COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water
Works for
CleansingPolyglyceryl-4 caprateCan be harsh
“Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water”
This product works by removing dirt and oil from the surface of the skin.
Keep in mind that cleansing can disrupt the skin barrier, and most people do not need to cleanse their skin more than once per day.
Can it cause trouble?
Irritancy7 flagged ingredientsLow risk
ComedogenicClean of flagged comedogenic ingredientsNone flagged
User reviews
1 of 1 community members would buy it again.
I bought this based on the SkinSort reviews and couldn’t be happier. It is an evening first cleanse used to remove mineral sunscreen. It works very well and my mature, sensitive, rosacea prone skin feels hydrated and ready for the second cleanse.
Ingredients
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Water~40–60%
Dipropylene glycol~6.9–10.4%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps to dissolve other ingredients in a formulation. Slows down the rate of product drying
More about Dipropylene glycolPolyglyceryl-4 caprate~3.5–5.3%
Panthenol~2.7–4.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Helps attract water to the upper layer of the skin and can help improve skin barrier function
More about PanthenolSodium hyaluronate~2–3%
- Irritation risk
- Low
One of the best moisturizing ingredients. Attracts water into the upper layer of the skin
More about Sodium hyaluronateAllantoin~1.4–2.2%
- 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 AllantoinNiacinamide~1.2–1.8%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Is proven to be effective in reducing blemishes, evening out skin tone and helping to improve lines and wrinkles. It helps the skin to repair sun damage, calm down inflammation and keep maintain good levels of moisture. The concentration of about 2% is effective for supporting the skin barrier and evening out the skin tone. Concentration of 4-6% is better for helping with acne and balancing the sebum production
More about NiacinamideZinc pca~1.1–1.6%
- Irritation risk
- Low
A compound that combines zinc with a hydrating ingredient PCA. Might to be helpful against acne and clogged pores. Can help calm down inflammation in skin. Could be helpful in reducing the formation of free radicals in skin. Might help to reduce fine lines in wrinkles, but solid evidence is missing
More about Zinc pcaMadecassoside~0.55–1.25%
- 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 MadecassosidePropanediol~0.5–1.1%
- Irritation risk
- Low
Acts as a solvent for other ingredients. Speeds up the absorption of other ingredients into the skin
More about PropanediolCaprylyl glycol~0.4–0.95%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps preserve products and creates a nice product texture
More about Caprylyl glycolEthylhexylglycerin~0.15–0.7%
1,2-hexanediol~0.1–0.45%
Sodium citrate~0.1–0.3%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Helps to control the skin's pH level. Maintains the skin's natural film of amino-lactic acids and oils. Helps to preserve products
More about Sodium citrateCitric acid~0.05–0.1%
- Irritation risk
- Medium
Can work as an exfoliant but is typically used to adjust the product pH
More about Citric acidDisodium edta~0.01–0.1%
Ingredient list view
Water, Dipropylene glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 caprate, Panthenol, Sodium hyaluronate, Allantoin, Niacinamide, Zinc pca, Madecassoside, Propanediol, Caprylyl glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-hexanediol, Sodium citrate, Citric acid, Disodium edta
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Worth comparing, line by line.
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.
| COSRXLow pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing WaterYOUR PRODUCT | UltraceuticalsUltra B2 Micellar Solution | LöwengripClean & Calm - Micellar Water | MILK MAKEUPHydro Ungrip Micellar Water Makeup Remover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Match | — | 73% | 69% | 68% |
| Price | $15.00 | — | $18.83+$3.83 | $32.00+$17.00 |
| Shared key ingredients | — | 3 of 7 | 2 of 7 | 2 of 7 |
| Key difference | — | Glycerin | Glycerin | Cannabis Sativa Seed Extract |
| Irritancy | Low | Low | Low | Low |
| Drying alcohol | — | — | — | — |
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Sources cited in this review
Every concentration estimate and effectiveness label is anchored to one of these 17 studies and safety reviews.
- 1Skin moisturizing effects of panthenol-based formulationspdfs.semanticscholar.org
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- 3Hyaluronic acid: A key molecule in skin agingncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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