COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser - 150ml - Ulta Beauty

Let me preface this review by stating that I like Corsrx as a brand and have had success with many of their other products in the past. I first tried them out back in 2015 when they were only available for purchase through a few Korean skin care importers such as Soko Glam ect. and thus I felt some level of confidence when picking out this cleanser. I have dry/combination skin that tends to lean on the sensitive side, but nothing about this cleanser gave me any indication that it would irritate my skin. Within a week or so my skin started to feel dry and my overall skin texture started to worsen. I started to get small white heads all over my forehead and hairline, and eventually started to get cystic breakouts on my forehead as well. At the time I attributed this to stress and poor diet, but even after making significant changes in an attempt to improve my skin nothing was changing. I have always had relatively clear skin and when I do breakout it's almost always hormonal and pops up around my period. This was very different. The breakouts were near constant and my skin seemingly worsened no matter what I tried externally or internally. About a week ago I started to really reflect on my routine, products, and any lifestyle changes that could have been causing my breakouts. I was exhausted and frustrated and was even considering seeing a doctor to see if I was suffering from some kind of hormone imbalance. I had a gut feeling that this cleanser could be the root cause of my problems, and immediately threw it away and purchased the cleanser I was using prior to this one. In a matter of DAYS it became abundantly clear to me that my gut instinct was correct. My active breakouts started to clear up. The painful cystic spot on the middle of my forehead has shrunk by nearly 80%. The scarring from old breakouts over the months have started to fade. I have had no new white heads pop up. My skin feels HYDRATED again. This cleanser may work for some people, but after reading other reviews it seems to me that if you have dry, sensitive, or even combination skin you need to stay away from this. I have never had a product cause my skin to react this way and I only wish I would have realized it sooner.

Let me preface this review by stating that I like Corsrx as a brand and have had success with many of their other products in the past. I first tried them out back in 2015 when they were only available for purchase through a few Korean skin care importers such as Soko Glam ect. and thus I felt some level of confidence when picking out this cleanser. I have dry/combination skin that tends to lean on the sensitive side, but nothing about this cleanser gave me any indication that it would irritate my skin. Within a week or so my skin started to feel dry and my overall skin texture started to worsen. I started to get small white heads all over my forehead and hairline, and eventually started to get cystic breakouts on my forehead as well. At the time I attributed this to stress and poor diet, but even after making significant changes in an attempt to improve my skin nothing was changing. I have always had relatively clear skin and when I do breakout it’s almost always hormonal and pops up around my period. This was very different. The breakouts were near constant and my skin seemingly worsened no matter what I tried externally or internally. About a week ago I started to really reflect on my routine, products, and any lifestyle changes that could have been causing my breakouts. I was exhausted and frustrated and was even considering seeing a doctor to see if I was suffering from some kind of hormone imbalance. I had a gut feeling that this cleanser could be the root cause of my problems, and immediately threw it away and purchased the cleanser I was using prior to this one. In a matter of DAYS it became abundantly clear to me that my gut instinct was correct. My active breakouts started to clear up. The painful cystic spot on the middle of my forehead has shrunk by nearly 80%. The scarring from old breakouts over the months have started to fade. I have had no new white heads pop up. My skin feels HYDRATED again. This cleanser may work for some people, but after reading other reviews it seems to me that if you have dry, sensitive, or even combination skin you need to stay away from this. I have never had a product cause my skin to react this way and I only wish I would have realized it sooner.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This one is a good wash when my face is a bit more on the oily side, so especially in the morning (hence good morning cleanser I guess lol). My skin is pretty dry so it's not always what I've been reaching for but it has helped with my acne a bit. not too drying.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A MUST HAVE face wash, zero tightness and no stripping.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My forehead bumps improved from the first one week! Instantly saw a change.

Had to deduct 2 stars bc the smelll is so bad! I do like how it leaves my face but after 2 uses I really cannot stand how strong the smeall is I will be returning. At first I said it smells just like checmicals and then the 2nd use it reminds me of raid!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Caused terrible break outs, still trying to recover

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Best cleanser! It doesn’t let my skin feeling dry and dull. I have very sensitive skin and this cleanser has been perfect. I have been using it for more than a year!

2nd buy on this, Nice for morning wash, not heavy nor stripping for a fash wash.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Favorite cleanser out of all the codex cleansing products. Very light weight. A little amount goes a long way. Cleans well without over drying my skin. Start by making a lather on my fingers before applying to my skin

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This has become my favorite daily cleanser. I thought I would just have to deal with sunscreen acne until I tried this stuff!

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I've been using this as a first step face wash before the snail mucin cleanser, both day and night. It's the real deal! It's light and doesn't dry my skin at all.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] A nice gel cleanser, but it made my face break out so I will be switching back to my old product

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love the viscosity of this gel cleanser. Lasts forever and makes you feel so moisturized after.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is the best cleanser I have used! A little goes a long way. It makes my skin feel clean and doesn't feel tight after. I have noticed that I get less pimples and clogged pores since using it. I really like how it doesn't have a strong scent. So far, I am very happy with he results! I have had the bottle for 3 months now and still have about half lef. t

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Good basic gentle cleanser for oily skin. I keep this in the shower and I share it with my partner. They like it, but they aren't picky haha I really don't like foaming cleansers, so I was very sad to learn this one foams. It is a little drying, but since I have oily skin and it's getting warm again this will work for me. I don't think I could use this in the winter though. The bottle will last forever since you only need less than a pea for a use.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] i use this every day. Keeps my acne under control.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My acne has been like less breaking out, the texture of my skin isn't as dry after I use it like how some other products are stripping the oil from my skin.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] It’s a very gentle cleanser with a pleasant botanical snell :)

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I have used this daily for the last three years. Non drying and a good fresh clean. I will never use anything else!