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COSRX

Natural BHA Returning A-Sol

Exfoliant

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4 of 16 ingredients flagged

Essential oil
Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Drying alcohol
Alcohol
Potential irritant
Alcohol, Glycolic Acid, Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil
Strong active
Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid

Key ingredientsPropolis, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Betaine Salicylate, Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol (B5)

Ingredients

In label order. Tap one to learn what it does.

  1. 1Propolis Extract

    Bee-made resin that calms, protects and gives a healthy glow.

  2. 2AlcoholDrying alcoholPotential irritant

    Makes products feel light and dry fast, but can strip and irritate skin when high on the list.

  3. 3Butylene Glycol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  4. 4Sodium Lactate

    Hydrator that is part of the skin’s NMF.

  5. 5Lactic AcidStrong active

    A hydrating AHA. Smooths and brightens while being kinder than glycolic.

  6. 6Water

    The base of most formulas. Dissolves everything else.

  7. 7Glycolic AcidStrong activePotential irritant

    The smallest AHA. Dissolves dead skin for smoother, brighter skin. Can sting sensitive skin.

  8. 8Betaine Salicylate

    A gentler cousin of salicylic acid that helps keep pores clear.

  9. 9Sodium Hyaluronate

    Holds many times its weight in water for plump, bouncy hydration.

  10. 10Panthenol

    Pro-vitamin B5. Hydrates, soothes and helps skin repair.

  11. 11Allantoin

    Soothes, softens and supports healing.

  12. 12Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract

    A botanical extract. Usually present in small amounts for antioxidant or soothing benefits.

  13. 131,2-Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  14. 14Ethyl Hexanediol

    Lightweight hydrator and solvent that helps ingredients absorb.

  15. 15Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil

    Helps blend and thicken the formula.

  16. 16Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf OilEssential oilPotential irritant

    Antibacterial essential oil that can help spots but irritate sensitive skin.