What the community says
Pros
- Gentler than typical 2% BHAs despite higher concentration, thanks to a hydrating base
- Frequently recommended for reducing sebaceous filaments and blackheads with consistent use
- Fungal acne safe and often kept as a staple exfoliant in K-beauty routines
Cons
- Pump packaging is leaky and annoying to use, causing product waste
- Can cause redness, irritation, and breakouts with too frequent use or on already sensitive/dry skin
- Purging period is common, with breakout flares especially during first 2–6 weeks of use
Product details
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Where to buy
Available on Amazon
Real Reddit threads
19 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare +3 more