Acwell skincare

Rated by Lovi · Unbiased, science-based skincare AI trained on real user outcomes · How the Fit score works

Acwell is a Korean skincare brand founded in 2007 and owned by BNH Cosmetics Co., Ltd..

Acwell is celebrated for its balancing toners and thoughtful formulas. Its products suit sensitive, irritated skin best. The standout product for acne-prone skin is the 5.5 Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner. The brand delivers gentle care that respects the natural skin barrier.

This page covers some of the most popular Acwell products; for the whole Acwell range, with a fit score for every product, use the Lovi app.

Acwell toners and essences

5.5 Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner A$21.62

Questions and answers

Is Acwell worth it?

Yes, Acwell is worth considering because Lovi rates the brand-focused routines Superior for dry, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, and High for oily skin. Additionally, every Acwell product on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients.

What are Acwell's best products?

Acwell's best product featured on this page is the 5.5 Licorice pH Balancing Cleansing Toner. Lovi rates it High for dry skin, sensitive skin, and oily acne-prone skin.

Does Acwell cause breakouts?

Acwell is unlikely to cause breakouts, and Lovi rates the Acwell products on this page High for acne-prone skin and oily acne-prone skin. The Acwell products on this page are free of added fragrance.

Is Acwell fragrance-free?

Yes, every product from the Acwell products on this page lists no fragrance in its ingredients. Lovi rates the Acwell-focused routines Superior for sensitive skin, dry skin, and oily skin.

What are the key ingredients in Acwell products?

Licorice root is a key ingredient in the Acwell products on this page, which helps soothe skin and fade dark spots. Glycerin and green tea extract also help keep skin hydrated and calm.

How do I build a Acwell skincare routine?

Acwell offers a targeted daily routine featuring its toner to help balance and calm your skin. Lovi rates the Acwell-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Where can I buy Acwell, and how much does it cost?

Acwell is available from Australian stores on this page, with prices ranging from A$21.62.

What are good alternatives to Acwell?

Good alternatives to Acwell include SKIN1004, Anua, Medicube, Beauty of Joseon, COSRX, and Dr. Althea, which all have brand pages on Lovi. Lovi rates the Acwell-focused routine Superior for dry, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin, and Superior for oily skin.

Acwell vs SKIN1004: which is better?

Acwell and SKIN1004 both rate Superior for dry skin, sensitive skin, and acne-prone skin. Lovi rates the Acwell-focused routine Superior for dry, oily, sensitive, combination, and acne-prone skin.

Who owns Acwell, and where is it from?

Acwell is a Korean brand founded in 2007, owned by BNH Cosmetics Co., Ltd..

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Is Acwell cruelty-free?

PETA, Leaping Bunny, and Cruelty Free International, the registries Lovi checks, do not list Acwell as cruelty-free.

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Research behind Acwell's key ingredients

Licochalcone A activates Nrf2 in vitro and contributes to licorice extract-induced lowered cutaneous oxidative stress in vivo
Glycyrrhiza glabra root licorice root water root · Experimental Dermatology, 2015
Green tea extract reduces induction of p53 and apoptosis in UVB-irradiated human skin independent of transcriptional controls
Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Experimental Dermatology, 2009
The 24-hour skin hydration and barrier function effects of a hyaluronic 1%, glycerin 5%, and Centella asiatica stem cells extract moisturizing fluid: an intra-subject, randomized, assessor-blinded study
Glycerin · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2017
Antiacne and antiblotch activities of a formulated combination of Aloe barbadensis leaf powder, Garcinia mangostana peel extract, and Camellia sinensis leaf extract
Camellia sinensis leaf extract · Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology, 2019
Anti-Inflammatory Effect of a Novel Topical Herbal Composition (VEL-091604) Consisting of Gentian Root, Licorice Root and Willow Bark Extract
Licorice extract · Planta Medica, 2019

Behind these ratings

Lovi rates every product from its full ingredient list with brand-independent rules our dermatologists and cosmetic chemists build and review, and personalizes every pick with AI trained on the real results of millions of users. Lovi trains its fit score models on a proprietary dataset built from more than 10,000 expert-labeled products and more than 100,000 simulated examples, following an internally consistent methodology presented at Cosmoprof, AMWC, and Skin of Color Update.

Nadia Kapleva, MS

Co-founder, Medical Director

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer
Alexey Shagraev, PhD

Co-founder, CEO and CTO

PhD in computer science, 3x US patent holder, ex-Google, ex-Yandex
Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

Medical Board

Aesthetic medicine practitioner, MSc in Longevity and Anti-Aging Medicine
Aishani Shah, MD

Medical Board

Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD
Asya Zubkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member
Hanna Kurets, MD

Medical Board, Medical Advisor

Dermatology MD
Elina Nazarenko, MD

Medical Board

Dermatology and diagnostic consultant
Victoria Derkova, MS

Medical Board

Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist