Korean cleansers
with a low pH: our selection
A cleanse that leaves your skin squeaky clean but uncomfortable a minute later isn't a good cleanse. A pH close to your skin's own really makes a difference.
The principle
Why choose a low-pH cleanser?
Skin naturally has an acid mantle, with a pH of around 4.5 to 5.5. This protection helps balance the skin microbiome and limits water loss. A cleanser that's too alkaline disrupts this balance: skin feels tight, produces more sebum to compensate and becomes more reactive.
Be careful: low pH doesn't automatically mean an ideal formula. Overly stripping surfactants or excessive use also cause discomfort. The goal remains a gentle formula suited to your skin.
Our pick
Our selection of low-pH cleansers
For your skin
Which cleanser to choose for your skin
For oily, breakout-prone skin, go for a gel texture that clears sebum without attacking the barrier. For dehydrated combination skin, the trap is treating shine with a cleanser that's too strong — it's better to keep the T-zone clear without being harsh on the cheeks.
“The right cleanser is the one you can use every day without your skin feeling tight.”
The technique
How to use a low-pH cleanser properly
In the morning, a small amount is enough. Massage onto damp skin for around thirty seconds, then rinse with lukewarm water. In the evening, if you wear make-up or SPF, add a make-up removal step first. After rinsing, quickly apply a hydrating toner so your skin isn't left waiting.
- COSRX Low pH Good Morning for an everyday cleanse that suits everyone
- ANUA Heartleaf Quercetinol for a targeted pore/T-zone cleanse
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- A pH close to 5.5 respects the skin's natural acid mantle.
- Low pH isn't automatically the ideal formula — look at the surfactants too.
- Adapt the texture to your T-zone and your cheeks.
- Hydrate quickly after cleansing to keep skin comfortable.
At Haru & Bom, every cleanser in the selection is chosen for its balance between effectiveness and gentleness. Discover the cleansers →
