COSRX Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule
Works for
MoisturizingMadecassoside, Centella asiatica extract + 7 moreWorks well
“Cosrx Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule helps to hydrate and soothe skin.”
This product can help improve hydration of the skin with the two types of ingredients.
The first type is called “humectants”:
these ingredients help attract water.
When humectants are on the surface of the skin, they “pull in” the moisture from the outside environment, or from
within deeper layers of the skin. The following ingredients in this product do the job:
betaine, glycerin.
This product also contains ingredients called “occlusives”. They help reduce the speed with which our skin loses moisture to the outside environment. These ingredients also help soften the upper layer of the skin, so it feels less tight and nicer to the touch. The following ingredients in this product do the job: chondrus crispus extract, pentylene glycol.
The following ingredients in this product are especially good for supporting the skin barrier and helping with the hydration level: madecassoside
Anti-blemishCentella asiatica extract, AllantoinNot delivered
“Kind to all skin types, even angry, red and acne-prone complexions, the calming solution soothes irritation with Centella Asiatica extract and Madecassoside compounds to alleviate redness.”
Effective ingredients missing or their concentration is too low.
ExfoliationAllantoinNot delivered
“A daily facial pad soaked in a natural BHA to exfoliate and remove dead skin cells without drying out the skin.The COSRX Hydrium Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule is a lightweight, fast-absorbing ampoule that delivers immediate hydration for sensitive skin.”
This product does not contain effective exfoliating ingredients. It might be able to deliver physical exfoliation, that is scrub off some of the dead cells on the surface of the skin. We do not recommend physical exfoliation, because it is not uniform (some bits of skin can get exfoliated too much while others not at all). It can also traumatize the skin and aggrevate acne and other skin conditions.
Anti-oxidationSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, MadecassosideWorks well
This product contains antioxidants (madecassoside) that can help neutralize free radicals in skin. By doing so, they can lessen the damage the skin gets from the UV light (sun).
The following ingredients - centella asiatica extract also can have an antioxidant effect, but there is less evidence to confirm their effectiveness in skin.
Anti-agingSide benefit · Centella asiatica extract, MadecassosideMay help
This product contains centella asiatica extract, madecassoside. These ingredients might be able to help reduce and prevent fine lines and wrinkles, improve skin elasticity and firmness, but there is not enough evidence that it actually works.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy5 flagged ingredientsLow risk
Comedogenic1 ingredient rated 2 or more on the 0–5 pore-clogging scale1 flagged
User reviews
0 of 1 community members would buy it again.
This product triggered acne breakouts for me and also dried out my skin. It does give a very nice glow to the face but I always had to top it out with a heavier moisturiser than usual.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Centella asiatica extract~6.9–10.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
A plant extract that has been shown to be able to reduce inflammation in skin, support restoration of skin barrier function, as well as support collagen production. Contains active compounds called centelloids: asiaticoside, madecasosside, asiatic acid and madecassic acid. Might be helpful in preventing stretch marks. It can be itself be irritating though.
More about Centella asiatica extractDipropylene glycol~3.5–5.3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolGlycerin~2.6–3.9%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Naturally present in skin. It attracts water to the upper layer of the skin working as a humectant
More about Glycerin1,2-hexanediol~0.2–0.75%
Betaine~1.6–2.5%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improves the product texture
More about BetaineChondrus crispus extract~1.3–2%
- Irritation risk
- Low
- Comedogenicity
- 3/5
Red algae extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and create a nicer product consistency
More about Chondrus crispus extractSaccharum officinarum extract~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Sugar extract that helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin
More about Saccharum officinarum extractPentylene glycol~0.85–1.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Used to preserve products, dissolve other ingredients and create a nice product texture
More about Pentylene glycolOctanediol~0.45–1.05%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer~0.35–0.85%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Increases thickness of a product. Texture enhancer for oil-in-water emulsions
More about Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymerXanthan gum~0.15–0.7%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Used to create a thicker product consistency
More about Xanthan gumEthylhexylglycerin~0.1–0.5%
Allantoin~0.1–0.35%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps calm down inflammation in skin and can help reduce itching. Helps to repair the skin barrier and keep skin hydrated
More about AllantoinMadecassoside~0.05–0.25%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
An antioxidant that is typically derived from plant Centella Asiatica. It can help neutralize free radicals in skin and support skin barrier function. It could, however, itself be irritating. It is often unstable in formulations
More about MadecassosidePanthenol~0.05–0.15%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolIngredient list view
Water, Centella asiatica extract, Dipropylene glycol, Glycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Betaine, Chondrus crispus extract, Saccharum officinarum extract, Pentylene glycol, Octanediol, Ammonium acryloyldimethyltaurate/vp copolymer, Xanthan gum, Ethylhexylglycerin, Allantoin, Madecassoside, Panthenol
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Match % combines shared ingredients, the first five ingredients, shared actives and hero ingredients, irritancy (lower counts in the alternative's favour), texture and body area. Only products in the same routine step are compared.
| COSRXCentella Aqua Soothing AmpouleYOUR PRODUCT | Cos De BAHAES EGF Peptide Serum | BANOBAGIMilk Thistle Repair Serum | ROVECTINSkin Essentials Cica Care Clearing Ampoule | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 58% | 58% | 57% |
| Price | $31.70 | $13.80−$17.90 | $18.36−$13.34 | $24.36−$7.34 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 5 of 7 | 5 of 7 | 7 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Adenosine | Copper Tripeptide-1 | Niacinamide |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Medium |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
| View product | Shop | Shop | Shop |
More alternatives: skinmade Centella Complex + Squalane serumBeplain Cicaful Calming Pad
Product summary
"COSRX - Centella Aqua Soothing Ampoule" is effective for: Anti-inflammatory and Moisturizing
This product could be helpful for: Anti-aging, but its actives are not the most effective or are not well-studied.
Ingredient callouts
- Actives derived from an extract of the Centella Asiatica plant (also known as Gotu Kola) - madecassoside 0.05% - 0.25% The Centella Asiatica Actives, even in low concentration, can help reduce inflammation in skin, strengthen the skin barrier and reduce photodamage. They can also help to decrease scarring.
- Humectants (betaine 1.60% - 2.50% and glycerin 2.60% - 3.90%). These ingredients help attract water to the upper layer of the skin and improve the skin hydration.
What our users say
Based on 1 review 0% recommend this product- When it comes to comedogenicity, the reviewer found that it does not clog pores.
- When it comes to using this sunscreen under makeup, the user found that it pills under a foundation.
Price
The product retails from 20.79£ up to 41.00£ in the United Kingdom, from 10.00A$ up to 53.00A$ in Australia and from 26.00$ up to 31.70$ in the United States.
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 18 studies and safety reviews.
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- 2Centella asiatica in cosmetologyncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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- 6Contact dermatitis due to Madecassolonlinelibrary.wiley.com
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