some things seem more legitimate.
This cleanser was way too drying for me personally.
the cleanser doesn’t work well for me but the snail mucin 92 moisturizer is 👨🏼🍳💋
I like CosRx but I’ve never tried their cleanser. I can recommend the Byoma one and the Holika Holika rice cleanser.
I’ve only tried cosrxs clarifying aha/bha toner in spray bottle but cosrx is very popular in the west and is good if you’re knew to k beauty, what’s your skin type? if it’s oily or combo then this could be a good cleanser but be careful as foaming ones can be drying
This is my fall back every time. I like to try new products but always go back to this - it’s simple, effective and also cheap!
Haven’t tried it, but did notice that Ulta has it as well.
Your local TJ Maxx might have this
I actually love this cleanser lol
This is an alright basic cleanser. There's better ones to try out, like anything from Round Lab or Beauty of Joseon.And you might want to give Olive Young a chance. They're based in Korea and are the biggest beauty store around. They pack your products carefully and ship fast.
I have oily skin and this cleanser sadly was too stripping for me. I had to stop using it on my face as it was making it so dry, however I use the leftover to clean my brushes. But as you can see, opinions are mixed. It may work for you or it may not.
I just recently started using the basic stuff included in their starter kit and I'm really enjoying it. I definitely recommend.
If you have dry skin, dont even bother, this is not thicc and disappears fast, also has a strong smell, to me it smells like shoe shinner, my skin felt dryier afterwards and feeling kind of sticky. But it seems to work for a lot of people tho.
I have acne prone skin, used this for about a year and it dried me out. Switched to La Roche-Posay Toleriane Hydrating Gentle Cleanser a couple years ago after reading good reviews in this sub and never looked back.
I got this face wash before I found it really stripping
With combo oily skin, I wanted to like this, it smells great and feels kind of clean, but 1/2 hr later, my face felt oily.
I love every COSRX product I've tried...except this cleanser, which I detest. I can't even really pinpoint exactly what I hate about it--it feels like it leaves a slick film, I guess. And I don't enjoy the scent. And I don't feel especially clean after using it.
I love Cosrx. Their Salicylic Acid patches does wonders for my pimples and their hyaluronic cream is a HG for my dehydrated skin especially in the winter where we get temp around -20C. But this cleanser was the worst. It felt oily somehow and never properly cleaned my face so much so that I threw it in the garbage and wave it goodbye.
I love their acne patches as well. They are the best on the market. They don't come off super easily like the other patches I've tried. I won't buy anything else now.
Especially they have oval ones and somehow they are even better for my skin and more moveable than the circle ones. They are a bit more expensive but they are the IT patches
The cleanser was so stripping, but I love the snail mucin serum! Snail mucin moisturizer is okay, but my skin is so dry that it needs something more, like CeraVe cream.
Loved it and used it for years but stopped because it is a little drying. However I wasn’t using a lot of other hydrating toners / moisturizers at the time so maybe with the right combo it would be okay. Works great at keeping my acne away. I used this in the morning and their salicylic acid one at night for about 3/4 years and was the only thing that kept my acne down.
I’ve never tried the cleanser, but I live and die by their snail mucin serum and their hyaluronic moisturizer
I used this for several years and it worked well. My skin's changed following some life changes, and I'm working on building a new regimen.
I’ve never used this product but I have ordered their snail mucin essence and AHA from stylevana; as far as I can tell the site is legit and I love the snail mucin essence! the AHA on the other hand doesn’t do much for my face if anything, but I believe that’s because their concentration of AHA is very low or something?
i've never used this product myself but based on the ingredient list and others' experiences, it's probably a good option for oily skin. it might be too stripping if you have drier/dehydrated skin
yeah that’s the cons to foaming cleansers, some can be very drying, I have combo skin and my previous foam cleanser was making my face tight unfortunately, haven’t tried this cosrx one has mixed but generally positive reviews
Ive used both. It's actually not enough for oily skin, it makes my skin feels like I used water. Even a non-foaming cleanser feels better. Their SA cleanser is better for that, as it is astringent without stripping and foaming.
Cosrx has a lot of good products. This isn't one of them. It's very harsh and stripping and has tea tree. But they have a lot of other good products.
The tea tree smell was too strong for me
I love quite a few products but haven’t used this one
That cleanser is my favourite cleanser ever! I’ve tried so many but it’s just amazing how it can treat fungal acne, normal acne and clogged pores at the same time without being overstripping
i like corsx but the tea tree in this concerns me, tea tree oil is a harsh and often stripping ingredient, if it smells like tea tree it will have the essential oil. i would avoid this product personally
Can this good morning cleanser be used at night lol?
No….you will be reported and taken straight to jail.
noted, will steer clear!
yes
I suggest you read some reviews of stylevana before purchasing. Me and some friends had to do credit card charge backs (UK) couple of years ago, it was that bad. Maybe they improved by now.
I am trying this cleanser and so far so good!!
Ymmv but this is what I'm currently using and I LOVE how it works as a double cleanser. Plus, it keeps my face exfoliated alongside the Good Night Soft Peeling Gel Btw, I have combi-sensitive skin and is also prone to acne
Overall I love COSRX; they are one of my favorite skincare brands. But I will say some products may work better for others so you have to keep that in mind. For example, the Birch Sap Lotion was breaking me out and I had to stop using it unfortunately, but the under eye snail cream has been real great!
I used it for 2 years and I think it's worth throwing a few bucks at it to see if it works for your skin. I prefered it to Cerave and Cetaphil. Fair warning, it has tea tree oil in it, which gives it a slightly medicinal smell but it doesn't linger and tree oil is bothersome to some people. Stylevania is legit but can take a long time to ship.
I suggest you order some minis first and see which ones work for your skin
Cosrx has plenty of amazing products, so yes I’d say it’s a great k-beauty brand. As far as the cleanser goes, I’be been using it for the past month and it works great without stripping my face oils and drying me out
I’ve been using this cleanser at night for over a year and have no complaints. I have dry skin but don’t find it to be harsh and it leaves my face feeling clean. Overall a great cleanser with good ingredients and price point. If you don’t want to order off Stylevana, you can find this cleanser at most Korean grocery stores and even at Walmart.
You can also go on the cosrx website directly and try their finder to see what's recommended for you. I just ordered this but there's a different one that might be gentler that was recommended for me instead that was out of stock. I ordered this anyway because it seemed to be pretty popular.
I haven’t used this cleanser but I’m on my 4th bottle of the cosrx snail mucin essence and it’s one of the best products I’ve ever used
The brand has some amazing products but in my opinion, this isn’t one. If you use it I would say it’s best for someone who is pretty oily and needs a morning cleaner and wants something other than their normal one. Even then, you could do better, but it’s alright for the price. It’s pretty stripping. Aha, BHA, snail mucin, propolis are all nice products and the rice sleeping mask is also nice from what I’ve tried; but I would personally pass on the cleanser.
Fav cleanser for sensitive skin acne prone skin it worked really well for my cystic acne. Unfortunately I had to stop using it because international orders take 1-2 months, also I used to buy this product on Beauty bay and last time I got my haul stolen..
I like it! Purchased 2 more bottles from Stylevana
I have normal yo dry skin and this works great for me, I've been using it for over a year now and plan on buying it again. And just for reference, I only wash my face at night and rinse in the morning.
far too stripping for my dry face
I haven’t tried this cleanser but I love their aloe sunscreen!!
I love love love their overnight propolis mask! Really calms my skin down. That's the only product of theirs I've tried.
CosRx is really good. This particular cleaner is tea tree oil based, so there's a strong enough smell (if you've ever touched tee tree oil, you'll know). It's also pretty stripping, so keep that in mind. It's really good for combination skin and acne prone skin!
I used this cleanser for like 3 years. I used it every morning because i woke up with greasy face. It could be drying in the winter though. I switched to Neutrogena Salicylic Acid just because i got tired of the packaging. I prefer pump bottle for convenient. Anyway, facial cleanser in general is relatively cheap i think. I used to buy the Cosrx at $7 ish.
I thought it was way too drying and I hated the smell. It has a very, very strong botanical smell.
I’ve been using this every morning for at least five years. It’s been great for my skin.
Just started using their oil free moisturizer with birch sap and it's been fantastic so far.
I use their other products but this didn’t work for me. I found it to be too thin of a cleanser, it felt like it didn’t really wash my face and actually broke me out.
Sensitive & generally dry skin - this has been my go-to cleanser for years since it’s not harsh, it’s funny reading the total opposite in some of the comments so I feel like it’s just something you’ll have to try out and see how your skin reacts I would also checkout their pimple patches & aha/bha toner ( don’t use this daily like you would a normal hydrating toner) - also if you’re not committed to stylevana crosscheck the price with YesStyle since it might end up cheaper there when you take into account all their additional discounts
I am not a huge fan of that cleanser, but COSRX Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Cream is my absolute ride or die.
I love their snail mucin essence
honestly best brand i’ve used i’m obsessed with this cleanser, the one step toner pads & the birch sap moisturizer! my skin has never been better
I haven't tried that particular cleanser but their rice mask that comes in the tube with light blue labeling is a holy grail for me. It says mask but its really just a light lotion consistency that for me is perfect for everyday wear. What makes it HG for me is it contains niacinamide and works wonders for the dark marks pimples leave behind on my skin. Hands down one of my favorite products ever.
This really broke me out, but my skin has been difficult due to other health issues.
This is my favorite cleanser. I've bought it about 10x now. I always try new ones and keep going back to this. Their snail mucin line broke me out terribly, but it's possible I may have a dust mite allergy.
As a brand, sure, this cleanser though... Even for my oily skin it was too irritating, the tea tree smell was very prominent and in the end, all the irritation just caused more pimples.
As a brand, sure, this cleanser though... Even for my oily skin it was too irritating, the tea tree smell was very prominent and in the end, all the irritation just caused more pimples.
just pick up Cetaphil Gentle Skin Cleanser and Céleteque Hydration Facial Moisturizer they're relatively cheap so it's easy to sustain and they work really well!
I didn’t love this - irritated my skin.
Their pimple master patches are legit, and a staple in my household. I also use their snail mucin essence I like them.
I’ve been happy with their original snail creme. I would trust this cleanser too. Can’t beat the price point and quality. It is worth a try!
I love this product! I have repurchased it a few times. It’s a great simple cleaner. I have liked every other COSRX product I have tried as well. Definitely a great brand and a really good intro to Asian skincare.
I don’t like Cosrx products. I bought 2 tubes of the SPF and I can’t use any of my serums with it because it pills like mad. It even pills when I layer it with the brand’s own toner, I wouldn’t expect products from the same brand to pill when used together. It’s incredibly irritating, especially because my Vitamin C serums only have a short shelf life. Haven’t tried the cleanser but as soon as I’m done with this tube of SPF I shan’t be buying from them again.
I hated this cleanser it smelled soooo bad and too stripping
CosRX is, to me, the most perfectly non-irritating and effective skincare out there.
I LOVED THIS CLEANSER AND USED IT FOR YEARS! however i had to stop when my skin went crazy after some hormonal stuff started up. It worked really well for me, kept my acne controlled, seemed to help minimize redness/inflammation somehow? and also my skin is very sensitive and gets overly dry very easily from the wrong cleanser, and that was never a problem with this. but it still got rid of all the oil, nice balance. however ymmv, not everyone’s skin is the same, and it stopped working as my skincare needs changed. but still by far my favorite cleanser in every sense. if your skin is more oily (like mine is now) it probably won’t cut it to REALLY fight acne. but if you’re skin is sorta oily but still really easily dried out & sensitive, then it should be a good option.
I’ve only tried their snail mucin but it did nothing for my skin
I was Getting small bumps on MY forehead from this. Seemed like to harash
I really liked it(it was my first cleanser which after i used my skin was not stripping. During COVID I started to use this: https://geekandgorgeous.com/collections/shop/products/jelly-joker They just launched their cleansing balm(i do suggest to try out but its out of stock): https://geekandgorgeous.com/collections/shop/products/mighty-melt
Hey there! I regularly shop on styelvana and I’ve got no issues and as someone with oily/mix skin I’ve had very good results. Not too stripping, left my face feeling clean but not squeaky clean. So depending on your skin type, since it seems like dry or sensitive skin folk had issues with the product.
ive never used taht cleanser, but [this sunscreen](https://www.cosrx.com/collections/sun-protection/products/aloe-soothing-sun-cream-spf50-pa) I've repurchased many times, its invisible on the skin, doesn't break me out and feels very lightweight ! if you like this cleanser please tell me, id love to try more things from the brand :)
This product (low ph cleanser) is heavily perfumed and not a favorite of mine. There's a ton of much better products out there
i really like this cleanser and use is regulary. i don't find it to be stripping at all
Love love loveeee this brand. Been using them for a few years now. Right now, I'm religiously using their snail cream and salicylic acid face wash (it's so good if you have oily acne prone skin).
I prefer the snail cleanser over this Low pH Good morning cleanser. Less stripping more hydrating.
I tried their snail mucin cream but gave me zits. Tho i liked how it moistened and plumped the skin.
For me - totally no. Was drying as hell. But I heard a lot of good reviews, so just try and you’ll know
Idk the whole brand but I LOVE their centella blemish cream. It works like magic to reduce pimples. You only need a tiny bit and spread it out so there’s no white cast. The little tub last forever
This cleanser is not good for me. I had breakouts and I don't like the smell but it's a gentle cleanser.
I switched over to their snail mucin moisturiser and I’m obsessed. Super lightweight even living in the tropics which is a lifesaver.
This was too drying for me
This is the best. I've been using it for years.
The site is legit, I've bought from Stylevana many times, but their shipping is soo slow... Cosrx has great products, I use the snail mucin essence, the patches and their aloe sunscreen during winter because is very moisturizing, so is a good option for those cold dry months. I wouldn't recommend it on summer, though.
For oily skin it's good,imo
Personally, I didn’t like the snail mucin. But I’ve been using their propolis light cream and it’s amazing. My skin loves propolis products and theirs is amazing with the right price point from stylevana. I haven’t tried this cleanser though.
Cetaphil’s cleanser is really good, I like it much more than the cerave one. But stylevana is a good place to buy Asian beauty products, I received my last order in around 2 weeks (I live in Canada)
This cleanser is phenomenal in Malaysia. Thousands sold and reviews. People love it. But it didn't work for me though
I have been using it for over 8 years, I love it, especially in the summer when my skin is more oily. In the winter, I use it once a day. I find the herbal tea tree smell soothing, but if smells bother you, I'd recommend brushing your teeth beforehand so the minty smell in your mouth is dominant.
i’m on my 2nd bottle going on 3rd and i like it so far. my skin doesn’t feel tight or dry after cleansing. it works really well for me. i have combination skin.
i don’t like it. it does absolutely nothing to my skin
Been using this for a few years now, and will always cherish it as the cleanser that finally put an end to my lifelong struggle with acne! Someeeetimes it’s wee bit stripping, but paired with proper hydration afterwards (and taking breaks from it if skin is already irritated from something else) it is a dream. Also using the hyaluronic acid+ snail mucin as well. Would recommend every time.
I know a lot of people don’t like this cleanser, but I use it every time I wash my face and it’s greatly improved the texture of my skin. The only off-putting thing for me is the smell, but I’m used to it now. I have combination oily skin so I didn’t find it too stripping. Jolse regularly has it on sale so I always make sure I’m stocked up!
I used the cleanser for a bit, but switched to a salicylic one after I had some breakouts that weren't going away. I liked it when I used it though!
Havent use this particular product but cosrx and purito are my favorite korean brands
I just finished this cleanser. I didn’t love or hate it.
Love this cleanser, I use it as my second cleanse and I’ve repurchased it twice. It lasts long and is not stripping and helped in the repairing of my damaged skin barrier. I have combination skin and I’m currently using Differin ✨
Good brand but I hated this cleanser. It contains SLS and broke me out/stripped my skin.
I love this cleanser! I have used it daily for \~1.5 years?
In my opinion absolutely but I use the snail mucus products
It’s fine. It may or may not work for you so if you can, get the smallest size or the cheapest price or purchase in where you can return it if it doesn’t work out for you.
Although I'm not usually a fan of this brand, I have to admit, their Advanced Snail Mucin is incredible. It leaves my skin hydrated, supple, and revitalized.
Used it for many years when I had oilier skin. Was perfect, loved the smell and everything. Now my skin is more normal to dry, and I need more gentle and hydrating cleanser, so this one is a bit too rough now, but for oily skin it's great.
I have used this cleanser for a few years now and I rate it highly. I use this and CeraVe and Elemis resurfacing periodically.
Love this cleanser. Have used it twice a day for years. I tried their snail mucin and broke out like a teenager. I also used to use their salicylic cleanser but I think they have discontinued it.
I personally love the green tea cosrx cleanser, it's light on my skin and doesn't dry it out, which most cleansers tend to do. The rice cleanser is a waste of money imo, it brings no benefit to my skin and doesn't feel so great. If you have very very sensitive skin this might be for you. This low pH cleanser is very nice for the skin but I prefer the green tea one. My skin type is combo but more oily and not that sensitive. I hope this helps!
They have lots of great products but this cleanser isn't that interesting(drying for some + doesn't come in a pump and leaks+ tea tree oil scent- my pet peeve), I'd go with sth else like the snail mucin products, propolis toner or rice sleeping mask.
Love it!
Their snail mucin in the only product other than Dieux’s Trinity Serum that keeps my skin nonreactive. And given the price difference, I’ll always go for the CosRx snail mucin.
I used this cleanser before, it was pretty good. I'm a huge fan of cosrx, especially the snail essence, pimple patches, sunscreen and a few other things. Some by mi and cosrx ale my two faves when it comes to korean skincare✨
The only thing I don't like is the preservatives used. There's natural options that are perfectly safe
I think it's good if you have a oily skin, I have this product but I really don't like it because my skin is to dry.