Can I use COSRX Original Clear Pad every day?

COSRX describes the pads as suitable for daily use. After cleansing, use the embossed side and then the soft side, and keep the jar tightly closed. Daily positioning does not guarantee every skin type will tolerate the formula. Stop use if irritation or discomfort occurs. The formula contains 1% betaine salicylate plus orange peel and tea tree oils, so patch testing remains sensible for reactive skin.

Is this toner pad suitable for sensitive skin?

Some exact-product users describe the pads as gentle, while others report stinging or notice the citrus scent. The formula contains orange peel oil, tea tree oil and a BHA. Patch test before first use, apply with light pressure and avoid the eye area. Stop using the pads if irritation or discomfort occurs; study feedback does not guarantee tolerance for every shopper.

Can the pads replace cleanser or makeup remover?

These are toner pads, not a replacement for cleansing. COSRX says the formula has no cleansing component, although a pad can help pick up small traces of residue or tidy a makeup edge. Remove sunscreen and makeup with your usual cleanser first, then use the pad on clean skin. Do not rub around the eyes or rely on it for full makeup removal.

Do COSRX Original Clear Pads contain fragrance?

Fragrance or Parfum is not listed in the current 14-item formula. However, orange peel oil and tea tree leaf oil are present and can give the essence an aromatic scent. Shoppers who avoid fragrance because of preference or sensitivity should not assume this is an unscented formula; compare the ingredient list on the jar and patch test.

Why do the product images show two different jars?

COSRX gallery images show both the earlier screw-top jar and a newer one-touch lid with internal tweezer storage. The update also advertises 5ml more essence. Retail stock and outer packaging can vary, so the container received may not match every image. If a particular feature or ingredient matters, check the sealed package before opening rather than assuming all production runs are identical.

How is Original Clear Pad different from Blemish Pore Clear Pad?

They are separate COSRX listings, not interchangeable names. This page is for One Step Original Clear Pad, the 70-pad formula with willow bark water, 1% betaine salicylate and the 14-item ingredient list shown here. The newer Blemish Pore Clear Pad has its own product page, package and current claims. Compare the exact title and ingredient panel before choosing or repurchasing.

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COSRX

COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 70pcs

Refreshed
Smooth feel
Quick step
Essence soaked

Refreshed

Smooth feel

Quick step

Essence soaked

PRODUCT DETAILS

COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad is a jar of 70 pre-soaked, dual-texture toner pads for smoothing rough-feeling skin and lifting excess oil after cleansing. The embossed side gives a more textured pass, while the softer side collects remaining residue and leaves the surface feeling refreshed.

The essence pairs willow bark water with 1% betaine salicylate, a BHA that helps loosen dead surface cells. Glycerin, panthenol, allantoin and sodium hyaluronate add humectant and comfort-focused support. Orange peel and tea tree oils are also present, so scent-sensitive or easily reactive skin should patch test.

In exact-product testing, measured sebum fell 15.82% after four weeks and rough-skin scores improved 45.40%. In a separate 21-person satisfaction assessment, every participant rated the pads positively for smoother, softer skin, a gentle yet refreshing feel and overall product satisfaction. These small studies do not guarantee the same experience for everyone.

After cleansing, sweep the embossed side over the face, avoiding the eye area, then turn the pad over and follow with the soft side. Let the essence settle before serum and moisturiser. COSRX positions the pads for daily use; close the jar firmly, wear sunscreen during the day and stop use if irritation or discomfort occurs.

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A quick dual-sided sweep combines light surface exfoliation, excess-oil care and an essence-softened finish.

Dual-texture sweep
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Excess-oil care
Essence support
Measured smoothness

Key Ingredients

Glycerin

A classic humectant that helps skin hold water and feel softer and smoother.

Panthenol

Pro-vitamin B5 that helps skin hold moisture and feel softer and more comfortable.

Three oversized translucent, softly faceted glass crystals arranged on a pale lavender stage above a blush background with a small coral accent.

Allantoin

Helps soothe and soften dry, rough-feeling skin.

Real Results

100%Participants reported smoother, softer-feeling rough skin¹
45.4%Improvement in the measured rough-skin score¹
15.8%Reduction in measured sebum after four weeks¹
100%Participants described the pads as gentle yet refreshing¹
100%Participants reported overall product satisfaction¹

Based on COSRX exact-product assessments: n=21 from Nov 29 to Dec 10, 2021, by Derma Cosmetics Dermatology Research Institute; sebum n=20 from Feb 17 to Mar 22, 2016, by Semyung University Oriental Medicine Bio Industry Clinical Support Center. Individual results may vary.

COSRX Original Clear Pad jar above a study graphic reporting three 100% participant ratings.

Concerns & Benefits

Your Concerns

1
Oiliness
Excess surface oil can leave the T-zone looking shiny and feeling less balanced.
2
Texture
Dead-cell buildup can make the skin surface feel rough and look less even.
3

How To Use

After cleansing, use the included tweezers to lift one pad. Move the embossed face of the pad across skin without touching the eye area, then turn it over for a lighter sweep with the soft side. Leave the essence on and pat gently before continuing with serum and moisturiser. The brand directs daily use. Replace the lid tightly after each session, use sunscreen in daytime and discontinue if irritation or discomfort occurs.

Front view of the white COSRX Original Clear Pad jar on a pale gray studio background.

Frequently asked questions

Where does this toner pad go in my routine?

Use it after cleansing and before essence, serum and moisturiser. Sweep the embossed side first, avoiding the eye area, then follow with the softer side. Let the essence settle; there is no need to rinse. In the morning, finish with sunscreen. At night, continue with the rest of your routine. One pad is designed for a single session.

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COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 70pcs | Sleepy Hello

COSRX

COSRX One Step Original Clear Pad 70pcs

Refreshed
Smooth feel
Quick step
Essence soaked

Refreshed

Smooth feel

Quick step

Essence soaked

PRODUCT DETAILS

Learn more

GOES WELL WITH

ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil 200ml€15.00

ANUA Heartleaf Pore Control Cleansing Oil Mild 200ml€15.99

ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol Pore Deep Cleansing Foam 150ml€10.00

ANUA Heartleaf Succinic Moisture Cleansing Foam 150ml€10.00

ARENCIA Fresh Green Rice Mochi Cleanser 120g€17.99

ANUA 7 Rice Ceramide Hydrating Barrier Serum 50ml€17.00

100 VITA-LIGHT Reedle Shot€9.00

1025 Dokdo Cleanser€10.99

A quick dual-sided sweep combines light surface exfoliation, excess-oil care and an essence-softened finish.

Dual-texture sweep
Surface exfoliation
Excess-oil care
Essence support
Measured smoothness