JUMISO PORE PURIFYING SALICYLIC ACID CLEANSER 120G

Values: 100% Genuine (Adilsons policy) · Fragrance-Free (confirmed via INCI) · Reef-Safe (rinse-off, no UV filters) · Halal-Friendly* · Vegan-Friendly*

If you have spent years feeling like your face is never actually clean — oily by 11am, but tight and uncomfortable right after washing — that frustration is the exact cycle this product is built to interrupt, not by stripping harder, but by dissolving what's physically inside the pore.

Pros: disclosed 0.5% BHA concentration (many cleansers hide this), amino-acid surfactant base instead of soap/sulfates, fragrance-free, blue clay for oil absorption without added grit.

Caveats: several users report it lathers less than a typical foaming cleanser; an independent ingredient-scoring source rated overall effectiveness moderate rather than dramatic; a rinse-off BHA at 0.5% has limited contact time, so it supports (not replaces) a leave-on BHA if deep pore work is the goal.

In Mauritius heat, what looks like a "dirty," shiny face by midday is mostly sebum and sweat doing their normal job, not grime. Washing more than twice a day strips the skin's acid mantle (target pH 4.5-5.5), and the skin responds by producing more oil to compensate — so over-cleansing to fight oiliness often manufactures more of it.

This cleanser is built to interrupt that cycle rather than accelerate it: the amino-acid surfactant system (Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate) cleanses without the high alkalinity of soap-based cleansers, and the 0.5% Salicylic Acid works inside the pore lining rather than relying on aggressive surface friction. Used twice daily as directed (not more), it should reduce the "oily by midday" feeling over 4-6 weeks rather than create a rebound.

Classification: YELLOW (14+, with guidance). This is a mild, rinse-off 0.5% BHA cleanser — well below leave-on exfoliant strength — but it is a real clinical-grade active, not a plain hydrating wash, so it is not a blanket "all ages" product. Salicylic Acid works by dissolving the keratin/sebum plug inside a pore, a process that becomes relevant once sebaceous glands become more active around puberty — using it before that point offers little benefit and unnecessary irritation risk.

For a genuinely younger or first-time cleanser user, start with a fragrance-free, non-active gel cleanser and introduce a BHA step later if congestion becomes a real issue. See the Mindful Alternatives section below for a verified in-catalog gentle option.

Step 1 (When): AM and PM, once daily each to start.

Step 2 (How much): A 1-2cm ribbon or one pump, worked into a lather with a small amount of water in your palms before applying.

Step 3 (How): Massage onto damp skin for 60 seconds using fingertips (not a brush or cloth), focusing on the T-zone, then rinse fully with lukewarm water.

Introduce this as the ONLY new product in your routine. Wait a full 14 days before adding anything else. This isolation window ensures you can identify whether any reaction is caused by this specific product.

1. JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser — 60 seconds, rinse fully.
2. Toner (optional, pH-comfort layer) — 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s.
3. Niacinamide or hydrating serum — 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s.
4. Moisturizer (gel-cream for oily/humid days) — 1-1.5 peas.
5. Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ — non-negotiable, 2-finger rule, wait 10-15 minutes before sun/makeup.

Mauritius humidity note: after this cleanser, humectant layers (hyaluronic acid, glycerin-based toners) draw moisture from the humid morning air rather than pulling it from your deeper skin layers — this is one reason a light hydrating step immediately after cleansing feels more comfortable here than it would in a dry climate.

1. Oil cleanser or micellar water first if wearing sunscreen/makeup — emulsify, rinse.
2. JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser (second cleanse) — 60 seconds, rinse fully.
3. Toner (optional).
4. Treatment serum (niacinamide, centella, or barrier support — see Conflict Solver below before adding a second BHA/AHA/retinoid).
5. Moisturizer.

Skin cycling integration: this cleanser's BHA is mild enough to use nightly as a wash-off step even on nights you run a leave-on retinoid or exfoliant elsewhere in your routine, since contact time is short — but if your skin is reactive, keep this to AM-only and use a plain gentle cleanser at night on active nights.

60-Second Rule: surfactants and the BHA need roughly a minute of genuine skin contact to work — rinsing after 10 seconds mostly just wets your face.

Pat/Press, don't scrub: friction against already-softened, decongested pores increases irritation without improving results.

Required skin state: damp skin, to help the amino-acid surfactants foam and spread evenly.

Hands vs. tools: hands deliver the fullest, most even contact. Avoid cleansing brushes or rough cloths with a BHA cleanser — they add mechanical exfoliation on top of chemical exfoliation, which is how over-exfoliation happens.

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 runs thinnest to thickest, water-phase before oil-phase, treatments before seals. Wait-time defaults: watery layers 10-20s, serum layers 30-60s, before sunscreen 10-15 minutes if going outdoors.

Amount defaults: toner/essence 5-8 drops per layer, serum/ampoule 2-3 drops or 1 pump, eye product ½ rice-grain per eye, gel moisturizer 1-1.5 peas, cream 1-2 peas, occlusive seal rice-grain to pea-size, sunscreen 2-finger rule for face. Hydrators go on slightly damp skin; retinoids on fully dry skin. If the routine pills, stings, or feels heavy, reduce layers, not increase.

AM Maximum Stack: (1) Rinse/gentle cleanse — this product fits here; (2) pH-prep toner; (3) hydrating toner layers (1-3); (4) essence; (5) mist; (6) booster/soothing serum; (7) antioxidant lane (choose one); (8) pigment support lane (choose one); (9) hydration serum lane; (10) oil-control/sebum lane; (11) peptides/repair lane; (12) eye product; (13) moisturizer; (14) optional sealing layer; (15) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++ (non-negotiable); (16) lip SPF. In AM, prioritize comfort + SPF adherence over stacking. In high humidity, fewer layers often perform better.

PM Maximum Stack: (1) Micellar pre-cleanse; (2) oil cleanser/balm if wearing SPF/makeup; (3) water cleanser — this product's PM slot; (4) pH-prep toner; (5) hydrating toner layers; (6) essence; (7) soothing/barrier serum; (8) anchor active product; (9) targeted serum if non-conflicting; (10) moisturizer; (11) sleeping mask; (12) occlusive seal; (13) spot treatment/patch; (14) lip sleeping mask. Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night.

Lane strictness: Retinoid OR Exfoliation OR Strong Vitamin C (LAA) OR Acne-control active per routine; barrier/hydration can always accompany. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

This is a rinse-off, water-phase step — it sits at the very start of both AM and PM routines, before any toner, serum, or cream, and is fully rinsed away before the next layer is applied.

Because it does not remain on skin, there is no phase-compatibility or layering conflict with anything applied afterward — its only interaction risk is with what you use in the same cleansing step (see Conflict Solver below for combining it with other actives you apply that day).

Purging vs. reaction: a small, temporary increase in surface bumps in your usual breakout zones during weeks 1-4 (purging) can resolve on its own within 4-6 weeks. Burning, spreading redness, hives, or new breakouts in areas you don't normally get them is a reaction — stop use immediately.

Prerequisites: before starting this product, your skin should already tolerate a basic fragrance-free cleanse without stinging or tightness. Without that baseline, this product causes more irritation than benefit.

Barrier gate: if your skin stings when you apply moisturizer, feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, or shows visible flaking, your barrier is below the threshold for this cleanser. Start with a plain, fragrance-free gel cleanser and a barrier-repair moisturizer first — see the JUMISO D-Panthenol Barrier Soothing Serum as a verified in-catalog option.

Clogged pores and blackheads: Salicylic Acid is oil-soluble, so it can penetrate into the sebum-filled pore lining and help break down the keratin/sebum plug from inside, rather than only exfoliating the visible surface.

Excess surface oil: the blue clay component (Montmorillonite, Illite) physically absorbs surface sebum during the wash, giving a mattifying effect immediately after use.

Secondary benefit: mild surface exfoliation from the BHA can support overall texture and tone evenness over time, though this is a supporting effect, not the product's primary job.

What this product cannot do: it cannot physically shrink pore size (pore size is largely structural/genetic; this product reduces the debris that makes pores look larger), cannot resolve deep cystic acne on its own, and a rinse-off format cannot deliver the same depth of BHA penetration as a leave-on BHA toner or serum.

Diet-skin co-factor: for acne and oiliness specifically, a high-glycemic diet and dairy intake are linked to insulin/IGF-1 spikes that can increase sebum production. This cleanser addresses the topical side of pore congestion; if breakouts persist despite consistent use, diet is worth examining alongside your routine — this is a general pattern noted in nutrition-and-skin research, not a medical claim about your specific case.

Every pairing below is verified currently active with real stock in the Adilsons catalog at the time of writing. Adilsons restocks constantly, so each slot lists a primary pick plus alternatives — check current availability at checkout.

Toner (pH comfort + hydration after cleansing): Primary — JUMISO All Day Vitamin Glow Boost Facial Toner (same brand, non-active, hydrating). Alternatives — Anua Rice 70 + Ceramide Glow Milky Toner, Anua Heartleaf 77% Soothing Toner, AXIS-Y Dark Spot Correcting Glow Toner. AM/PM: either.

Oil-control / niacinamide serum: Primary — Jumiso Niacinamide 10 Serum (same brand; niacinamide regulates sebum production, complementing this cleanser's pore-clearing action). Alternatives — Jumiso Niacinamide 20 Serum, Anua Peach 77% Niacin Essence Toner, SKIN1004 Centella Tone Brightening Capsule Ampoule (4% Niacinamide). AM or PM.

Moisturizer: Primary — Jumiso Niacinamide 2 + Oil Control Cream (same brand, lightweight, oil-control focused — note: limited current stock). Alternatives — Jumiso Waterfull Hyaluronic Acid Cream, Jumiso Waterfull Hyaluronic Cream 50g. AM and PM.

Sunscreen (mandatory AM step): Primary — Jumiso Waterfull Hyaluronic Sunscreen (same brand). Alternatives — Beauty of Joseon Relief Sun: Rice + Probiotics, Anua Heartleaf Silky Moisture Sun Cream, SKIN1004 Hyalu-Cica Water-Fit Sun Serum. AM only.

Pilling note: as a rinse-off first step, this cleanser is fully removed before any other product is applied, so it does not itself cause pilling with anything layered afterward.

This is a conflict-solver for ACTIVE ingredients. If you run multiple actives, use these rules to avoid irritation, deactivation, and barrier damage.

Universal rule: run only one primary "active lane" per routine (Retinoid OR Acid Exfoliation OR L-Ascorbic Acid Vitamin C OR Benzoyl Peroxide OR strong acne lane). If you break this rule, don't push through — reduce frequency, split AM/PM, or alternate nights instead. If moisturizer stings or skin feels tight within 30 minutes of cleansing, pause all actives and run barrier-only for 3-7 days.

× Leave-on BHA/AHA products (toners, serums, ampoules): because this cleanser is rinsed off within about a minute, combining it with a leave-on acid the same day is generally low-risk for most users — but if you are also using a leave-on exfoliant like a BHA toner or AHA serum, treat that leave-on product as your day's "active lane" and don't add a second leave-on exfoliant on top.

× Retinoids: using this cleanser before a PM retinoid is fine for most people since it is rinsed away; if your skin is sensitive or new to retinoids, use a plain non-active cleanser on retinoid nights instead and save this cleanser for AM only.

× Benzoyl Peroxide (BPO) treatments: no direct chemistry conflict since this is rinsed off, but combining two acne actives (BHA cleanser + BPO leave-on) in the same routine can add up to more dryness than either alone — introduce them on a staggered schedule if you are new to actives.

Scheduling template — most common: AM: this cleanser → antioxidant/niacinamide → moisturizer → SPF. PM: this cleanser (or a gentle cleanser on active nights) → your chosen leave-on active lane → moisturizer.

Do not layer retinoids with AHA/BHA in the same night; keep "one lane" per night. If unsure, default to the safest lane — barrier/hydration — and reduce layers.

Pre-period breakouts happen because progesterone causes the pore lining to physically swell, narrowing the opening and trapping sebum beneath — this is a mechanical, hormonal event, not a hygiene failure, and it is exactly the kind of congestion this cleanser's BHA is designed to help clear.

MYTH: "A cleanser that doesn't lather a lot isn't cleaning properly." REALITY: Amino-acid surfactant systems like the one in this cleanser are deliberately lower-lather than soap or sulfate-based foams because they are milder on the skin barrier — foam volume is not a measure of cleansing power.

MYTH: "More salicylic acid is always better for blackheads." REALITY: Higher percentages increase irritation risk faster than they increase benefit in a rinse-off format; 0.5% in a cleanser is a supportive, low-risk dose meant to complement (not replace) a leave-on BHA if deeper pore work is the goal.

MYTH: "If my skin feels squeaky-clean, the cleanser is working well." REALITY: A squeaky feeling usually means the cleanser stripped your skin's natural lipids and pushed the pH alkaline — the goal is skin that feels comfortable, not tight, right after rinsing.

Sugar cane burning season (July-November): PM2.5 particulate levels rise during this period. Since this is a rinse-off cleanser, it actively helps by washing off the day's particulate buildup rather than trapping it against skin the way a tacky leave-on product might.

Hard water note: in areas of Mauritius with harder tap water, cleansers can leave a mild calcium-stearate film that causes a tight feeling after rinsing. If this happens, follow with a pH-balancing toner (see pairings above) to help neutralize the residue.

Full INCI list (medium confidence — aggregated from multiple retailer/database listings since direct source pages were unreachable this pass; verify against your physical packaging if precision matters to you): Water, Glycerin, Sodium Cocoyl Glycinate, Sodium Lauroyl Glutamate, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Butylene Glycol, Glyceryl Stearate, 1,2-Hexanediol, [--- Estimated 1% Line ---] Salicylic Acid, Citric Acid, Dimethyl Sulfone, Montmorillonite, Illite, Dextrin, Gardenia Florida Fruit Extract, Malic Acid, Pyrus Malus (Apple) Fruit Extract, Coptis Japonica Root Extract.

*Salicylic Acid appears just after our estimated 1% line by ingredient-list position, but this matches its brand-disclosed 0.5% concentration — a genuine, therapeutic-range BHA dose, not a hidden trace amount. The plant extracts further down the list (Gardenia Florida, apple, Coptis japonica) sit well below 1% and read as marketing-supportive rather than primary actives.

Preservative system: 1,2-Hexanediol functions as a preservative-booster/humectant; no parabens or phenoxyethanol appear in the declared list.

Fragrance status: Fragrance-Free — no Parfum/Fragrance ingredient appears in the declared INCI across any source checked.

Scent: Unscented to very faintly herbal from the plant extracts; most users report no detectable scent.

EU 26 allergen screen: None detected in the declared INCI.

Alcohol disclosure: Alcohol-Free. 1,2-Hexanediol is a glycol-type preservative-booster, not a drying alcohol.

Aspirin/salicylate sensitivity: if you have a known allergy or sensitivity to aspirin or other salicylates, this product's Salicylic Acid (a salicylate itself) can potentially trigger a similar reaction topically, though this is much less common than with oral aspirin. Patch test first, and stop immediately if you notice hives, swelling, or unusual redness.

No other cross-reactivity ingredients (snail mucin, propolis, papaya enzyme, chamomile, chitosan) were found in this product's declared INCI, so no other cross-reactivity flags apply here.

Halal: *Self-assessed by Adilsons based on available INCI data. No ethanol from fermentation, no porcine-derived ingredients, and no haram animal-derived ingredients detected in the declared ingredient list. This is NOT a formal Halal certification. Muslims with stricter requirements should consult their own scholars.

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

Cruelty-Free: *Brand-stated policy. Not independently certified by Leaping Bunny, PETA, or equivalent third-party audit.

Reef Safety: This is a rinse-off cleanser containing no UV filters, so standard reef-safety concerns (oxybenzone/octinoxate) do not apply.

Microplastic-Free: Yes — no polyethylene or other exfoliating microbead polymers detected in the declared INCI; exfoliation here is chemical (BHA), not micro-plastic-based.

MFDS classification: General Cosmetic — no evidence found of Korean MFDS Functional Cosmetic certification for this SKU.

Brand clinical claims: the brand states this cleanser reduces acne by 45%, lowers sebum by 43.1%, and improves texture by 20.8% over 4 weeks, and removes 99.9% of impurities in a single use.* *No study institution, sample size, or published methodology was found for these figures during this research pass — treat as brand-supplied marketing claims (Marketing-Only evidence tier) rather than independently verified clinical results.

Independent scoring counterpoint: a third-party ingredient-based scoring source rated this formula's overall effectiveness at a moderate 37/100 with medium irritation potential — presented here as a useful counterbalance to the brand's own marketing figures, not as a clinical verdict either way.

Note on naming: this product is listed on Adilsons as "JUMISO Pore Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser 120G." Every other retailer and the brand's own site list the identical formula (same 120g size, same 0.5% BHA + blue clay description) as the "Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Foaming Cleanser 120g" — the word "Foaming" appears to have been dropped from this listing's title. This does not affect the description below, which covers the real, verified formula.

Fungal Acne Safety: FA-Conditional. Glyceryl Stearate in the formula is flagged as FA-conditional on community trackers depending on its exact ester chain length, which is not disclosed here. As a rinse-off product with roughly 60 seconds of skin contact, its practical relevance to Malassezia is lower than the same ingredient would carry in a leave-on formula — but if you are actively managing fungal acne and want to be strict about it, patch test on a small area first.

Assessment: None. As a fully rinsed-off first step, this product leaves no residue on skin to interact with anything layered afterward, so pilling is not a relevant risk for this specific product.

A fresh, undegraded formula should remain a consistent off-white to pale gel. A shift to a distinctly darker color, a rancid or sharply "off" smell, or visible separation that doesn't remix with shaking are signs to discontinue.

Mauritius storage note: keep out of direct bathroom-window sun and away from prolonged high heat (a hot, humid bathroom shelf is not ideal for any water-based formula long-term) — a cabinet or drawer extends stability further than an open shelf in direct humidity.

When in doubt, discard.

Patch test: apply a small amount to your inner forearm, wait 24 hours, then to a spot behind your ear, wait another 24 hours, before full facial use.

72-hour barrier reset: if you experience an adverse reaction, stop all actives. For 72 hours, use only a gentle cleanser, plain moisturizer, and mineral SPF — no acids, retinoids, Vitamin C, exfoliants, or essential oils. After 72 hours, reintroduce one product per 14 days.

Emergency stop signals: hives, swelling, blistering, persistent burning, or any difficulty breathing warrant seeking medical care immediately, not waiting it out.

Because the Salicylic Acid concentration here (0.5%, rinse-off) sits below this skill's pregnancy-caution threshold (2%, leave-on relevance), it does not trigger a mandatory pregnancy warning banner on this page. That said, some clinicians prefer pregnant or nursing patients avoid all salicylic acid products out of caution — if you are pregnant or nursing, check with your own doctor before use rather than relying on this page alone.

1. Using it more than twice daily hoping for faster pore-clearing — this strips the barrier instead.
2. Scrubbing with a cleansing brush on top of the chemical exfoliation — this compounds irritation.
3. Skipping moisturizer afterward because skin "feels clean" — dryness compounds over days.
4. Expecting deep pore results from a rinse-off product alone — pair with a leave-on BHA if that's the real goal.
5. Combining with a leave-on strong acid or retinoid without reducing frequency somewhere in the routine.

Overuse threshold: more than twice daily, or continuous daily double-cleansing with this product on both cleanse steps, risks barrier damage without added benefit.

Phone hygiene: for acne-prone skin specifically, a phone screen pressed against the cheek/jaw during calls is a common, overlooked bacterial transfer point — wipe it regularly if breakouts cluster on one side of the face.

Usage math: at a 1-2cm ribbon per use, twice daily, a 120g tube provides roughly 90-120 uses.

Lifespan: at recommended dosage, this comes to approximately 6-8 weeks of twice-daily use; using 2-3x the recommended amount per wash cuts this to roughly 3-4 weeks without improving results — correct dosing extends the product's life without sacrificing outcome.

Reorder timing: plan to reorder about 2 weeks before you expect to run out, to allow for delivery time.

This cleanser is the decongesting first step of an oil-control, pore-clearing routine — it sits at the very start of both AM and PM, before every other product.

AM: (1) JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser — 60 seconds, rinse. (2) Toner, 5-8 drops, wait 10-20s. (3) Niacinamide serum, 2-3 drops, wait 30-60s. (4) Gel moisturizer, 1-1.5 peas. (5) Sunscreen SPF50+ PA++++, 2-finger rule, wait 10-15 min.

PM: (1) Oil cleanser/micellar if wearing SPF or makeup. (2) JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser — 60 seconds, rinse. (3) Toner. (4) Chosen active lane (see Conflict Solver). (5) Moisturizer.

If your skin is barrier-compromised right now: pause this cleanser, use a plain gentle cleanser, and revisit once stinging/flaking resolves.

If you are in AC all day: follow every cleanse with a proper moisturizer promptly, since AC air pulls moisture from skin faster than usual after any cleanse.

If you are in your luteal phase and breaking out along the jawline: continue standard twice-daily use, but hold off adding any other new active this week.

Stock-true starter bundle: this cleanser + JUMISO All Day Vitamin Glow Boost Facial Toner + Jumiso Niacinamide 10 Serum + Jumiso Waterfull Hyaluronic Sunscreen — a complete, same-brand AM oil-control routine, each step verified in stock at time of writing.

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The recommendations above are based on formulation synergy with JUMISO Pore-Purifying Salicylic Acid Cleanser, 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 want a gentler, non-active cleanser — for a first-time cleanser user, a compromised barrier, or simply because you don't want an active in your cleanse step — JUMISO Waterfull Hyaluronic Acid Cleansing Foam is a verified in-catalog, same-brand alternative with no BHA, built for hydration rather than pore-clearing. Other verified gentle options: SKIN1004 Centella Ampoule Foam, COSRX Low pH Good Morning Gel Cleanser, Beauty of Joseon Green Plum Refreshing Cleanser.

Choose the Salicylic Acid Cleanser over the Waterfull Hyaluronic Cleansing Foam if you need: active pore decongestion and oil control, not just hydrating cleansing.

Upgrade triggers (if 2 or more apply, this cleanser is the better fit):

• IF you see visible blackheads on the nose/chin, THEN the BHA here directly targets that.
• IF your skin feels oily by midday even after cleansing, THEN this formula's clay + BHA combination addresses that more directly than a plain hydrating foam.
• IF you're not currently using any other leave-on BHA/AHA, THEN this is a low-risk way to add mild exfoliation.
• IF your barrier is currently compromised or flaking, THEN do not upgrade yet — repair barrier first with the gentler alternative.

Timing: works AM and PM; occupies the "cleanse" step only, so it doesn't compete with any leave-on active lane.

Don't upgrade if: your barrier is below threshold right now, you're new to actives generally and want to start simpler, or you already run a leave-on BHA/AHA and don't want to add a second exfoliating step.

If you match 2 or more upgrade triggers above, THIS is worth choosing. If not, the alternative is sufficient and safer. Consistency beats complexity.

This product's PRIMARY function is: mild BHA-based pore decongestion in a rinse-off cleanser. You do NOT need this if you already own an unopened or barely-used cleanser with a similar disclosed BHA/salicylic acid percentage (e.g. COSRX Salicylic Acid Daily Gentle Cleanser, AXIS-Y's BHA toner used as your primary exfoliation step). Finish your current product before purchasing.

Stacking assessment: Marginal Benefit if you already run a leave-on BHA toner/serum (overlapping mechanism, some added convenience from the rinse-off step). Significant Benefit if your current routine has no BHA anywhere and congestion/blackheads are a real concern.

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 verification tips for this product: check for consistent bilingual (Korean/English) printing on both the outer carton and the tube itself, a batch/expiry code printed directly on the tube (not only the box), and that the tube's blue-and-white color scheme matches current official product photography.

Brand: JUMISO. Parent Company: Hana Company / Helloskin (sources are split on the exact formal entity). Founded: 2016. Headquarters: South Korea. Hero Product Lines: All Day Vitamin, D-Panthenol Barrier, Waterfull Hyaluronic, Niacinamide 10/20.

JUMISO's name is a portmanteau of "Ju" (to give) and "miso" (smile), and the brand positions itself around approachable, everyday-wearable actives rather than one single hero ingredient. Across its lineup, JUMISO tends to name active categories clearly (Vitamin C, Niacinamide, Salicylic Acid) but frequently declines to publish exact concentrations — this cleanser's disclosed 0.5% Salicylic Acid is a notable exception to that general pattern.

A specific, individually-attributed Reddit or forum thread for this exact SKU was not found during this research pass. What we did find is aggregated review-theme data from Korean review platform Hwahae and Amazon-review aggregators: recurring positive themes include pH balance, effective cleansing without over-stripping, foam quality, and a noticeable reduction in blackheads/pore congestion with consistent use.

Recurring complaint themes: some users find the lather lighter than expected for a "foaming" cleanser, and some wish the salicylic acid percentage were higher for stronger blemish control. One independent ingredient-scoring source (WhatsInMyJar) rated the formula's overall effectiveness at a moderate 37/100 with medium irritation potential — a useful counterweight to the brand's own marketing claims, worth knowing before you buy.

Assessment: Consult Oncologist. This formula is fragrance-free and retinoid-free, which are both positives for treatment-sensitized skin, but it does contain an active chemical exfoliant (0.5% Salicylic Acid).

Skin undergoing chemotherapy or radiation is frequently more reactive and slower to heal than usual, so any exfoliating active — even a mild one — carries more risk than it would on typical skin. A plain, active-free cleanser is generally the safer default during active treatment.

Consult your oncology care team before introducing any new skincare products during treatment.

Sustainability: check the tube material's local recycling symbol before disposal; not stated as refillable.

Is 0.5% salicylic acid strong enough to actually do anything? Yes, for a rinse-off cleanser — 0.5% is within the standard cosmetic BHA range, though a rinse-off format inherently has less contact time than a leave-on toner or serum at the same percentage.

Can I use this every day? Most users tolerate once or twice daily; start once daily for the first two weeks if you are new to BHA.

Does it help with blackheads specifically? Community and brand reporting both point to gradual reduction in blackhead density with consistent use over several weeks, though a rinse-off cleanser alone won't fully clear established, hardened sebaceous filaments — pairing with a leave-on BHA or a dedicated pore treatment does more for that specific concern.

Is it fragrance-free? Yes, based on the declared ingredient list across every source checked.

Why doesn't it foam as much as other cleansers? It uses a milder amino-acid surfactant system rather than soap or sulfates — lower foam volume is a formulation choice, not an indication it's not working.

BHA (Beta Hydroxy Acid)

An oil-soluble acid (Salicylic Acid is the common cosmetic form) that can get inside oily pores to help clear congestion.

Amino-acid surfactant

A gentler class of cleansing ingredient derived from amino acids, milder than soap or sulfates.

Acid mantle

The skin's naturally slightly acidic (pH 4.5-5.5) protective surface layer.

Blue clay

A mineral clay (here, Montmorillonite and Illite) that physically absorbs excess surface oil.

Purging

A temporary increase in breakouts in your usual problem areas as a new active speeds up skin turnover — different from an allergic reaction.

Barrier

The outermost layer of skin that keeps moisture in and irritants out; damaged barriers sting and feel tight.

Fungal Acne (FA) Safe

Free of ingredients known to feed Malassezia yeast, which can cause acne-like bumps in some people.

Marketing-Only evidence

A claim made by the brand with no independently verifiable study, sample size, or methodology behind it.

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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).

Source of Truth: This is a quick snapshot. If anything differs, the policy pages are final.

Store Policies: For the most up-to-date information, please review our Shipping Policy and Refund Policy.

Best for: oily, combination, and acne-prone skin in Mauritius' humid climate that wants a decongesting daily cleanser rather than a purely hydrating one, and whose barrier is currently healthy enough to tolerate a mild disclosed BHA.

Key benefits: a genuinely disclosed 0.5% Salicylic Acid concentration (rarer than it should be in this category), a gentle amino-acid surfactant base instead of soap or sulfates, fragrance-free formulation, and blue clay for extra oil absorption during the wash.

Keep in mind: lather is lighter than a typical foaming cleanser by design, the brand's clinical claims are not independently sourced, and a rinse-off BHA alone won't replace a leave-on BHA if deep pore-clearing is your primary goal.