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COSRX Two In One Poreless Power Liquid for dry skin

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COSRX Two In One Poreless Power Liquid

Caution

  • CautionDry Skin Fit
  • HighEffectiveness
  • ConcerningSafety

A poor match for dry skin; the products alongside fit it better.

This fit is calculated for the concerns frequently associated with dry skin: flakiness, tightness, dehydration, fine lines, and wrinkles. For scores and recommendations based on your full skin profile, including your 12D face scan results and any goals or preferences you have, please use the Lovi app.

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Lovi Assistant explains

  • Offers moderate exfoliation for your dry or flaky skin due to the presence of Betaine Salicylate, which provides mild chemical exfoliation, but lacks sufficient hydrating ingredients to counteract potential dryness.
  • While Allantoin and Panthenol offer soothing benefits, the keratolytic action of Betaine Salicylate may exacerbate dryness due to a lack of significant emollient or occlusive ingredients to support your dry skin barrier.

How to apply

  • Use this exfoliant as part of your PM routine once a week, increasing slowly to twice a week if your dry skin tolerates it well. Always remember to apply SPF every morning to protect your newly smoothed skin.
  • Apply the exfoliant after cleansing and toning, but always before your rich moisturizer.
  • Gently press 2-3 drops of the exfoliant into your skin and let it absorb for a minute. Avoid rubbing to prevent any irritation on flaky areas.
  • Apply the product directly to dry clean skin to ensure the best possible tolerance for your dry type. This helps address flaky patches without causing extra stress.
  • Avoid the sensitive eye area and do a quick patch test before your very first use. Do not mix this with other strong acids or retinoids on the same night.

People Say

★4.6Overall rating based on 500+ reviews

Users with oily and combination skin frequently praise this product for its gentle cooling effect and ability to smooth skin texture without irritation. While many report reduced sebum production and a "glass skin" finish, reviews are mixed regarding its ability to physically shrink pores, with most users describing the effect as a temporary tightening rather than a permanent reduction.

Highlights

  • Cooling Sensation Mostly Mentioned
    • “lowers skin temperature”
    • “feels cold on skin”
    • “refreshing in summer”
    • “soothing after cleansing”
    • “great as toner mask”
  • Gentle & Non-irritating Often Mentioned
    • “no stinging”
    • “very mild BHA”
    • “great daily exfoliator”
    • “safe with other actives”
  • Smoother Skin Texture Often Mentioned
    • “skin feels soft”
    • “removed rough patches”
    • “makeup applies better”
    • “glass skin effect”
    • “reduced tiny bumps”
  • Ineffective for blackheads Often Mentioned
    • “didn't clear blackheads”
    • “BHA percentage too low”
    • “need stronger acid”
    • “no effect on acne”
    • “too gentle for congestion”
  • Oil Control Sometimes Noted
    • “less oily T-zone”
    • “controlled grease all day”
    • “balanced my combination skin”
    • “matte but hydrated”
    • “reduced morning oiliness”
  • Pore claims disputed Sometimes Noted
    • “pores look the same”
    • “temporary tightening only”
    • “didn't shrink pores”
    • “no miracle results”
    • “pores still visible”
  • Pump dispenser issues Rarely Noted
    • “squirts everywhere”
    • “pump is aggressive”
    • “messy to dispense”
    • “shoots liquid out”
    • “hard to control amount”
  • Sticky residue Rarely Noted
    • “feels sticky”
    • “takes time to absorb”
    • “tacky after-feel”
    • “leaves a film”
    • “slightly heavy texture”

Sources: lovi.care, cosrx.com, dermstore.com, lookfantastic.ie, stylekorean.com, iherb.com, and more

Questions and answers

Why does Lovi advise caution with COSRX Two In One Poreless Power Liquid for dry skin?

Lovi advises caution because this exfoliant treatment lacks enough hydrating ingredients to counteract potential dryness. An exfoliant treatment for dry skin needs plenty of rich moisturizing agents and soothing extracts like Glycerin and Shea Butter to support the skin barrier.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Which ingredients make this exfoliant a poor fit for dry skin?

This exfoliant is a poor fit for dry skin because of Betaine Salicylate, which provides mild chemical exfoliation that may make dryness worse. This type of product needs rich moisturizing and softening ingredients like glycerin or shea butter to support dry skin.

What does Willow Bark Water do for dry skin?

Willow bark water helps calm dry skin by soothing irritation and reducing inflammation. Because it lacks strong moisture-locking ingredients, a product of this type needs added hydrating elements like glycerin or ceramides to properly soften and comfort dry skin.

Planta Medica, 2019Giornale Italiano Di Dermatologia E Venereologia, 2019

What does Betaine Salicylate do for dry skin?

Betaine Salicylate helps keep dry skin smooth while improving hydration and reducing irritation compared to standard salicylic acid. It is less likely to cause barrier damage, making it a gentler choice for dry skin types.

Skin Pharmacology and Physiology, 2026

Where does it go in a skincare routine for dry skin?

This exfoliant treatment is used in the evening routine, starting just once a week to lower the likelihood of irritation. Because your skin is dry, this product type needs rich hydrating ingredients and protective, sealing oils to support your skin barrier.

Can I use this exfoliant with retinol, and in what order?

Using this exfoliant with retinol is a poor match for your dry skin because it may easily cause irritation and make dryness worse. To safely use an exfoliant on dry skin, look for a product that includes rich, softening ingredients and moisture-locking barriers to keep your skin smooth and calm.

How often should I use it?

Use this exfoliant treatment just once a week in your evening routine to help manage dryness and flaking safely. Dry skin needs a product of this type that also includes plenty of rich, softening ingredients and moisture-sealing agents to keep your skin barrier comfortable and smooth.

Can this exfoliant clog pores, cause breakouts or purging for dry skin?

This exfoliant is unlikely to clog pores, but its chemical exfoliation may worsen flakiness and dryness on dry skin since it lacks rich moisturizers and barrier-supporting oils. Dry skin needs formulas packed with heavy hydrators and nourishing emollients to keep the surface smooth and comfortable.

American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

Is it fragrance-free and alcohol-free?

Yes, it has no fragrance and no drying alcohol.

What the research says

  • Topical dexpanthenol acts as a moisturizer, improves stratum corneum hydration, accelerates wound healing and epidermal regeneration, reduces erythema, and improves symptoms of skin irritation compared to vehicle or no pretreatment.

    American Journal of Clinical Dermatology, 2002

  • A new topical panthenol-containing emollient significantly improved transepidermal water loss reduction, stratum corneum hydration, and intercellular lipid lamellae length compared with control in healthy subjects without negatively impacting bacterial viability.

    The Journal of Dermatological Treatment, 2017

  • A panthenol-enriched mask significantly decreased erythema and hyperpigmentation, increased sebum and stratum corneum moisture, and reduced transepidermal water loss compared to a saline dressing in 60 subjects undergoing facial laser treatment.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2025

  • A botanical face cleanser with hops and willow bark extract continuously reduced skin sebum levels without reactive seborrhea after treatment in 21 healthy volunteers compared to a sodium laureth sulfate cleanser, with neither cleanser causing skin irritation.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2019

  • Bioactive lipid nanocarriers co-loaded with willow bark or ivy leaf extracts and UV-filters provided pronounced UVA photoprotection up to an SPF-equivalent value of 13 and a maximum in vivo skin hydration effect of 97% when prepared with pomegranate oil.

    Nanomaterials, 2022

  • A topical serum containing 0.5% salicin applied twice daily reduced visible signs of skin aging, including wrinkles and tactile roughness, in 30 female subjects over 12 weeks compared to baseline.

    Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology, 2010

  • Topical application of 0.1% hyaluronic acid formulations of different molecular weights led to significant improvements in skin hydration and elasticity, with low-molecular-weight formulations also significantly reducing wrinkle depth in seventy-six female subjects compared to a vehicle control.

    Journal of Drugs in Dermatology, 2011

  • Topical application of hyaluronic acid in conjunction with free gingival graft significantly reduced donor site postoperative pain until day 7 compared to normal saline, with no significant differences in graft dimensions or patient satisfaction.

    Clinical Oral Investigations, 2022

  • Treatment with a hyaluronic acid-containing mouth rinse or topical gel led to significant lesion reduction, pain relief, and normalization of lesion color in adult patients with minor recurrent aphthous stomatitis, with the gel formulation showing an earlier healing onset at 3 days.

    BMC Oral Health, 2019

  • Topical gel containing chitosan, 0.2% chlorhexidine, allantoin and dexpanthenol did not improve postoperative comfort regarding swelling and pain, but improved the wound's aesthetic appearance following impacted lower third molar extraction compared to no gel.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2016

  • A topical gel containing chitosan, chlorhexidine, allantoin, and dexpanthenol significantly reduced postoperative pain, trismus, swelling, and analgesic consumption, while improving wound healing after third molar surgery compared to a placebo.

    Medicina Oral, Patologia Oral Y Cirugia Bucal, 2020

  • An overnight patch containing Allium cepa extract and allantoin safely promotes scar healing after dermatologic surgery, resulting in significantly greater reductions in observer- and patient-assessed POSAS scores compared to no treatment.

    Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, 2018

Ingredients

Willow Bark Water Bark, Butylene Glycol, Hydroxypropyl Cyclodextrin, Water, Pentylene Glycol, 1,2-Hexanediol, Betaine Salicylate, Arginine, Betaine, Peg-60 Hydrogenated Castor Oil, Allantoin, Panthenol, Ethylhexylglycerin, Sodium Hyaluronate, Carbomer, Cassia Obtusifolia Seed Extract, Menthyl Lactate, Mentha Haplocalix Extract

Behind this fit score

Lovi calculates every fit score from the 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

    Nadia Kapleva, MS

    Co-founder, Medical Director

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetologist, aesthetic products developer

  • Alexey Shagraev, PhD

    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

    Dr. Sofía Perea Pérez, MD, MSc

    Medical Board

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

  • Aishani Shah, MD

    Aishani Shah, MD

    Medical Board

    Specialist dermatologist, MBBS, MD, IFAAD

  • Asya Zubkova, MS

    Asya Zubkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, SCS, IFSCC member

  • Hanna Kurets, MD

    Hanna Kurets, MD

    Medical Board, Medical Advisor

    Dermatology MD

  • Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Elina Nazarenko, MD

    Medical Board

    Dermatology and diagnostic consultant

  • Victoria Derkova, MS

    Victoria Derkova, MS

    Medical Board

    Cosmetic chemist, cosmetic development technologist

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