One Step Original Clear Pad — Reddit Reviews
by COSRX
Updated November 10, 2026
Betaine salicylate pads reduce blackheads and breakouts without over-stripping; gentle exfoliation.
What the community says
These pre-soaked pads use betaine salicylate for light exfoliation, with panthenol, allantoin, and sodium hyaluronate adding comfort and hydration. They suit congestion-prone users who dislike harsh acids, though the formula can feel like too many actives.
What this means for you
What people love
- Gentle BHA exfoliation without over-stripping
- Blackheads, sebaceous filaments, and acne visibly reduced
- Leaves skin bouncy, soft, and glowy
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Key Ingredients
Based on limited Reddit discussion so far
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Full ingredient list · 14
COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad ingredients
Salix Alba (Willow) Bark Water, Butylene Glycol, Glycerin, Betaine Salicylate, 1,2-Hexanediol, Panthenol, Allantoin, Arginine, PEG-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Sodium Hyaluronate, Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil, Melaleuca Alternifolia (TEA Tree) Leaf Oil, Ethyl Hexanediol, Sodium Hydroxide
Listed in label order, highest concentration first. Linked ingredients have their own page.
Real Reddit threads — 7 mentions across 7 threads
COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad on Reddit, in one place — 7 threads from r/AsianBeauty, r/koreanskincare and 1 more, summarized.
“Cosrx One Step Pimple Clear Pads”
Positive
“The pads I've been using on Tuesday and Saturday.”
Positive
“I am much less familiar with the pimple pads, however I think they are thought of as very gentle.”
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“What did make a huge difference is COSRX Pimple Pads.”
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“The Pimple Pads also helped clear his facial acne and CCs”
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“now what remains is the small scabs and PIH and a few heads every now and then.”
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“I've been using CosRX One Step Pimple Pads”
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“I've noticed the blackheads and SFs on my nose/lower chin have been greatly reduced”
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“my face hasn't broken out since using it and it makes my skin feel bouncy and soft and glowy.”
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“Is the Cosrx One Step Original Clear Pad discontinued?”
Mentioned
“I thought it was just out of stock online so I waited.”
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“Did they discontinue it and released the new pads as replacement?”
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“I’d also recommend checking out COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad or Neogen Bio-Peel Gauze Peeling Pads.”
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“Try Cosrx One Step Original Clear Pad,”
Positive
“The BHA gently exfoliates without over-stripping the skin”
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“while willow bark and allantoin calm irritation.”
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