COSRX Natural BHA Returning A-Sol

COSRXNatural BHA Returning A-SolIngredients

COSRX Natural BHA Returning A-Sol is a product from Uncategorized category with 16 ingredients. Notable: Propolis Extract, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Allantoin. The product is made by CosRX.

Natural BHA Returning A-Sol provides following positive effects: Moisturizing, Cleansing, Acne fighting, Pore Shrinking, Softening and 16 more.

Organic score: 25% natural vs 56% chemical.

INCI

1
Propolis Extract
Skin conditioning agent
2
Alcohol Denatured
Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
3
Butylene Glycol
Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
4
Sodium Lactate
Buffering agent, Exfoliant, Humectant, Keratolytic
5
Lactic Acid
Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
6
Water
Solvent
7
Glycolic Acid
Buffering agent, Exfoliant
8
Betaine Salicylate
Antimicrobial agent, Exfoliant, Keratolytic

All the Positive

Find out what good effects the product has
AHA [2]: Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid
Vitamins [1]: Panthenol
Antioxidants [1]: Propolis Extract
Moisturizing 7: Butylene Glycol, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate, Panthenol, Allantoin, 1,2-Hexanediol
Soothing 5: Propolis Extract, Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Panthenol, Allantoin
Softening 3: Butylene Glycol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin
Lightening 3: Sodium Lactate, Lactic Acid, Glycolic Acid

Concerns

Pay attention to these components
Risk of clogging pores
Risk of clogging pores
Butylene Glycol
Risk of dryness
Risk of dryness
Alcohol Denatured
Can support fungal acne
Can support fungal acne
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil
PEG
PEG
1 component
PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil#15

ECO Metrics

Find out how eco-friendly the components are
Vegan
No
Cruelty free
Yes
Reef friendly
Yes
Ozone layer safe
Yes

Components by Skin Type

Find out what components are good or bad for your skin type
Dry skin
Positive: 6Negative: 1
Butylene Glycol#3Sodium Lactate#4Sodium Hyaluronate#9Panthenol#10Allantoin#111,2-Hexanediol#13Alcohol Denatured#2
Oily skin
Positive: 2Negative: 0
Glycolic Acid#7Allantoin#11
Sensitive skin
Positive: 1Negative: 3
Allantoin#11Lactic Acid#5Glycolic Acid#7Melaleuca Alternifolia (Tea Tree) Leaf Oil#16

Detailed view

COSRX Natural BHA Returning A-Sol

#1Propolis Extract

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent
Antioxidants
Acne fighting
Soothing
Healing
Antifungal
Antiseptic
Antiviral
Anti dandruff
Hair gloss
Hair growth stimulating
Hair follicle nutrition
EWG Rating [ 1 ]

#2Alcohol Denatured

Origin: chemical
Role: Antifoaming agent, Antimicrobial agent, Astringent, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Antiseptic
Alcohols
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
Bad for dry skin
Bad for dry skin

Alcohol Denatured is a great bacteria killer. Manufacturers often put it inside products to increase their shelf life.

It’s one of the most harmful alcohols used in skincare. You should use it carefully, especially if you have dry skin. It removes oily barrier from the surface of your skin making it less protected and causing dryness. We advise you to pay attention to the position of this component in a formulation. If it stays below the 6th position it will hardly harm your skin. We also recommend testing the product first before application. If you feel a “cooling effect” it means the product contains a lot of alcohol and it's better to be careful with it.

#3Butylene Glycol

Origin: chemical
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant, Masking, Solvent, Viscosity controlling agent
Moisturizing
Softening
Hair protection
Comedogenic rating [ 1 ]
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ A ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Butylene Glycol is a very popular synthetic alcohol. It helps the product to absorb deeper and faster. It is also a solvent for other ingredients. As for the skin benefits, it helps to attract water and helps to make the skin softer.

Unlike many other “Glycols”, it is not harmful and that's why it is used in many products. It was approved by US FDA and US EPA for usage.

#4Sodium Lactate

Origin: chemical
Role: Buffering agent, Exfoliant, Humectant, Keratolytic
Moisturizing
Soothing
Lightening
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]
Good for dry skin
Good for dry skin

Sodium Lactate is very effective for recovering the natural lipid layer of the skin. It’s safe and doesn’t provoke negative reactions. It provides a strong moisturizing effect. It’s a nice soothing ingredient.

#5Lactic Acid

Origin: natural
Role: Skin conditioning agent, Buffering agent, Exfoliant, Fragrance ingredient, Humectant
Moisturizing
Cleansing
Acne fighting
Soothing
Lightening
Healing
Rejuvenation
Hair structure improvement
Hair growth stimulating
EWG Rating [ 1 ]
CIR Rating [ B ]

Lactic Acid is the most popular and the least aggressive acid among all the AHAs. Unlike Salicylic and Glycolic acids which can irritate your skin, Lactic Acid will hardly cause any problems. The combination of its soft action and effectiveness makes it a real brilliant. It exfoliates dead cells, makes the skin tone even, clears pores, kills bacteria, moisturizes the skin and helps to keep water, helps the cells to produce Hyaluronic Acid. It also works as a strong antioxidant and anti-aging component.

It's a great acid for getting familiar with the world of AHAs. If you want to start using "fruit acids" but struggling for some reason, try to use Lactic Acid first. If your skin accepts it well, you can try stronger acids.

Compared With

Often compared with following products
Skin Signal
2023 - 2024

The most advanced ingredient checker and cosmetics analyzer. Take a look "inside" the skincare products you use every day.

Disclaimer: All the information on the website is not a medical advice. Visit a doctor if you have problems.

Privacy policy Terms of Service