COSRX LOW PH NIACINAMIDE MICELLAR CLEANSING WATER 400ML

100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Fragrance-Free (confirmed in the declared INCI) · FA-Safe (no Malassezia-feeding esters detected) · Halal-Friendly* / Vegan-Friendly*.

Pros: low-pH formula (unusual for the category — most micellar waters skew alkaline), no-rinse convenience, includes real (if trace-dose) soothing actives. Caveats: at 0.1% niacinamide, don't expect visible brightening from this step alone, and heavy waterproof makeup or SPF still benefits from a proper oil-cleanser first step.

Mauritius heat makes surface sebum feel like dirt, tempting a second or third harsh wash a day that strips the acid mantle (pH 4.5-5.5) and triggers compensatory oil production. This cleansing water's own low pH avoids adding to that stripping, and because it needs no rinsing, it's genuinely gentler than reaching for a foaming cleanser every time skin feels "grimy" in humidity.

Bedside-compatible: yes. No sink or rinsing required — soak a cotton pad and wipe. On a low-energy night, this alone (even without a full double-cleanse) removes the day's light makeup/sunscreen and sweat well enough to sleep on cleaner skin than doing nothing at all.

Step 1 (When): PM, as the first cleansing step (or the only step on a light-makeup day). Step 2 (How much): Saturate a cotton pad generously. Step 3 (How): Sweep gently over the face and eye area without rubbing; follow with a water-based cleanser if you wore heavy makeup or sunscreen.

Optional AM use: a quick wipe-down with this cleansing water can replace a full cleanse on mornings when skin doesn't feel oily, followed by the rest of your normal AM routine and sunscreen.

1. COSRX Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water (first cleanse/makeup removal) → 2. Water-based cleanser (second cleanse, if wearing sunscreen/makeup) → 3. Toner/essence → 4. Treatment serum → 5. Moisturizer. On light-makeup days, this cleansing water alone before a light rinse can be sufficient.

Technique: Press the soaked pad onto skin for a couple of seconds before wiping, rather than dragging a dry-ish pad across — this lifts makeup instead of smearing it. Required skin state: either. Wait time: none; proceed to your next step.

Cotton pads absorb approximately 30-40% of product — use a generous amount rather than a light dab to avoid excess friction from re-wiping.

This is an encyclopedia map of all product types. You do not use all of these daily. You select modules based on your skin state.

Global rules: viscosity ladder thinnest → thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. A micellar water sits at the very start of a PM routine, before any other step, or replaces an oil cleanser on light-makeup days.

PM Maximum Stack: 1. Micellar pre-cleanse — this product's slot 2. Oil cleanser (if SPF/heavy makeup, in addition) 3. Water cleanser 4. Toner (optional) 5. Essence (optional) 6. Serum (optional) 7. Moisturizer 8. Sleeping mask (optional) 9. Spot treatment/patch (as needed). AM Maximum Stack: can substitute for step 1 (rinse/gentle cleanse) on mornings skin doesn't feel oily.

One-lane rule: this product carries no active lane and never conflicts with retinoids, acids, or Vitamin C used elsewhere in the routine.

Makeup/sunscreen removal: micelle technology lifts oil-based residue without a rinse. Sebum regulation support: Niacinamide and Zinc PCA are both associated with mild sebum regulation, though at 0.1% niacinamide, this is a supporting, not primary, benefit. Comfort: Madecassoside and Panthenol soothe during the wipe.

This product cannot deep-clean pores the way a proper water-based cleanser does, and its 0.1% niacinamide will not deliver the brightening results of a dedicated 5-10% niacinamide serum.

Second-cleanse water-based cleanser (for heavier makeup/sunscreen days): primary — COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser 150ml; alternatives — Anua Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Poremizing Deep Cleansing Foam 125ml, Purito Seoul Mighty Bamboo Panthenol Cleanser 150ml.

Oil cleanser (for waterproof/heavy sunscreen days): primary — SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml; alternatives — Anua Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild 200ml, THE FACE SHOP Rice Water Bright Rich Cleansing Oil 150ml, Beauty of Joseon Ginseng Cleansing Oil 210ml.

MYTH: "Micellar water alone is enough to remove sunscreen and makeup." REALITY: most micellar waters, including this one, are best as a first-cleanse step — heavy makeup or SPF benefits from a proper oil-cleanser or water-based second cleanse afterward.

MYTH: "Niacinamide in a cleanser brightens skin the same as a leave-on serum." REALITY: at 0.1% and in a wipe-off format, contact time is far too brief and the dose far too low for a meaningful independent brightening effect.

Mauritius tap water hardness varies by region; this cleansing water's low pH avoids adding calcium-stearate-style tightness on top of what hard-water rinsing already leaves behind.

Full INCI: Water, Dipropylene Glycol, Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate, Panthenol, Sodium Hyaluronate, Allantoin, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Niacinamide, Zinc PCA, Madecassoside, Propanediol, Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, 1,2-Hexanediol, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA.

Preservative system: Caprylyl Glycol, Ethylhexylglycerin, and 1,2-Hexanediol (glycol-based preservative boosters). Polyglyceryl-4 Caprate is the mild, low-pH-compatible surfactant behind the micelle-forming action.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free. Scent: effectively none. EU 26 allergen screen: none detected. Alcohol: Alcohol-Free.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation and no animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal Halal certification.

Vegan: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No animal-derived ingredients detected. This is NOT a formal vegan certification.

Cruelty-free: *Brand-stated policy, not independently certified by PETA or Leaping Bunny. COSRX sells through mainland Chinese retail channels, where post-market animal testing may be legally required; cross-border e-commerce sales may be exempt.

Microplastic-Free: Yes.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic. Evidence confidence: High for micellar-cleansing mechanism generally and for the low-pH-formula-comfort claim; Low for any independent niacinamide/Zinc PCA brightening or sebum-control benefit at this trace dose in a wipe-off format.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Safe. No Malassezia-feeding fatty-acid esters identified in this INCI.

Fresh appearance is clear and colorless. A cloudy shift or off smell signals spoilage — discard. Store away from direct sun.

Patch test on the inner forearm for 24 hours before first facial use, particularly if you have known sensitivity to surfactant-based cleansers.

If adverse reaction: STOP ALL ACTIVES. For 72 hours, use ONLY a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF. After 72 hours, reintroduce ONE product per 14 days. Seek emergency care for hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or breathing difficulty.

1. Treating it as a complete cleanse on heavy-makeup/waterproof-SPF days without a second cleanse. 2. Dragging a dry-ish pad across skin instead of pressing a well-saturated one. 3. Expecting visible brightening from the trace niacinamide dose. 4. Skipping it entirely on light-makeup days when it would have been sufficient alone.

At roughly 2-3 cotton-pad saturations per use, once daily, a 400ml bottle lasts approximately 2-3 months. Reorder about 2 weeks before it visibly runs low.

PM: This cleansing water (first cleanse) → water-based cleanser if wearing sunscreen/makeup → toner/essence → serum → moisturizer. AM: Optional light wipe-down in place of a full cleanse.

If you wore sunscreen or makeup today: always follow with a proper water-based second cleanse — this cleansing water alone is not a complete double-cleanse. If your skin only feels lightly oily/dusty: this cleansing water alone is a legitimate full PM cleanse.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with Low pH Niacinamide Micellar Cleansing Water, not on margin or stock levels. If a pairing does not exist in our catalog, we say so. If you already own a product that fills the same role, use what you have first.

If you wear heavy or waterproof makeup daily and want a dedicated first-cleanse oil rather than a micellar water, SKIN1004 Madagascar Centella Light Cleansing Oil 200ml is a genuine in-catalog alternative built for more thorough makeup dissolution.

Choose this micellar water for its no-rinse convenience and low-pH comfort on lighter makeup/sunscreen days; choose the SKIN1004 cleansing oil when you need to fully dissolve heavier, waterproof, or long-wear makeup and sunscreen.

If you wear waterproof sunscreen or full-coverage makeup daily: the cleansing oil is the more thorough choice as your first step. If your day is light on makeup and SPF is a lightweight lotion: this cleansing water alone is sufficient.

This product's PRIMARY function is gentle makeup/sunscreen removal and light cleansing. You do not need this if you already own an unfinished micellar water or gentle cleanser doing the same job — finish it first. Stacking assessment: No Benefit from combining two micellar waters; Significant Benefit from pairing this with a proper water-based second cleanse on makeup/SPF days.

This product is sourced through authorized Korean distributors — primarily Craver Co., Ltd (South Korea), alongside other verified distribution partners. Craver is a major Korean beauty distributor and the parent company of SKIN1004, handling authorized distribution for multiple K-beauty brands. All products are shipped directly to Mauritius via verified channels.

For comprehensive information about how we verify authenticity, our layered verification system, and how to check your product at home, visit our dedicated Authenticity and Trust page.

Quick checks for this SKU: the bottle carries a laser-etched batch code on the base, and COSRX's official QR verification tool at official.cosrx.com/record can confirm current-generation stock.

COSRX built its early reputation on a minimal, low-pH, "skin-friendly" formulation ethos before its 2023 acquisition by Amorepacific. This cleansing water extends that low-pH philosophy into the micellar-water category, which is typically formulated at a higher, less skin-friendly pH by other brands.

Third-party review sources (Walmart customer reviews, WhatsInMyJar, kaoriskincarejournal) report an aggregate rating around 4.8 out of 5 from approximately 281 reviews on one retail listing — directional, not independently re-counted by Adilsons. Reviewers describe it as effective at removing makeup without residue and gentle enough for sensitive skin. No dedicated Reddit thread specific to this exact SKU was found in this research pass.

Common praise: gently removes makeup and dirt without drying skin out, good for sensitive skin. Common complaint: not identified in the sources checked this pass — worth a fresh check on a future research cycle.

Sustainability: check the base for a plastic recycling code; not refillable.

Do I need to rinse after using it? Generally no for light makeup, but a rinse or second cleanse is recommended for heavier makeup/sunscreen days.

Will the niacinamide brighten my skin? Not meaningfully on its own — at 0.1% in a wipe-off format, treat this as a supporting comfort ingredient, not a brightening treatment.

Is it safe near the eyes? Yes, it's formulated for the face including the eye area, but avoid direct contact inside the eye.

Is it vegan? Self-assessed yes based on the declared INCI.

Can this replace my whole cleansing routine? On light-makeup days, yes; on heavy makeup/SPF days, pair it with a proper second cleanse.

Micelle

A cluster of surfactant molecules that surrounds oil-based residue (makeup, sunscreen) so it lifts away with a wipe.

Zinc PCA

A zinc salt associated with mild sebum regulation.

Madecassoside

A soothing compound derived from Centella Asiatica.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly-acidic protective surface layer.

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Coverage: Island-wide delivery (Mauritius).

Processing and Timing: Orders process in 1-2 business days; usually ready by Day 3 for pickup by our delivery partners/regional team. Partner collection can take up to 1 week. After pickup, delivery typically takes 1-5 business days (weekdays only).

Express: May be available by region; request on WhatsApp: +230 5 778 2336.

Liquids/Sensitive Items: Serums, toners, liquid makeup (and kits containing liquids) are pickup or door-to-door only; checkout enforces this.

Scheduling: Deliveries run by region on set schedules; we will contact you the evening before.

Pickup: Citadelle Mall pickup available.

Returns: No change-of-mind exchanges.

Refunds (Summary): For defective/damaged on receipt (report within 48h), wrong item, or manufacturing defect within 6 months. Refunds via bank transfer (7-10 business days); card refunds may incur a 5% processor fee (fee not charged for defects/order errors). Opened skincare/personal-care items are non-returnable (except if damaged on delivery).

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Best for: anyone who wants a gentle, low-pH, no-rinse cleansing water for light makeup/sunscreen removal and daily comfort.

Key benefits: unusually low pH for the micellar-water category, fragrance-free, includes real (trace-dose) soothing actives.

Keep in mind: pair with a proper water-based second cleanse on heavy makeup/sunscreen days, and don't expect visible brightening from the 0.1% niacinamide alone.