COSRX AC Collection Acne Patch vs CeraVe Acne Control Gel

COSRX

CeraVe

A spot treatment built around Centella asiatica, for barrier repair and smoothing.

A spot treatment built around BHA and Salicylic acid, for barrier repair and smoothing.

Spot treatment

7 ingredients

24 ingredients

Brand price

USD 8.99 · checked 25 Sept 2026 · brand's site

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Brand from South Korea

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Centella asiatica (Cica)1
Centella asiatica (cica), used to calm irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Fatty alcohol1
Waxy fatty alcohols used as emollients and thickeners; unrelated to drying alcohol.
Cetearyl Alcohol
Ceramide3
Skin-identical lipids that hold the barrier together.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP
AHA2
Alpha hydroxy acids — water-soluble chemical exfoliants.
Glycolic Acid, Lactic Acid
BHA1
Beta hydroxy acid — oil-soluble, so it works inside the pore.
Salicylic Acid

Hydrating1
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Mineral Oil
Barrier Repair2
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Centella Asiatica Extract, Mineral Oil
Reduces Irritation1
Eases discomfort and supports skin resilience.
Centella Asiatica Extract
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Centella Asiatica Extract

Hydrating6
Boosts hydration and relieves dry, tight skin.
Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Glycerin, Lactic Acid, Sodium Hyaluronate
Barrier Repair9
Strengthens and restores the skin's natural barrier.
Caprylyl Glycol, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Cholesterol, Glycerin, Niacinamide, Phytosphingosine
Redness Reducing1
Soothes visible redness and calms irritation.
Niacinamide
Anti-Aging1
Softens lines and helps skin look youthful.
Glycolic Acid

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Mineral Oil
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Mineral Oil
May Worsen Oily Skin1
May increase shine or excess oil.
Mineral Oil

May Trigger Acne1
Can clog pores or trigger breakouts.
Cetearyl Alcohol
May Worsen Seborrheic Dermatitis7
May feed the yeast involved in seborrheic dermatitis.
Behentrimonium Methosulfate, Ceramide AP, Ceramide EOP, Ceramide NP, Cetearyl Alcohol, Phytosphingosine, Sodium Lauroyl Lactylate
May Worsen Keratosis Pilaris1
May clog follicles or strip skin prone to keratosis pilaris.
Cetearyl Alcohol

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