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Here's our complete breakdown comparing the ingredients, attributes, and more of COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner versus Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid .

Last updated on December 25, 2023. Published on June 27, 2023

Overview

What they are

These products are both fungal acne (malassezia) safe and reef safe . They have a total of 2 ingredients in common

Cool Features

They both contain BHA

Suited For

They're both likely to be good for anti aging, brightening skin, sensitive skin, oily skin, reducing pores, scar healing and dark spots

Free From

They both do not contain any harsh alcohols, fragrances, oils, parabens, silicones or sulfates

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Toner South Korean Brand South Korea
Exfoliator South Korean Brand South Korea

Toner

Toners are used as a “last-step” cleanser, a pH balancer, add moisture to the skin, or may help in reducing impurities on the skin. They have a liquid consistency and are usually used after cleansers but before treatments.

Exfoliator

Exfoliators are used to exfoliate the skin, or remove dead skin cells from the skin. Exfoliators may be chemical or physical.

Price

Ingredient Info

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alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free
alcohol-free
silicon-free
fragrance-free
sulfate-free
paraben-free
oil-free
fungal-acne safe
reef-safe
eu-allergen-free
vegan
cruelty-free

At a glance

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Notable Ingredients

AHA
BHA

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (2)
Redness Reducing
Reduces Irritation
Skin Texture
Reduces Large Pores (2)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing (2)
Brightening

Concerns

Irritating
Rosacea (2)

Notable Ingredients

BHA (2)
Niacinamide

Benefits

Good For Oily Skin (3)
Redness Reducing (2)
Reduces Irritation
Reduces Large Pores (4)
Anti-Aging
Dark Spots
Scar Healing
Acne Fighting (3)
Brightening (2)

Concerns

Drying
Irritating
Rosacea (2)
Eczema
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Ingredients Explained

These ingredients are found in both products.

Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.

1
What it does: Skin Conditioning, Solvent
Community Rating: Mixed

1,2-Hexanediol is a multi-tasker ingredient. It acts as a preservative to increase shelf-life and can aid other preservatives in preventing microbe growth. 1,2-Hexanediol also helps the skin retain moisture as a humectant.

In products that are water-based, this ingredient can help stabilize perfumes and fragrances. It can also help make the texture of products softer and more smooth.

COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner contains this as ingredient number 5.

Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid contains this as ingredient number 6.

2
What it does: Antimicrobial
Community Rating: Liked

Betaine Salicylate is considered a salicylic acid alternative.

Limited studies exist proving this ingredient to be a complete alternative to salicylic acid. Based on existing research, this ingredient does not penetrate as deeply and is not shown to be as effective.

However, this makes it a great choice for those with sensitive skin or need gentle BHA action.

This ingredient is created using betaine and salicylic acid.

This ingredient is oil-soluble and is most effective at a pH range of 3.8-4.2.

Learn more about Betaine Salicylate

COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner contains this as ingredient number 8.

Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid contains this as ingredient number 4.

Here's what our community thinks of the ingredients in these two products.

73% are loved or liked
27% have mixed ratings
0% are disliked or very disliked
0% have no rating yet
58% are loved or liked
17% have mixed ratings
8% are disliked or very disliked
17% have no rating yet

Usage

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Reviews

Here's what our community thinks

COSRX AHA/BHA Clarifying Treatment Toner 11 ingredients

3.8 /5
from 37 ratings
Absorbs Well (4) Light (4) Great Value (3) No Scent (3) Works Well (2) Drying (1)
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Gracekp_827

2 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

My first chemical exfoliator. Great as an introduction for beginner or sensitive skin. Works well for a couple of months and then it didn't give...

My first chemical exfoliator. Great as an introduction for beginner or sensitive skin. Works well for a couple of months and then it didn't give the same effect as it used to. Help reduce blackheads, bumps, and prevent hormonal aches.

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jojoswrld_

4 months ago · Dry Skin
Review

When I first used this, it made my skin tingle ever-so-slightly before revealing the smoothest skin ever. The ever-present texture (closed...

When I first used this, it made my skin tingle ever-so-slightly before revealing the smoothest skin ever. The ever-present texture (closed comedones) on my forehead and cheeks have diminished greatly because of this. I only use it at night because AHA can cause sensitivity to sunlight!

Cos De BAHA S2 Salicylic Acid 2% Liquid 12 ingredients

5.0 /5
from 1 rating
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Tonephone_641

10 months ago · Combination Skin
Review

This products exfoliates and reduces my fungal acne overnight. It's affordable too

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